Match the medical terms with their definitions.
-severe constipation that may be caused by an obstruction
A)anastomosis
B)anorexia
C)antacids
D)antiemetics
E)ascites
F)barium enema
G)barium swallow
H)borborygmus
I)cachexia
J)cholelithiasis
K)Crohn disease
L)deglutition
M)diverticulosis
N)dysentery
O)dyspepsia
P)endoscopy
Q)flatus
R)hemorrhoid
S)hernia
T)irritable bowel syndrome
U)jaundice
V)laxatives
W)melena
X)obstipation
Y)steatorrhea
Z)ulcer

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Obstipation is severe constipation that may be caused by an obstruction.

Answer: Z
 An ulcer is a sore or lesion that forms in the lining of the digestive tract.

Answer: C
 Antacids are medications that neutralize stomach acid and can help relieve symptoms of acid reflux and heartburn.

Answer: D
 Antiemetics are medications that help to prevent or treat nausea and vomiting.

Answer: E
 Ascites is a condition in which there is an accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity.

Answer: G
 A barium swallow is a medical imaging test that uses a special type of contrast material to visualize the upper digestive tract.

Answer: M
 Diverticulosis is a condition where small pouches form in the wall of the colon.

Answer: P
 Endoscopy is a medical procedure that allows a doctor to examine the inside of the body using a thin, flexible tube with a camera.

Answer: R
 A hemorrhoid is a swollen vein in the lower rectum or anus.

Answer: V
 Laxatives help to relieve constipation and promote bowel movements.

Answer: W
 Melena is dark, tarry stool that is often a sign of bleeding in the upper digestive tract.

Answer: X
 Obstipation is severe constipation that may be caused by an obstruction.

Answer: Y
 Steatorrhea is a condition in which there is excess fat in the feces, often resulting from malabsorption.

Note: The other terms are also valid medical terms with specific meanings, but they do not match the given definition.

Match the Medical Terms with Their Definitions