A buildup of galactose in the blood caused by the lack of one of the enzymes needed to break down galactose.

The organ that stores the bile made in the liver and that is connected to the liver by bile ducts. The gallbladder can store about 2 tablespoons of bile. Eating signals the gallbladder to empty… 

The solid masses or stones made of cholesterol or bilirubin that form in the gallbladder or bile ducts.

A condition in which many polyps form throughout the digestive tract. Because these polyps are likely to become cancerous, the colon and rectum are often removed to prevent colorectal cancer.

Air that results from the normal breakdown of food. The gases are passed out of the body through the rectum (flatus) or the mouth (burping).

An operation to remove all or part of the stomach.

Related to the stomach.

The over secretion of gastric acid and the hallmark symptom of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

Liquids produced in the stomach to help break down food and kill bacteria.

An operation to remove part or all of the stomach.