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Define the following terms:
(i) Jaundice
(ii)Vomiting
(iii) Diarrhoea
(iv) Constipation
(v) Indigestion
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Disorders of human digestive system
(i) Jaundice:
- In this inflammation of liver take place
- Skin and eyes turn yellow due to the deposit of bile pigments.
(ii)Vomiting:
- It is the ejection of stomach contents through the mouth.
- This reflex action is controlled by the vomit centre in the medulla.
(iii) Diarrhoea:
- Diarrhoea refers to the abnormal frequency of bowel movement and increased
liquidity of the faecal discharge; the absorption of food is reduced.
(iv) Constipation:
- In constipation, the faeces are retained within the rectum as the
bowel movements occur irregularly.
(v) Indigestion:
- It is the condition in which food is not properly digested leading to a feeling of
fullness.
- The causes of indigestion are inadequate enzyme secretion, anxiety, food poisoning, over eating, and spicy food.
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