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Abdomen Swelling and Fullness - Symptom Evaluation

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Abdomen Bloating and Fullness - Symptom Evaluation: Glossary

Written by - Dr. Ravali Neerumalla, M.B.B.S

Medically Reviewed by - Dr. Sunil Shroff, MBBS, MS, FRCS (UK), D. Urol (Lond) , Dr. Simi Paknikar, MD

Last Updated on Mar 12, 2022

Glossary

Bariatric Surgery: Surgical procedure on the digestive tract to reduce the weight.

Gastrointestinal System: Digestive system.

Enteropathy: A disease in the intestine.

Published on Dec 16, 2016
Last Updated on Mar 12, 2022

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