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  1. Indigestion (heartburn and reflux)

    Food inside the stomach is only kept there by the force of gravity so to avoid heartburn, don't lie down after a big meal.

  2. Barrett's oesophagus

    Symptoms of Barrett's oesophagus are similar to regular heartburn, which means many people don't seek treatment until their condition is quite advanced.

  3. Children and vomiting

    Mild vomiting is normal in most babies and improves over time.

  4. Scleroderma

    The most common symptom of scleroderma is a thickening and hardening of the skin, particularly of the hands and face.

  5. Pregnancy - signs and symptoms

    All women experience pregnancy differently, and you will experience different symptoms at different stages of your pregnancy.

  6. Digestive system explained

    The digestive tract can be thought of as a long muscular tube with digestive organs attached along the way.

  7. Stomach ulcer

    Most stomach ulcers are caused by infection or medication, not stress or poor diet.

  8. Chest pain

    If in doubt about the cause of your chest pain, call an ambulance.

  9. Digestive tract birth defects

    Too much amniotic fluid surrounding the baby during pregnancy (polyhydramnios) may indicate the presence of defects of the digestive tract.

  10. Gut health

    The bacteria and other micro-organisms in your gut are known as your gut microbiome. The health of your gut microbiome impacts both your physical and mental health.

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