Abdomen Conditions & Diseases

Inflammation of the appendix, often requiring surgical removal.

Solid deposits that form in the gallbladder, which can block bile flow.

Inflammation of the gallbladder, usually due to gallstones blocking the cystic duct.

Inflammation of the liver caused by hepatitis A, B, C, D, or E viruses.

Sudden inflammation of the pancreas, often related to gallstones or alcohol use.

Open sores that develop on the lining of the stomach or duodenum.

Chronic backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus causing irritation.

Functional gastrointestinal disorder characterized by abdominal pain and altered bowel habits.

Chronic inflammatory bowel disease that can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract.

Chronic inflammation and ulceration of the colon's inner lining.

Inflammation or infection of diverticula in the colon.

Autoimmune reaction to gluten causing damage to the small intestine.

Sudden inflammation of the stomach lining, often due to irritants like NSAIDs or alcohol.

Malignant tumor arising from the lining of the stomach.

Malignant growth in the colon or rectum, often developing from polyps.

Partial or complete blockage of the small intestine, preventing normal passage of contents.

Protrusion of abdominal contents through a weakness in the inguinal canal.

Protrusion of tissue through the abdominal wall near the navel.

Bulging, weakened area in the wall of the abdominal aorta that can rupture.

Scarring of liver tissue due to chronic damage, impairing liver function.

Accumulation of fat in liver cells not caused by alcohol consumption.

Malignant tumor arising from pancreatic tissue, often diagnosed late.

Rare cancer that originates in the gallbladder lining.

Reduced blood flow to the intestines, often due to arterial blockage.

Inflammation of the stomach and intestines caused by viral infection (often called “stomach flu”).

Illness caused by ingestion of food contaminated with bacteria such as Salmonella or E. coli.

Hard mineral deposits that form in the kidneys and can travel down the urinary tract, causing intense abdominal/flank pain.

Localized collection of pus that forms when a ruptured appendix is walled off by surrounding tissue.

Intermittent pain caused by temporary blockage of the bile duct by gallstones.

Primary liver cancer most often arising in the setting of chronic liver disease.