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Topic: Nutrition AIM: How does the Human Digestive System respond to a failure of homeostasis? Homework: Castle learning Nutrition Review Do Now: Explain this cartoon, relating to our current topic and using scientific terms. Stomach Heartburn •Acid reflux is when stomach acid splashes up from the stomach into the esophagus •Treatment •lifestyle changes (diet, less stress) •Over the counter or prescription meds Ulcers • Open sores on the lining of the stomach • Due to the breakdown of mucus lining in that area – As a result, stomach lining exposed to enzymes and HCl • Can be treated with medication Large intestines Disorder of the large intestines Constipation • Feces moves too slow through the digestive tract therefore, too much water is absorbed • Results in difficulty egesting feces • Treatment: –Drink more water –Eat more roughage –Laxatives Diarrhea • Too little water is absorbed in large intestine • Frequently caused by infections or stress • Can lead to dehydration • Treatment: – If dehydration occurs drink water – Medication song Appendicitis Appendicitis • is an inflammation of the appendix, a 3 1/2-inch-long tube of tissue that extends from the large intestine • medical emergency – surgery to remove – If untreated It can burst (perforate) spilling infectious materials into the abdominal cavity • Can be FATAL Gall Bladder Gall stones • Small hard particles made of cholesterol which form and collect in the gall bladder • May block the bile duct causing pain and discomfort • Treated by surgical removal of the gall bladder
