Digestive System

When acid leaves the stomach, it enters the small intestine where it is neutralized by bicarbonate secreted by the pancreas. This helps to prevent damage to the lining of the intestine. The remaining acid is further neutralized in the small intestine by alkaline secretions.

The vomiting center of the medulla oblongata is stimulated by irritation of the gastrointestinal tract by drugs or bacteria. This can trigger the reflex to induce vomiting as a protective mechanism to expel harmful substances from the body.

When water goes down the wrong tube (trachea) instead of the esophagus, the malfunction occurs with the epiglottis. The epiglottis is a flap that normally covers the trachea when swallowing to prevent food or liquid from entering the airway. If it doesn't close properly, aspiration can occur.

Proteases are enzyme that digest proteins. In stomach we have proteases such as trypsin, pepsin and chymotrypsin that digest proteins. In addition there are peptidases that digest the peptides to simple amino acids.

Yes, the ENT (ear, nose, and throat) system shares structures with both the gastrointestinal and respiratory systems. The throat, for example, is a shared structure as it is part of both the respiratory and digestive tracts. The nasal cavity also plays a role in both the respiratory and ENT systems, as it is involved in both breathing and olfaction.

The five accessory organs of the gastrointestinal system are the liver, pancreas, gallbladder, salivary glands, and appendix. These organs play important roles in aiding digestion and the absorption of nutrients in the body.

Because amylase, being an enzyme, is a protein, these molecules will not give a positive result in testing with Benedict's solution.

This reagent is devised for testing sugar solutions (like sucrose), which MAY be formed at the amylolytic breakdown of starch (amylose, amylopectin). This breakdown can NOT occur when boiled enzym molecules are used (because of inactivation by denaturation of the protein structures).

There is no secretion or digestion in the esophagus. It is a muscular tube that connects the mouth to the stomach and serves as a passageway for food to travel down to the stomach through a process called peristalsis.

There are over 50 different cytochrome P450 enzymes in the human body, each with specific roles in metabolizing various substances including drugs, toxins, and endogenous compounds.

Proteins are the macromolecules that are first broken down in the stomach. The enzyme pepsin helps to break down proteins into smaller peptides.

Proteases breaks-down proteins into peptides & amino acids

Although most pharmaceuticals suggest food with meds, adderall and its other forms do not have GI bleeding as a side effect. However, every pill is a concentrated dose and acts like a sponge in your system. Try eating more regularly and properly, considering that you drink more water than individuals who do not take meds to focus. But most importantly, write your intake down and bring to your physician for proper care.

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Achlorhydria is the condition characterized by the absence of hydrochloric acid in gastric secretions. It can lead to impaired digestion and increased risk of gastrointestinal infections. Treatment may involve supplementation with hydrochloric acid.

Food is digested in the gastrointestinal tract, starting in the mouth where enzymes begin breaking down carbohydrates. In the stomach, acids and enzymes further break down proteins. The majority of nutrient absorption takes place in the small intestine, where enzymes from the pancreas and bile from the liver help break down fats, proteins, and carbohydrates into molecules that can be absorbed by the body.

It can take around 4-6 hours for a full stomach to empty its contents into the small intestine for further digestion and absorption. This process can vary depending on factors such as the composition of the meal, individual metabolism, and stomach emptying rate.

If you are looking for an organ directly involved with food we eat, it would be the small intestine (with small amounts in the stomach and large intestine, but the primary function of the small intestine is this).

If you are talking chemicals (medicines or the stuff we get out of food) the most common site is the liver, but it is by no means the only site.

I am not a doctor but I have been mushroom poisoned.In 1995 I was 20 years old and I ate the steam of this big purple mushroom.Stupid decision.I vomiting so hard on an empty stomach.I also vomiting some bile up that taste very nasty.I could not eat hardly anything the next day.I read it can enlarge your liver.When that happens the liver shrinks and scared which can lead to cirrhosis.

Respiratory infections transmitted via the gastrointestinal route are typically caused by viruses or bacteria traveling from the intestines to the respiratory system. For example, aspiration of contaminated material into the lungs during vomiting can lead to respiratory infections. This route of transmission is not common but can occur in certain situations.

Yes, feces can rot or decompose due to the action of bacteria and other microorganisms. This process helps break down the organic material in feces and return nutrients back to the environment.

You are describing the function of the large intestine or colon. Its job is to reabsorb extra water so cannot be lost. If this does not occur diarrhea is the result. If too much water is absorbed constipation occurs.

Pepsin is an enzyme that works optimally at a specific temperature range, around 37 degrees Celsius. At temperatures above 60 degrees Celsius, the high heat denatures the pepsin enzyme, causing it to lose its structure and thus its ability to digest proteins effectively.

Medications that may cause gastrointestinal bleeding include nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like aspirin and ibuprofen, anticoagulants like warfarin, corticosteroids, and certain antidepressants like SSRIs. It is important to always read the label and consult with a healthcare provider if you have concerns.

Saliva is an enzyme-containing fluid in the mouth. It starts the process of chemical digestion in the mouth, and is the first set of digestive chemicals with which the food you eat comes into contact.

Animals obtain their energy from digesting food, which is broken down into nutrients such as sugars, fats, and proteins. These nutrients are used by the body to fuel metabolic processes and provide energy for growth, maintenance, and physical activities.

Carbon monoxide does not typically directly impact the digestive system. However, in severe cases of carbon monoxide poisoning, which affects the body's ability to transport oxygen, various organ systems can be affected, including the gastrointestinal system. This can result in symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.