Lesson 5-2:
Proper Care of the Digestive System
Common Ailments of the Digestive System
Proper Care of the Digestive System
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Common Ailments of the Digestive System

If your digestive system fails to function well, the cells in your body will not be properly nourished. Malfunctioning of the digestive system may be caused by a disease, a damaged organ, or an infection.

Tooth decay, mumps, diarrhea, constipation, ulcer, appendicitis, and indigestion are some common ailments of the digestive system.