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Tip 1 - Anatomic Problems of the Lower GI Tract

Published: 9 years, 7 month(s) ago | Submitted by Dennis Vlach | permalink

Provides a general overview of common anatomical problems of the lower GI tract. Covers symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for the different conditions.

For further reading: http://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/health-topics/digestive-diseases/anatomic-colon/Pages/facts.aspx ^[1]

Tip 2 - Diseases of the Cecum |

Published: 9 years, 7 month(s) ago | Submitted by Russell Winters | permalink

Described by Medline Plus, the large intestine is composed of five segments: the cecum, ascending colon, transverse colon, descending colon and the sigmoid colon. The primary function of the large intestine is to absorb the remaining water from the stool before elimination. Digested food first travels through the small intestine and then into the...

For further reading: http://www.livestrong.com/article/196321-diseases-of-the-cecum/ ^[2]

Tip 3 - What Is Cecum and What Are the Symptoms?

Published: 9 years, 7 month(s) ago | Submitted by salt | permalink

Although it's the least common type of colon cancer, it may be the hardest to diagnose. Learn more about the signs, symptoms and treatment of this disease.

For further reading: http://coloncancer.about.com/od/coloncancerbasics/a/Cecum-Cancer.htm ^[3]

Tip 4 - The Colon (Human Anatomy): Picture, Function, Definition, Problems

Published: 9 years, 7 month(s) ago | Submitted by Fely Eleodra | permalink

WebMD's Colon Anatomy Page provides a detailed image and definition of the colon. Learn about its function, location, and conditions that affect the colon.
Tags: colon, colon anatomy, picture of the colon, image of the colon, colon picture, colon image, colon function, colon location in body, colon problems, colon conditions, human anatomy

For further reading: http://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/picture-of-the-colon ^[4]

Tip 5 - Disorders of the Cecum

Published: 9 years, 7 month(s) ago | Submitted by Mark Colebank | permalink

The healthy functioning of the cecum is critical to the overall health of a rabbit. Gaining an understanding of how this large organ works – and what causes disruption – will help caregivers monito...

For further reading: http://rabbit.org/disorders-of-the-cecum/ ^[5]

Tip 6 - What causes a twisted cecum? - Digestive Health

Published: 9 years, 7 month(s) ago | Submitted by C Cole | permalink

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For further reading: http://www.sharecare.com/health/digestive-health/what-causes-twisted-cecum ^[6]

Tip 7 - Diseases of the Cecum | eHow

Published: 9 years, 7 month(s) ago | Submitted by Claire Sellick | permalink

The cecum is the first part of the colon, which is part of the large intestine on the right side of the abdomen. Colonic diseases include colorectal cancer, the fourth most common cancer in the United States, according to MedlinePlus.

For further reading: http://www.ehow.com/facts_5850299_diseases-cecum.html ^[7]