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Intestinal Obstruction

Intestinal obstruction – this is where food or tumour blocks

the intestine.

Ulcers

Ulcers – these are sores or wounds in the stomach or intestine.
Sores in the stomach are called Peptic ulcers while those in the

intestines are called duodenal ulcers. They are normally

caused by parasites (bacteria e.g. helicobacter pyroli) or cer-

tain drugs, stress and alcohol.

Keeping a health Digestive System

 Have a balanced diet

 Drink enough (boiled) water

 Include roughage/fibre in your diet

 Have a good exercise routine but not im-

mediately after eating

 Avoid too cold or too hot drinks or food

 Have a routine medical check-up

 Food should be cooked well before

eating

 Including probiotic foods in your

diet (these are foods which

good bacteria that helps di-

gestion) such as yoghurt.

 Maintain good hygiene. Eat

clean food