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20 conditions on this page, alphabetically from Achalasia to Diverticulitis. Each entry below describes the condition in full.

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Achalasia

In clinical terms, achalasia is described as follows: an esophageal disease that is characterized by an inability of the esophagus to move food toward the stomach resulting from the lower esophogeal sphincter not fully relaxing during swallowing.

Also known as

Classification

Ontology identifier: DOID:9164 (Human Disease Ontology).

Classification path: disease of anatomical entity › gastrointestinal system disease › esophageal disease.

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Broader conditions

Medical codes

Care at Weyland-Yutani Health System

Care for achalasia is coordinated through Gastroenterology. Your clinician will recommend tests and treatments based on your history and symptoms.

Treatment options

Diagnostic tests

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When to seek care

Questions about achalasia? Call your nearest Weyland-Yutani location and ask for Gastroenterology.

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Alagille syndrome

Overview. A liver disease that is characterized by an accumulation of bile in the liver resulting from a reducted number of liver small bile ducts. Weyland-Yutani Health System offers diagnosis and ongoing care for Alagille syndrome.

Also known as

Classification

Ontology identifier: DOID:9245 (Human Disease Ontology).

Classification path: disease of anatomical entity › gastrointestinal system disease › hepatobiliary disease › liver disease.

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Broader conditions

Medical codes

Care at Weyland-Yutani Health System

Care for Alagille syndrome is coordinated through Gastroenterology. Your clinician will recommend tests and treatments based on your history and symptoms.

Treatment options

Diagnostic tests

Related articles

When to seek care

Questions about Alagille syndrome? Call your nearest Weyland-Yutani location and ask for Gastroenterology.

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Amelogenesis imperfecta

A dental enamel hypoplasia characterized by abnormal enamel formation. Patients with amelogenesis imperfecta are cared for through our Gastroenterology service line.

Classification

Ontology identifier: DOID:2187 (Human Disease Ontology).

Classification path: genetic disease › monogenic disease.

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Broader conditions

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Care at Weyland-Yutani Health System

Care for amelogenesis imperfecta is coordinated through Gastroenterology. Your clinician will recommend tests and treatments based on your history and symptoms.

Treatment options

Diagnostic tests

When to seek care

Questions about amelogenesis imperfecta? Call your nearest Weyland-Yutani location and ask for Gastroenterology.

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Amelogenesis imperfecta hypomaturation type 2A3

An amelogenesis imperfecta caused by homozygous mutation in the WDR72 gene. This page summarizes how amelogenesis imperfecta hypomaturation type 2A3 is classified and the care available at Weyland-Yutani Health System.

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Classification

Ontology identifier: DOID:0110061 (Human Disease Ontology).

Classification path: genetic disease › monogenic disease › autosomal genetic disease › autosomal recessive disease.

Specialty: Gastroenterology

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Care at Weyland-Yutani Health System

Treatment of amelogenesis imperfecta hypomaturation type 2A3 begins with an evaluation in Gastroenterology. Follow-up visits track how you are responding to care.

Treatment options

Diagnostic tests

When to seek care

If you or a family member may have amelogenesis imperfecta hypomaturation type 2A3, contact your primary care provider or schedule a visit with Gastroenterology.

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Amelogenesis imperfecta hypomaturation type 2A5

An amelogenesis imperfecta that has_material_basis_in homozygous mutation in the SLC24A4 gene on chromosome 14q32. Our Gastroenterology team evaluates and manages amelogenesis imperfecta hypomaturation type 2A5.

Also known as

Classification

Ontology identifier: DOID:0110063 (Human Disease Ontology).

Classification path: genetic disease › monogenic disease › autosomal genetic disease › autosomal recessive disease.

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Broader conditions

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Care at Weyland-Yutani Health System

Care for amelogenesis imperfecta hypomaturation type 2A5 is coordinated through Gastroenterology. Your clinician will recommend tests and treatments based on your history and symptoms.

Treatment options

Diagnostic tests

When to seek care

If you or a family member may have amelogenesis imperfecta hypomaturation type 2A5, contact your primary care provider or schedule a visit with Gastroenterology.

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Amelogenesis imperfecta type 1F

An amelogenesis imperfecta that has_material_basis_in homozygous mutation in the ameloblastin gene (AMBN) on chromosome 4q13. This page summarizes how amelogenesis imperfecta type 1F is classified and the care available at Weyland-Yutani Health System.

Also known as

Classification

Ontology identifier: DOID:0110065 (Human Disease Ontology).

Classification path: genetic disease › monogenic disease › autosomal genetic disease › autosomal recessive disease.

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Broader conditions

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Care at Weyland-Yutani Health System

Gastroenterology specialists lead care for amelogenesis imperfecta type 1F. Plans are tailored to each patient and reviewed regularly.

Treatment options

Diagnostic tests

When to seek care

Seek a medical evaluation if you are concerned about amelogenesis imperfecta type 1F. Bring a list of current medications and any previous test results.

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Amelogenesis imperfecta type 1H

An amelogenesis imperfecta that has_material_basis_in homozygous or compound heterozygous mutation in the integrin beta-6 gene (ITGB6) on chromosome 2q24. Our Gastroenterology team evaluates and manages amelogenesis imperfecta type 1H.

Also known as

Classification

Ontology identifier: DOID:0110064 (Human Disease Ontology).

Classification path: genetic disease › monogenic disease › autosomal genetic disease › autosomal recessive disease.

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Broader conditions

Medical codes

Care at Weyland-Yutani Health System

Treatment of amelogenesis imperfecta type 1H begins with an evaluation in Gastroenterology. Follow-up visits track how you are responding to care.

Treatment options

Diagnostic tests

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When to seek care

Questions about amelogenesis imperfecta type 1H? Call your nearest Weyland-Yutani location and ask for Gastroenterology.

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Amelogenesis imperfecta type 3A

An amelogenesis imperfecta type 3 that has_material_basis_in heterozygous mutation in the FAM83H gene on chromosome 8q24. Our Gastroenterology team evaluates and manages amelogenesis imperfecta type 3A.

Also known as

Classification

Ontology identifier: DOID:0110055 (Human Disease Ontology).

Classification path: genetic disease › monogenic disease › autosomal genetic disease › autosomal dominant disease.

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Broader conditions

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Care at Weyland-Yutani Health System

Gastroenterology specialists lead care for amelogenesis imperfecta type 3A. Plans are tailored to each patient and reviewed regularly.

Treatment options

Diagnostic tests

When to seek care

Questions about amelogenesis imperfecta type 3A? Call your nearest Weyland-Yutani location and ask for Gastroenterology.

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Ankyloglossia

A tongue disease characterized by an unusually short, thick lingual frenulum, a membrane connecting the underside of the tongue to the floor of the mouth. This page summarizes how ankyloglossia is classified and the care available at Weyland-Yutani Health System.

Also known as

Classification

Ontology identifier: DOID:0060604 (Human Disease Ontology).

Classification path: disease of anatomical entity › gastrointestinal system disease › mouth disease › tongue disease.

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Broader conditions

Medical codes

Care at Weyland-Yutani Health System

Gastroenterology specialists lead care for ankyloglossia. Plans are tailored to each patient and reviewed regularly.

Treatment options

Diagnostic tests

When to seek care

Questions about ankyloglossia? Call your nearest Weyland-Yutani location and ask for Gastroenterology.

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Bile duct disease

Overview. A biliary tract disease located_in one or more bile ducts. Weyland-Yutani Health System offers diagnosis and ongoing care for bile duct disease.

Also known as

Classification

Ontology identifier: DOID:4138 (Human Disease Ontology).

Classification path: disease of anatomical entity › gastrointestinal system disease › hepatobiliary disease › biliary tract disease.

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Broader conditions

More specific conditions

Medical codes

Care at Weyland-Yutani Health System

Gastroenterology specialists lead care for bile duct disease. Plans are tailored to each patient and reviewed regularly.

Treatment options

Diagnostic tests

Related articles

When to seek care

If you or a family member may have bile duct disease, contact your primary care provider or schedule a visit with Gastroenterology.

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Biliary dyskinesia

A gallbladder disease characterized by altered tonus of the sphincter of Oddi, disturbance in the coordination of contraction of the biliary ducts, and/or reduction in the speed of emptying of the biliary tree. Patients with biliary dyskinesia are cared for through our Gastroenterology service line.

Also known as

Classification

Ontology identifier: DOID:4140 (Human Disease Ontology).

Classification path: disease of anatomical entity › gastrointestinal system disease › gallbladder disease.

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Broader conditions

Medical codes

Care at Weyland-Yutani Health System

Treatment of biliary dyskinesia begins with an evaluation in Gastroenterology. Follow-up visits track how you are responding to care.

Treatment options

Diagnostic tests

When to seek care

Questions about biliary dyskinesia? Call your nearest Weyland-Yutani location and ask for Gastroenterology.

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Biliary tract disease

In clinical terms, biliary tract disease is described as follows: A hepatobiliary disease that is located_in the biliary tract.

Classification

Ontology identifier: DOID:9741 (Human Disease Ontology).

Classification path: disease of anatomical entity › gastrointestinal system disease › hepatobiliary disease.

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Broader conditions

More specific conditions

Medical codes

Care at Weyland-Yutani Health System

Treatment of biliary tract disease begins with an evaluation in Gastroenterology. Follow-up visits track how you are responding to care.

Treatment options

Diagnostic tests

When to seek care

Questions about biliary tract disease? Call your nearest Weyland-Yutani location and ask for Gastroenterology.

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Burning mouth syndrome

A mouth disease that is characterized by long-lasting burning sensations of the mouth. Patients with burning mouth syndrome are cared for through our Gastroenterology service line.

Also known as

Classification

Ontology identifier: DOID:4331 (Human Disease Ontology).

Classification path: disease of anatomical entity › gastrointestinal system disease › mouth disease.

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Broader conditions

Medical codes

Care at Weyland-Yutani Health System

Care for burning mouth syndrome is coordinated through Gastroenterology. Your clinician will recommend tests and treatments based on your history and symptoms.

Treatment options

Diagnostic tests

Related articles

When to seek care

Seek a medical evaluation if you are concerned about burning mouth syndrome. Bring a list of current medications and any previous test results.

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Chemical colitis

Overview. A colitis caused_by introduction of various chemicals. Weyland-Yutani Health System offers diagnosis and ongoing care for chemical colitis.

Classification

Ontology identifier: DOID:0060186 (Human Disease Ontology).

Classification path: disease of anatomical entity › gastrointestinal system disease › intestinal disease › inflammatory bowel disease › colitis.

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Broader conditions

Medical codes

Care at Weyland-Yutani Health System

Gastroenterology specialists lead care for chemical colitis. Plans are tailored to each patient and reviewed regularly.

Treatment options

Diagnostic tests

When to seek care

Seek a medical evaluation if you are concerned about chemical colitis. Bring a list of current medications and any previous test results.

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Cholangitis

A bile duct disease that is an inflammation of the bile duct. Our Gastroenterology team evaluates and manages cholangitis.

Classification

Ontology identifier: DOID:9446 (Human Disease Ontology).

Classification path: disease of anatomical entity › gastrointestinal system disease › hepatobiliary disease › biliary tract disease › bile duct disease.

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Broader conditions

Medical codes

Care at Weyland-Yutani Health System

Gastroenterology specialists lead care for cholangitis. Plans are tailored to each patient and reviewed regularly.

Treatment options

Diagnostic tests

When to seek care

If you or a family member may have cholangitis, contact your primary care provider or schedule a visit with Gastroenterology.

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Clostridium difficile colitis

A colitis characterized by an overgrowth of Clostridium difficile bacteria. This page summarizes how Clostridium difficile colitis is classified and the care available at Weyland-Yutani Health System.

Also known as

Classification

Ontology identifier: DOID:0060185 (Human Disease Ontology).

Classification path: disease of anatomical entity › gastrointestinal system disease › intestinal disease › inflammatory bowel disease › colitis.

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Broader conditions

Medical codes

Care at Weyland-Yutani Health System

Care for Clostridium difficile colitis is coordinated through Gastroenterology. Your clinician will recommend tests and treatments based on your history and symptoms.

Treatment options

Diagnostic tests

When to seek care

Questions about Clostridium difficile colitis? Call your nearest Weyland-Yutani location and ask for Gastroenterology.

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Colitis

An inflammatory bowel disease that involves inflammation located_in colon. Our Gastroenterology team evaluates and manages colitis.

Classification

Ontology identifier: DOID:0060180 (Human Disease Ontology).

Classification path: disease of anatomical entity › gastrointestinal system disease › intestinal disease › inflammatory bowel disease.

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Broader conditions

More specific conditions

Medical codes

Care at Weyland-Yutani Health System

Treatment of colitis begins with an evaluation in Gastroenterology. Follow-up visits track how you are responding to care.

Treatment options

Diagnostic tests

Related articles

When to seek care

Questions about colitis? Call your nearest Weyland-Yutani location and ask for Gastroenterology.

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Colonic disease

A intestinal disease located in the colon. This page summarizes how colonic disease is classified and the care available at Weyland-Yutani Health System.

Also known as

Classification

Ontology identifier: DOID:5353 (Human Disease Ontology).

Classification path: disease of anatomical entity › gastrointestinal system disease › intestinal disease.

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Broader conditions

More specific conditions

Medical codes

Care at Weyland-Yutani Health System

At Weyland-Yutani Health System, colonic disease is managed by Gastroenterology with support from imaging, laboratory and rehabilitation services where needed.

Treatment options

Diagnostic tests

Related articles

When to seek care

Seek a medical evaluation if you are concerned about colonic disease. Bring a list of current medications and any previous test results.

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Dentin dysplasia

A teeth hard tissue disease characterized by presence of normal enamel but atypical dentin with abnormal pulpal morphology. Patients with dentin dysplasia are cared for through our Gastroenterology service line.

Also known as

Classification

Ontology identifier: DOID:701 (Human Disease Ontology).

Classification path: disease of anatomical entity › gastrointestinal system disease › mouth disease › tooth disease › teeth hard tissue disease.

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Broader conditions

Medical codes

Care at Weyland-Yutani Health System

At Weyland-Yutani Health System, dentin dysplasia is managed by Gastroenterology with support from imaging, laboratory and rehabilitation services where needed.

Treatment options

Diagnostic tests

Related articles

When to seek care

Seek a medical evaluation if you are concerned about dentin dysplasia. Bring a list of current medications and any previous test results.

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Diverticulitis

An intestinal disease characterized by the formation and inflammation of diverticula within the bowel wall. This page summarizes how diverticulitis is classified and the care available at Weyland-Yutani Health System.

Classification

Ontology identifier: DOID:7475 (Human Disease Ontology).

Classification path: disease of anatomical entity › gastrointestinal system disease › intestinal disease.

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Broader conditions

More specific conditions

Medical codes

Care at Weyland-Yutani Health System

Care for diverticulitis is coordinated through Gastroenterology. Your clinician will recommend tests and treatments based on your history and symptoms.

Treatment options

Diagnostic tests

When to seek care

Seek a medical evaluation if you are concerned about diverticulitis. Bring a list of current medications and any previous test results.

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