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Results 1 - 10 of 22 for Abdominal fat
  1. Amyloidosis (National Library of Medicine)  
    Amyloidosis occurs when abnormal proteins called amyloids build up and form deposits. The deposits can collect in organs such as the kidney and heart. This can cause ...
  2. Biopsy (National Library of Medicine)  
    A biopsy is a procedure that removes cells or tissue from your body. A doctor called a pathologist looks at the cells or tissue under a microscope to check ...
  3. Metabolic Syndrome (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... risk factors include: A large waistline, also called abdominal obesity or "having an apple shape." Too much fat around the stomach is a greater risk factor ...
  4. Breast Reconstruction (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... The plastic surgeon can take skin, muscle, and fat from your lower abdomen, back, or buttocks. The type of reconstruction that ...
  5. Reflux in Children (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... weight, if needed Eating smaller meals Avoiding high-fat foods Wearing loose-fitting clothing around the abdomen Staying upright for 3 hours after meals and ...
  6. Indigestion (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... discomfort or a burning feeling in your upper abdomen. You may have heartburn or belch and feel bloated. You may also feel nauseated, or even throw up. You might get indigestion from eating too much or too fast, eating high-fat foods, or eating when you're stressed. Smoking, ...
  7. Gallstones (National Library of Medicine)  
    Your gallbladder is a pear-shaped organ under your liver. It stores bile, a fluid made by your liver to digest fat. As your stomach and intestines digest ...
  8. Pancreatic Diseases (National Library of Medicine)  
    The pancreas is a gland behind your stomach and in front of your spine. It produces juices that help break down food and hormones that help control blood ...
  9. Intestinal Cancer (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... Intestinal cancer is rare, but eating a high-fat diet or having Crohn's disease, celiac disease, or a history of colonic polyps can increase your risk. Possible signs of small intestine cancer include: Abdominal pain Weight loss for no reason Blood in ...
  10. Gallbladder Cancer (National Library of Medicine)  
    Your gallbladder is a pear-shaped organ under your liver. It stores bile, a fluid made by your liver to digest fat. As your stomach and intestines digest ...
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