Matching -Stricture

question 5

Multiple Choice

Matching
-stricture

• A)dry mouth caused by reduced salivary flow.
• B)an autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, resulting in dry mouth and dry eyes.
• C)an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually caused by a neurological or muscular disorder.
• D)an inability to move food through the esophagus; usually caused by an obstruction or a motility disorder.
• E)abnormal narrowing of a passageway due to inflammation, scarring, or a congenital abnormality.
• F)an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter.
• G)a condition in which the upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm.
• H)inflammation in the esophagus related to the reflux of acidic stomach contents.
• I)a condition in which esophageal cells damaged by chronic exposure to stomach acid are replaced by cells that resemble those in the stomach or small intestine, sometimes becoming cancerous.
• J)inflammation of the gums; characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding.

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