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Zollinger - Ellison Syndrome
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This is a rare disorder that causes tumours in the pancreas (the gland which produces insulin and enzymes for the digestion of food) and duodenum(the first part of the intestines) This disease also cause ulcers in both the stomach and duodenum, Symptoms include severe stomach pain, diarrhoea, sickness, vomiting and weight loss, this is due to the excessive production of gastric acid production.
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Please Note: The information provided here should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A medical practitioner should always be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of all medical conditions.
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