Which of the following is a general name for diseases that cause inflammation and irritation of the digestive system?

A) inflammatory bowel disease
B) diverticular disease
C) hemorrhoids
D) ulcers
E) irritable bowel syndrome


Ans: A) inflammatory bowel disease

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