Hemochromatosis - a genetic condition that causes the body to absorb and store too much iron. While many individuals with this disease have no symptoms, injuries to the liver can slowly lead to cirrhosis if the illness is not treated.
Hiatus hernia- It is the protrusion of the upper part of the stomach into the thorax through a tear or weakness in the diaphragm. The symptoms include acid reflux, and pain, similar to heartburn, in the chest and upper stomach. For most people, hiatus hernias cause no symptoms. Sometimes patients experience heartburn and regurgitation, when stomach acid refluxes back into the esophagus.
In most cases, sufferers experience no discomfort and no treatment is required. However, when the Hiatus hernia is large, or is to close to the esophagus, it is likely to cause esophageal stricture and discomfort. Symptomatic patients should elevate the head of their beds and avoid lying down directly after meals until treatment is rendered. If the condition has been brought on by stress, stress reduction techniques may be prescribed, or if overweight, weight loss may be indicated. Anti-secretory drugs can be used to reduce acid secretion.
Pancreatitis – it is an inflammation or infection of the pancreas -- an elongated, tapered gland that is located behind the stomach. The pancreas secretes digestive enzymes and the hormones insulin and glucagon. The various types of pancreatitis involve irritation, inflammation, and infection of the pancreas. The disorders differ according to whether symptoms develop suddenly or slowly.