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Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver that can be caused by viruses, toxic substances (alcohol or drugs) or the immune system attacking the liver. The condition can be sudden or chronic and greatly affects liver function.

Gallstones are hard, stony masses that form in the gallbladder. The gallbladder is a small organ under the liver that stores bile. The stones can range in size from small granules to large golf balls.

A bowel obstruction, also known as ileus, is a blockage in the intestines that interferes with the normal passage of bowel movement. This blockage can occur in either the small or large intestine and requires prompt medical attention.

The elbow nerve or ulnar nerve is a nerve that runs in a tunnel (cubital tunnel) on the inside of the elbow, just behind the bony protuberance. When this tunnel is narrowed, the nerve becomes pinched and symptoms develop.

Golfer's elbow (medial epicondylitis) is an inflammation of the muscles and tendons of the forearm that attach to the inside of the elbow (medial epicondyle). These are muscles that cause the wrist and fingers to fold.

Complaints of the ankle joint are common and are related to various aspects: position, strain, occupation, sport or age. Injuries of the ankle usually occur after a sprain of the ankle. This often damages the ankle ligaments and/or cartilage.