Varices - What Are They And Why They Occur?

Varices are a coomon occurance within Gastroenterology and patients are constantly cofused by what they are and why they occur. In this video, I will discuss just that - what are varices, why do your veins swell, what is the portal system, why your liver plays such a big role in digestion and cleaning of blood, how cirrhosis affects blood flow, why other organs like the esophagus, stomach and intestines are affected, where are the varices located, and similar conditions that can occur. SUBSCRIBE to the Channel for More Content: ?sub_confirmation=1 Be Sure to Check Out Other Relevant Content: Fatty Lover Disease - Most Common Questions Answered:    • Fatty Liver Disease - Most Common Question...   What is An EGD:    • What is An EGD?   DISCLAIMER: While I am a Gastroenterologist, I am not acting as your Gastroenterologist. The information provided on this channel is intended to be general educational content and not directed towards any one individual. If you believe you have a medical condition that deserves attention please seek care from your healthcare provider. If you are experiencing a life threatening emergency, call 911.