In 2009, the top GI-related symptoms driving outpatient visits were:
1. Abdominal pain: 15,863,956 estimated visits
2. Diarrhea: 4,236,051 estimated visits
3. Constipation: 3,175,842 estimated visits
4. Vomiting: 2,861,790 estimated visits
5. Nausea: 2,814,364
6. Heartburn and indigestion: 1,982,517
7. Rectal bleeding: 1,702,331
8. Unspecified GI symptoms: 1,357,602
9. Dysphagia: 1,148,041
10. Gastrointestinal bleeding: 1,073,771
11. Appetite decrease: 725,705
12. Bloating and distention: 699,928
13. Anorectal symptoms: 520,772
14. Liver and biliary system symptoms: 454,355
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