gastroenteritis
Meaning of gastroenteritis: Inflammation of the lining of the stomach and the intestines.
Definition of gastroenteritis
Inflammation of the lining of the stomach and the intestines. Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps (dull or sharp pains). Gastroenteritis may be caused by infection with bacteria, parasites, or viruses. It may also be caused by food poisoning, allergic reactions, or reactions to certain medicines or foods.
How gastroenteritis is built
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- gastr/o Combining form · Greek stomach
- enter/o Combining form · Greek intestine, small intestine
- -itis Suffix · Greek inflammation
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