Definitions for gastroenteritis
ˌgæs troʊˌɛn təˈraɪ tɪsgas·troen·teri·tis

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1. gastroenteritis, stomach flu, intestinal flunoun

   inflammation of the stomach and intestines; can be caused by Salmonella enteritidis

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1. gastroenteritisnoun

   Inflammation of the mucous membranes of the stomach and intestine; often caused by an infection.

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1. Gastroenteritis

   Gastroenteritis, also known as infectious diarrhea and gastro, is an inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract including the stomach and intestine. Symptoms may include diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Fever, lack of energy, and dehydration may also occur. This typically lasts less than two weeks. It is not related to influenza, even though in the U.S. it is sometimes called the "stomach flu".Gastroenteritis is usually caused by viruses; however, gut bacteria, parasites, and fungi can also cause gastroenteritis. In children, rotavirus is the most common cause of severe disease. In adults, norovirus and Campylobacter are common causes. Eating improperly prepared food, drinking contaminated water or close contact with a person who is infected can spread the disease. Treatment is generally the same with or without a definitive diagnosis, so testing to confirm is usually not needed.For young children in impoverished countries, prevention includes hand washing with soap, drinking clean water, breastfeeding babies instead of using formula, and proper disposal of human waste. The rotavirus vaccine is recommended as a prevention for children. Treatment involves getting enough fluids. For mild or moderate cases, this can typically be achieved by drinking oral rehydration solution (a combination of water, salts and sugar). In those who are breastfed, continued breastfeeding is recommended. For more severe cases, intravenous fluids may be needed. Fluids may also be given by a nasogastric tube. Zinc supplementation is recommended in children. Antibiotics are generally not needed. However, antibiotics are recommended for young children with a fever and bloody diarrhea.In 2015, there were two billion cases of gastroenteritis, resulting in 1.3 million deaths globally. Children and those in the developing world are affected the most. In 2011, there were about 1.7 billion cases, resulting in about 700,000 deaths of children under the age of five. In the developing world, children less than two years of age frequently get six or more infections a year. It is less common in adults, partly due to the development of immunity.

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1. gastroenteritis

   Gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract, primarily involving the stomach and small intestine, that results in symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. It can be caused by infections from bacteria, viruses, parasites, or certain medications or foods.

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1. Gastroenteritisnoun

   inflammation of the lining membrane of the stomach and the intestines

2. Etymology: [NL. See Gastroenrteric, and -itis.]

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1. Gastroenteritis

   Gastroenteritis is a medical condition characterized by inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract that involves both the stomach and the small intestine, resulting in some combination of diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal pain and cramping. Gastroenteritis has also been referred to as gastro, stomach bug, and stomach virus. Although unrelated to influenza, it has also been called stomach flu and gastric flu. Globally, most cases in children are caused by rotavirus. In adults, norovirus and Campylobacter are more common. Less common causes include other bacteria and parasites. Transmission may occur due to consumption of improperly prepared foods or contaminated water or via close contact with individuals who are infectious. The foundation of management is adequate hydration. For mild or moderate cases, this can typically be achieved via oral rehydration solution. For more severe cases, intravenous fluids may be needed. Gastroenteritis primarily affects children and those in the developing world.

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1. Gastroenteritis

   INFLAMMATION of any segment of the GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT from ESOPHAGUS to RECTUM. Causes of gastroenteritis are many including genetic, infection, HYPERSENSITIVITY, drug effects, and CANCER.

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1. enterogastritis

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of gastroenteritis in Chaldean Numerology is: 5

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of gastroenteritis in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

Examples of gastroenteritis in a Sentence

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   I saw a lot of people with cuts and bruises and such, but I don't recall a single, solitary case of gastroenteritis during Katrina or the whole month afterwards.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=gastroenteritis
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Gastroenteritis
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gastroenteritis
4. ^ ChatGPT
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5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gastroenteritis
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=gastroenteritis