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gastritis
noun
gas·tri·tis
ga-ˈstrī-təs
: inflammation especially of the mucous membrane of the stomach
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This can lead to conditions like gastritis, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn's disease.
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There is no clear evidence that genetics influence other forms of gastritis besides autoimmune gastritis.
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Stress Psychological stress is known to independently increase the risk of acute gastritis in people with H. pylori.
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In a clinical study, some participants also reported mild gastritis, fever, or headaches.4
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First Known Use
1806, in the meaning defined above
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“Gastritis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gastritis. Accessed 19 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
gastritis
noun
gas·tri·tis
ga-ˈstrīt-əs
: inflammation of the stomach and especially of its mucous membrane
Medical Definition
gastritis
noun
gas·tri·tis
ga-ˈstrīt-əs
: inflammation especially of the mucous membrane of the stomach
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