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gastrointestinal
adjective
gas·tro·in·tes·ti·nal
ˌga-strō-in-ˈte-stə-nᵊl
-ˈtes(t)-nəl
: of, relating to, affecting, or including both stomach and intestine
Examples of gastrointestinal in a Sentence
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Taking too much copper can be dangerous for your liver and can cause unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms.
—Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Health, 18 Sep. 2024
When magnesium is better absorbed by the body, fewer gastrointestinal (GI) issues like diarrhea occur.
—Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 17 Sep. 2024
During the clinical trials of the weight loss medication for kids, the side effects were mostly gastrointestinal symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, points out Dr. Reichard.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 13 Sep. 2024
Start small: To avoid gastrointestinal issues, begin with a small dose of konjac and gradually increase your consumption as needed and as tolerated.
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Word History
First Known Use
1831, in the meaning defined above
Phrases Containing gastrointestinal
Dictionary Entries Near gastrointestinal
Cite this Entry
“Gastrointestinal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gastrointestinal. Accessed 2 Oct. 2024.
Kids Definition
gastrointestinal
adjective
gas·tro·in·tes·ti·nal
ˌgas-trō-in-ˈtes-tən-ᵊl
: of, relating to, or including both stomach and intestine
Medical Definition
gastrointestinal
adjective
gas·tro·in·tes·ti·nal
ˌgas-trō-in-ˈtes-tən-ᵊl, -ˈtes(t)-nəl
: of, relating to, or affecting both stomach and intestine
gastrointestinal distress
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