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

Recent Examples on the Web

These side effects are usually only seen with excessively high doses of vitamin D.3 The most common side effects reported for vitamin K are gastrointestinal issues like diarrhea, nausea, or upset stomach. —Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 8 Dec. 2024

Peanut butter is also high in fats and sugars, which can impact your cat's digestive system and lead to gastrointestinal issues, according to Chewy. —Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 5 Dec. 2024

Gastrointestinal Issues After consuming CBD treats, some dogs may experience gastrointestinal issues like diarrhea or a change in their appetite. —Lydia Kariuki, The Mercury News, 3 Dec. 2024

Lemon water may offer mild benefits for some gastrointestinal (GI) conditions. —Lauren Panoff, Mph, Rd, Verywell Health, 26 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1831, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing gastrointestinal

• gastrointestinal tract

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