gastritis
UK: ɡæˈstraɪtɪs | US: ɡæˈstraɪtɪs
n. Inflammation of the lining of the stomach.
The word "gastritis" combines the Greek root "gastr-" (stomach) with the suffix "-itis" (inflammation). "Gastr-" derives from the Greek "gaster," meaning "belly" or "stomach," while "-itis" is a medical suffix borrowed from Greek to denote inflammatory conditions. The term reflects a direct anatomical-pathological description, typical of medical terminology.
Chronic gastritis can lead to stomach ulcers if left untreated.
The patient was diagnosed with acute gastritis after experiencing severe abdominal pain.
Alcohol consumption may exacerbate symptoms of gastritis.
Endoscopy is often used to confirm cases of gastritis.
A bland diet is sometimes recommended to soothe gastritis discomfort.