gastrointestinal
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of gastrointestinal
First recorded in 1825–35; gastro- + intestinal
Vocabulary lists containing gastrointestinal
Example Sentences
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Shigella and salmonella are gastrointestinal infections which can cause diarrhoea, stomach cramps and fever.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
He entered the program with a history of gastrointestinal issues and abdominal surgeries.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026
Between 40 and 70 percent of patients on these drugs report gastrointestinal adverse effects, like acid reflux, chronic diarrhea, and/or constipation.
From Slate • Mar. 22, 2026
Beyond mammary cancer, the researchers identified similarities to human cancer mutations in tumors affecting the blood, bone, lungs, skin, gastrointestinal system, and central nervous system.
From Science Daily • Mar. 18, 2026
Andy, Mike, Caroline, Lou, Stuart, and John suffered attacks of gastrointestinal distress that kept them racing to the latrine.
From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer
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