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gastrointestinal

American

[gas-troh-in-tes-tuh-nl] / ˌgæs troʊ ɪnˈtɛs tə nl /

adjective

Anatomy.

of, relating to, or affecting the stomach and intestines.

gastrointestinal British

/ ˌɡæstrəʊɪnˈtɛstɪnəl /

adjective

of or relating to the stomach and intestinal tract

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Etymology

Origin of gastrointestinal

First recorded in 1825–35; gastro- + intestinal

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

The scientists first evaluated the five compounds in laboratory experiments using human plasma samples and conditions that simulate gastrointestinal absorption.

From Science Daily • Mar. 8, 2026

For centuries many of the inhabitants of this region suffered from what came to be known as “the Reichenstein disease” — chronic arsenicism with accompanying disorders of the liver, skin, and gastrointestinal and nervous systems.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson

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