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Gastroenteritis
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An inflammatory disorder that affects the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract. Most commonly, this is attributed to viruses; however bacteria, parasites or adverse reactions can also be the culprit. Symptoms include acute diarrhea and vomiting. [ ]
Term info
Label
Gastroenteritis
Synonyms
- Gastroenteritis
- gastroenteritis
Subsets
NCIT_C90259, NCIT_C118464, NCIT_C128453
ALT DEFINITION
Inflammation of the lining of the stomach and the intestines. Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps (dull or sharp pains). Gastroenteritis may be caused by infection with bacteria, parasites, or viruses. It may also be caused by food poisoning, allergic reactions, or reactions to certain medicines or foods., Inflammation of the stomach and small intestine.
Contributing Source
MedDRA, NICHD
Has NICHD Parent
http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/NCIT_C2990
Legacy Concept Name
Gastroenteritis
Maps To
Gastroenteritis
NICHD Hierarchy Term
Gastroenteritis
Preferred Name
Gastroenteritis
Semantic Type
Disease or Syndrome
UMLS CUI
C0017160
code
C34632