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Gastroenteritis

usgb/ˌɡæstrəʊˌentəˈraɪtɪs/Volume
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Medical ConditionPlay
Gastroenteritis is a specific illness, not a general term for stomach issues. SlideThe doctor diagnosed her symptoms of vomiting and diarrhea as gastroenteritis.
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Severity VariesPlay
Gastroenteritis ranges from mild to severe. Severity may require medical attention. SlideShe suffered from severe gastroenteritis after eating spoiled food.
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Infectious NaturePlay
Certain types of gastroenteritis are contagious. It's not always food-related. SlideAn outbreak of viral gastroenteritis struck the school.