adjective

gastrointestinal

/ˌɡæs.troʊ.ɪn.ˈtes.tɪ.nəl/ · say it: GAS·troh·in·TES·tuh·nuhl

relating to the stomach and intestines

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relating to the stomach and intestines, or affecting the digestive system

Examples

She experienced gastrointestinal problems after eating the contaminated food.
The doctor prescribed medication for his gastrointestinal disorder.

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gastrointestinal

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