What is another word for gastrointestinal?

Pronunciation: [ɡˈastɹɔ͡ɪntˌɛstɪnə͡l] (IPA)

Gastrointestinal encompasses a wide range of medical conditions that affect the digestive system. It is a term that is often used interchangeably with digestive or gastrointestinal tract. However, there are other synonyms that can be used for this same concept. These synonyms include alimentary, enteric, and digestive system. Alimentary and enteric both refer to the digestive system, while digestive system specifically refers to the organs and structures that process food and waste in the body. These synonyms can be used to describe the same medical issues as gastrointestinal, such as ulcers, reflux, and irritable bowel syndrome.

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What are the hypernyms for Gastrointestinal?

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Usage examples for Gastrointestinal

The animal has an anxious look, and in a few cases there is a gastrointestinal irritation, the feces being thin, of a dark color, and of an offensive odor.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
If gastrointestinal symptoms predominate, acute gastric catarrh or inflammation of the intestines might be thought of.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
If given by the mouth, it causes severe irritation of the gastrointestinal tract, shown by salivation, sore throat, colic, bloody diarrhea, etc.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler

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