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Gastrointestinal
The gastrointestinal (GI) system comprises the GI tract and accessory organs.
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| esophagitis | Esophagitis (uh-sof-uh-JIE-tis) is inflammation of the esophagus. |
| Rectitis | Rectitis is an inflammation of the inner rectum. It mainly affects the rectal mucous membrane. The condition can be acute or it may be a chronic condition. |
| gastritis | Gastritis is an inflammation, irritation, or erosion of the lining of the stomach. It can occur suddenly (acute) or gradually (chronic). |
| cirrhosis | Cirrhosis is a condition in which your liver is scarred and permanently damaged. |