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• Viral gastroenteritis
  == Viral Gastroenteritis == '''Viral gastroenteritis''' (pronunciation: /ˌvaɪrəl ˌɡæstroʊɪntɛrˈaɪtɪs/), also known a
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• Bacterial gastroenteritis
  == Bacterial Gastroenteritis == ...ion: /bækˌtɪəriəl ˌɡæstroʊˌɛntəˈraɪtɪs/) is an inflammation of the stomach and intestines caused by certain types of bacteria.
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• Gastroenteritis
  |Term=Gastroenteritis ...nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps (dull or stabbing pains). Gastroenteritis can be caused by bacterial, parasitic, or viral infection. It can also be c
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• Eosinophilic gastroenteritis
  ...igh numbers of [[eosinophils]] (a type of white blood cell) in the stomach and intestines. ...is" is derived from "gastro" meaning stomach, "enteron" meaning intestine, and "itis" meaning inflammation.
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• Sapovirus
  ...is derived from the city of Sapporo in Japan, where the first outbreak of gastroenteritis associated with this virus was reported in 1982. The virus was subsequently ...ontains different species of viruses that cause various diseases in humans and animals.
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• Campylobacter jejuni
  ...he name "Campylobacter" derives from the Greek words ''kampylos'' (curved) and ''bakterion'' (rod), referring to the bacterium's curved rod shape. "Jejuni ...ith an optimal growth temperature of 42°C, the body temperature of a bird, and can cause [[zoonotic]] infections.
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• Sapporo
  ...dical term, but a city in [[Japan]]. It is the fifth largest city in Japan and the largest city on the northern Japanese island of [[Hokkaido]]. It is kno ...us]] that was first identified in Sapporo, Japan in 1982. It is a cause of gastroenteritis, commonly known as stomach flu, in humans.
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• Rotarix
  ...e a common cause of severe [[diarrhea]] and [[gastroenteritis]] in infants and young children. The name "Rotarix" is a combination of "rotavirus" and "rix", which is a common suffix in the names of vaccines. The "rix" part of
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• Aeromonas infection
  The term ''Aeromonas'' is derived from the Greek words 'aero' meaning air and 'monas' meaning unit. It refers to the bacteria's ability to survive in oxy ...infections in humans, including [[gastroenteritis]], [[wound infections]], and [[septicemia]].
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• Campylobacter
  ...s of Gram-negative bacteria. Campylobacter species can be oxidase positive and are typically comma-shaped. The term "Campylobacter" comes from the Greek ''kampylos'' (curved) and ''bakterion'' (rod). This refers to the curved-rod shape of bacteria in thi
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• CRAM diet
  ...e four components of the diet: '''C'''ereal, '''R'''ice, '''A'''pplesauce, and '''M'''ilk. ...]]''': Whole grain cereals are often recommended as they are high in fiber and can help to regulate the digestive system.
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• Aichi
  ...Japan]], or the [[Aichi virus]], a type of [[Picornavirus]] that can cause gastroenteritis in humans. The term "Aichi" is derived from the Japanese words "Ai" meaning "love" and "Chi" meaning "wisdom". In the context of the [[Aichi virus]], it was named
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• Caliciviridae
  ...e name "Caliciviridae" is derived from the Latin ''calyx'', meaning "cup", and ''virus'', meaning "poison". This is in reference to the cup-like depressio ...enus|genera]]: ''Norovirus'', ''Sapovirus'', ''Vesivirus'', ''Lagovirus'', and ''Nebovirus''. Each genus contains several species of viruses, many of whic
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• Adenoviridae
  ...e-stranded DNA genomes that infect a wide range of hosts, including humans and other vertebrates. ...term "Adenoviridae" is derived from the Greek words "aden" meaning gland, and "virus" meaning poison. This is due to the fact that the first adenoviruses
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• Luchi
  ...specifically in the area of [[Gastroenterology]]. It is not a common term and is primarily used in certain regions. ...onditions such as [[Gastroenteritis]], [[Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)]], and [[Gastritis]].
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• Norovirus
  ...in the UK, is a type of [[virus]] that can cause gastroenteritis in humans and animals. The term "Norovirus" is derived from Norwalk virus, the only speci ...ther symptoms can include low-grade fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, and a general sense of fatigue.
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• Aeromonas hydrophila
  ...ium can be found in fresh or brackish water. It can cause diseases in fish and humans. ...ydrophila'' derives from the Greek words ''aero'' (air), ''monas'' (unit), and ''hydrophila'' (water-loving). This name refers to the bacterium's ability
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• Ondansetron
  ...usea and vomiting and for preventing nausea and vomiting associated with [[gastroenteritis]]. It is part of a class of medications called [[serotonin 5-HT3 receptor a ...start of chemotherapy, 1 to 2 hours before the start of radiation therapy, and 1 hour before surgery.
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• Stomach pain
  ...is. The term originates from the Latin words "stomachus" meaning "gullet", and "pain" from the Old French "peine" meaning "punishment". ..., [[Gastritis]], [[Peptic Ulcer]], [[Gallstones]], [[Appendicitis]], and [[Gastroenteritis]]. It can also be a symptom of more serious conditions such as [[Pancreatit
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• Stomach flu
  ...pronounced: /ˌɡæstroʊˌɛntəˈraɪtɪs/), is a condition that causes irritation and inflammation of the [[gastrointestinal tract]]. The term "stomach flu" is a ...derived from the Greek words "gastro-" (stomach), "-entero-" (intestine), and "-itis" (inflammation).
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