enteritis

[ɛn.tə.ˈraɪ.tɪs]
nounfemininepl: enteritides or enteritis
enterite
1. Inflammation of the small intestine, typically caused by infection or irritation
The patient was diagnosed with enteritis after experiencing severe abdominal pain and diarrhea.
O paciente foi diagnosticado com enterite após experienciar dor abdominal severa e diarreia.
2. A medical condition characterized by swelling and irritation of the intestinal lining
Viral enteritis can spread through contaminated food and water.
A enterite viral pode se espalhar através de alimentos e água contaminados.
Enteritis is a medical term commonly used in both English and Portuguese-speaking countries. In Brazil and Portugal, healthcare professionals use 'enterite' as the standard terminology. It is frequently discussed in medical contexts and public health communications, particularly regarding food safety and waterborne illnesses. The term is clinical and formal, typically appearing in medical reports and doctor-patient discussions rather than casual conversation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
intestinal inflammationsmall bowel inflammationenteropathy

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
enterite
Standard medical term used throughout Brazil
Portugal
enterite
Same term used in European Portuguese medical contexts
Medical Portuguese
inflamação do intestino delgado
More descriptive alternative in clinical settings

Related Words

colitisgastroenteritisinflammatory bowel diseaseintestinal infectiondiarrheamalabsorption

Related Idioms & Phrases

to have a case of enteritis
enteritis outbreak
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