Meaning of "gastroenteritis" in English

Gastroenteritis, often referred to as stomach flu, is an inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract, which includes both the stomach and the intestines. This condition is usually caused by infections from viruses, bacteria, or parasites, and can also result from a reaction to new foods or medications. Symptoms typically include diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, fever, and fatigue, and it is generally transmitted through contaminated food or water. Though often uncomfortable, gastroenteritis is usually self-limiting, resolving without treatment within a few days.

Meaning of "gastro-entérite" in French

In French, "gastro-entérite" refers to the inflammation of the digestive tract, encompassing the stomach and intestines. Caused primarily by viral, bacterial, or parasitic infections, gastro-entérite can also result from food reactions or medication side effects. Patients commonly experience symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and sometimes fever. Transmission often occurs through contaminated water or food. Although it might be distressing, the condition is typically self-resolving, with symptoms alleviating in a few days without medical intervention.

Pronunciation of "gastroenteritis" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˌɡæstrəʊˌɛntəˈraɪtɪs/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation may vary slightly between British and American English, primarily in the intonation and stress. In British English, the "r" in "enteritis" may be softer, whereas in American English, the "r" is more pronounced.

Pronunciation of "gastro-entérite" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ɡastʁo.ɑ̃.te.ʁit/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "gastro-entérite" remains relatively consistent across French-speaking regions, though some variation in intonation or stress may occur, particularly between metropolitan French and Canadian French speakers.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. Gastroenteritis is most commonly caused by viruses.
    (La gastro-entérite est le plus souvent causée par des virus.)

  2. He was diagnosed with gastroenteritis after his trip abroad.
    (Il a été diagnostiqué avec une gastro-entérite après son voyage à l'étranger.)

  3. Symptoms of gastroenteritis include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
    (Les symptômes de la gastro-entérite incluent des nausées, des vomissements et la diarrhée.)

  4. The doctor recommended hydration to treat her gastroenteritis.
    (Le médecin a recommandé une hydratation pour traiter sa gastro-entérite.)

  5. Many children recover from gastroenteritis in a few days without medication.
    (Beaucoup d'enfants se rétablissent d'une gastro-entérite en quelques jours sans médicaments.)

  6. Gastroenteritis can be prevented by practicing good hygiene.
    (La gastro-entérite peut être évitée en pratiquant une bonne hygiène.)

  7. He missed work due to a severe case of gastroenteritis.
    (Il a manqué le travail en raison d'une grave cas de gastro-entérite.)

  8. Gastroenteritis tends to spread quickly in crowded places.
    (La gastro-entérite se propage rapidement dans les lieux bondés.)

  9. They canceled their trip because one of them had gastroenteritis.
    (Ils ont annulé leur voyage parce que l'un d'eux avait la gastro-entérite.)

  10. The local outbreak of gastroenteritis was traced to a contaminated water source.
    (L'épidémie locale de gastro-entérite a été attribuée à une source d'eau contaminée.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "gastroenteritis" in English

Synonyms: stomach flu, intestinal flu, gastric flu, viral gastroenteritis, stomach virus.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: diarrhea, vomiting, stomach ache, food poisoning, indigestion.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "gastro-entérite" in French

Synonyms: grippe intestinale, gastro, infection intestinale, maladie des tripes.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: diarrhée, vomissement, maux d'estomac, intoxication alimentaire, indigestion.

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