Term Name:	gastroenteritis
Synonyms:	cholera morbus, infectious colitis, enteritis and gastroenteritis
Definition:	A gastrointestinal system infectious disease that involves inflammation of the lining of the stomach and small and large intestines, which is caused by viruses, bacteria, or parasites. Chemicals and drugs also cause gastroenteritis. The symptoms include diarrhea, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, cramps, and discomfort in the abdomen.
Ontology:	Human Disease [DOID:2326]   ( DOID:2326 )