Disease or Syndrome
gastroenteritis bacterial
gas·tro·en·ter·i·tis bac·te·ri·al
Definitions related to gastroenteritis bacterial:
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(bacterial gastroenteritis) Gastroenteritis resulting from a bacterial infection.NCI ThesaurusU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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(bacterial gastroenteritis) Gastroenteritis that is caused by an infection with a bacterial agent.NICHD Pediatric TerminologyU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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Bacterial gastroenteritis has many causes, can range from mild to severe, and typically manifests with symptoms of vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal discomfort. It is usually self-limited, but improper management of an acute infection can lead to a protracted course.WebMD, 2019
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