Enteropathy

Pronunciation: /ˈɛntˈɪɹoʊˈpɑˈðaɪ/

Enteropathy (noun)

  1. A general term for illness that affects the small intestine and causes problems with digestion or absorption of food.
  2. Damage or abnormal function of the intestine caused by the immune system, leading to long-term digestive symptoms.

Examples

  • Enteropathy can cause long-term bowel disease symptoms.
  • Doctors diagnose enteropathy after checking bowel disease signs.