Enteropathy
Pronunciation: /ˈɛntˈɪɹoʊˈpɑˈðaɪ/
Enteropathy (noun)
- A general term for illness that affects the small intestine and causes problems with digestion or absorption of food.
- 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.