Gastritis (noun)

Inflammation of the stomach lining, which can cause stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting.

Origin:

The word "gastritis" is derived from the greek word "gaster" meaning stomach and "itis" meaning inflammation. it first appeared in the late 1800s in the english language.

Examples:

1. He was diagnosed with gastritis and prescribed medication to reduce the inflammation.
2. Gastritis is caused by the excessive use of painkillers, alcohol and stress.
3. The patient was experiencing symptoms of gastritis such as stomach pain and nausea.
4. Gastritis can be treated with a combination of medication and dietary changes.
5. Gastritis can lead to serious complications if left untreated.