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📋Overview
Gastroenteritis, commonly known as stomach flu, is an inflammation of the stomach and intestines primarily caused by infections. It is characterized by diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. The term 'gastroenteritis' is the modern preferred term encompassing various infectious and non-infectious causes of intestinal inflammation.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0017160ICD-10-CM
K52.9
MeSH
D005759
SNOMED CT (US)
25374005
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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