gastrointestinal tract

noun

medical

: the part of the digestive system that consists of the stomach and intestines

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Gut Microbiota Imbalance The gut microbiome is a community of trillions of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi, that live in the gastrointestinal tract. —

Lindsay Curtis, Health, 15 Dec. 2024 This may be because massaging your navel can stimulate the lymphatic system in your gastrointestinal tract, Rocco says. —

Renée Onque, CNBC, 21 Nov. 2024 Abdominal pain is often associated with mast cell infiltration into the gastrointestinal tract, leading to inflammation and hypersensitivity. —

Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 15 July 2024 Once ingested, these materials can become lodged in the gastrointestinal tract, causing a dangerous obstruction. —

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