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gastroenteritis

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gastroenteritis

Inflammation of the stomach and intestines, giving rise to abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhoea. It may be caused by food or other poisoning, allergy, or infection. Dehydration may be severe and it is a particular risk in infants.


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The students had a range of experiences on placement including the deterioration or death of patients and an outbreak of gastroenteritis at one venue.
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