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Santé et Maladie - Maladies et Problèmes Gastro-intestinaux

Ici, vous apprendrez quelques mots anglais liés aux maladies et problèmes gastro-intestinaux tels que "volvulus", "pancréatite" et "constipation".

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oral candidiasis

a fungal infection that affects the mouth and throat, caused by overgrowth of the Candida fungus, resulting in white patches or sores on the mucous membranes

candidose buccale, muguet buccal

candidose buccale, muguet buccal

gastro-oesophageal reflux disease

a chronic condition where stomach acid consistently backs up into the oesophagus, causing symptoms such as heartburn, regurgitation, and other related discomforts

reflux gastro-œsophagien, RGO

reflux gastro-œsophagien, RGO

achalasia

a disorder that affects swallowing due to improper relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter

achalasie, méga-œsophage

achalasie, méga-œsophage

esophageal rupture

a tear in the esophageal wall, resulting in severe chest pain and other complications

rupture œsophagienne, déchirure de l'œsophage

rupture œsophagienne, déchirure de l'œsophage

gastritis

a medical condition where the stomach's inner lining becomes inflamed, often resulting in symptoms like stomach discomfort, nausea, and a reduced appetite

gastrite

gastrite

Ex: Following a spicy meal, Jenna felt a sharp pain in her stomach and wondered if it might be gastritis acting up. 

Après un repas épicé, Jenna a ressenti une douleur vive dans l'estomac et s'est demandé si ce pourrait être une gastrite qui se manifestait.

peptic ulcer disease

the formation of open sores in the stomach or duodenum due to stomach acid erosion, causing abdominal pain and other symptoms

maladie ulcéreuse peptique, ulcère gastro-duodénal

maladie ulcéreuse peptique, ulcère gastro-duodénal

autoimmune gastritis

immune system attack on the stomach lining, causing inflammation, impaired acid production, and related symptoms

gastrite auto-immune, gastrite autoimmune

gastrite auto-immune, gastrite autoimmune

appendicitis

a severe medical condition in which one's appendix becomes inflamed and painful

appendicite

appendicite

food poisoning

an illness resulting from the consumption of food or water contaminated with bacteria

intoxication alimentaire

intoxication alimentaire

Ex: After the family dinner, several members experienced food poisoning, prompting a visit to the doctor. 

Après le dîner familial, plusieurs membres ont souffert d'une intoxication alimentaire, ce qui a conduit à une visite chez le médecin.

cholera
cholera
[nom]

a potentially fatal illness that is acquired from consumption of water or food contaminated with particular bacteria, causing diarrhea and vomiting

choléra

choléra

Ex: Health officials rushed to contain the cholera epidemic and provide clean water to affected areas. 

Les responsables de la santé se sont précipités pour contenir l'épidémie de choléra et fournir de l'eau potable aux zones touchées.

amoebic dysentery

a severe intestinal infection causing diarrhea and abdominal cramps, caused by the amoeba Entamoeba histolytica

dysenterie amibienne, dysenterie à amibes

dysenterie amibienne, dysenterie à amibes

Ex: Abdominal cramps are a common symptom of amoebic dysentery. 

Les crampes abdominales sont un symptôme courant de la dysenterie amibienne.

Crohn's disease

a chronic inflammatory bowel condition causing abdominal pain, diarrhea, and other symptoms with potential complications throughout the body

la maladie de Crohn

la maladie de Crohn

ulcerative colitis

a chronic inflammation of the colon and rectum, causing abdominal pain, diarrhea, and rectal bleeding

colite ulcéreuse, rectocolite hémorragique

colite ulcéreuse, rectocolite hémorragique

Ex: The doctor diagnosed him with ulcerative colitis after assessing his symptoms. 

Le médecin l'a diagnostiqué avec une colite ulcéreuse après avoir évalué ses symptômes.

hernia
hernia
[nom]

a condition in which part of an organ squeezes through an opening in the muscle or tissue that holds it in place

hernie

hernie

volvulus

a medical condition characterized by the abnormal twisting of the gastrointestinal tract, causing bowel obstruction

volvulus, torsion intestinale

volvulus, torsion intestinale

Ex: Symptoms of volvulus may include nausea, vomiting, and constipation. 

Les symptômes du volvulus peuvent inclure des nausées, des vomissements et de la constipation.

intestinal obstruction

a blockage in the normal flow of the intestines, causing symptoms like abdominal pain and vomiting

occlusion intestinale, obstruction intestinale

occlusion intestinale, obstruction intestinale

Ex: Avoiding certain foods can help prevent intestinal obstruction. 

Éviter certains aliments peut aider à prévenir l'obstruction intestinale.

malabsorption

a condition where the digestive system fails to properly absorb nutrients from food

malabsorption

malabsorption

Ex: She experiences symptoms indicating malabsorption. 

Elle présente des symptômes indiquant une malabsorption.

pancreatitis

the inflammation of the pancreas, often causing abdominal pain and digestive complications

pancréatite

pancréatite

Ex: Pancreatitis can result from excessive alcohol consumption. 

La pancréatite peut résulter d'une consommation excessive d'alcool.

ascending cholangitis

a severe bacterial infection in the bile ducts, causing fever, jaundice, and abdominal pain, requiring urgent medical attention

cholangite ascendante, angiocholite ascendante

cholangite ascendante, angiocholite ascendante

cholelithiasis

the formation of gallstones in the gallbladder

cholélithiase,  lithiase biliaire

cholélithiase, lithiase biliaire

Ex: Cholelithiasis is when gallstones form in the gallbladder. 

La cholélithiase est la formation de calculs biliaires dans la vésicule biliaire.

impaction

the blockage of material in the digestive tract, disrupting normal flow

impaction, blocage

impaction, blocage

Ex: Fiber helps prevent bowel impaction. 

Les fibres aident à prévenir l'impaction intestinale.

jaundice

a medical condition in which one's skin or the whites in one's eyes turn yellow, caused by a liver disease or blockage of the bile duct

jaunisse

jaunisse

Ex: Jaundice can be an early warning sign of serious liver problems. 

La jaunisse peut être un signe précoce d'avertissement de problèmes hépatiques graves.

irritable bowel syndrome

a common bowel disorder that is characterized by diarrhea or constipation and is often tied to stress or worry

syndrome du côlon irritable

syndrome du côlon irritable

dysentery

an infection in one's intestines that causes severe diarrhea containing blood or mucus

dysenterie

dysenterie

dyspepsia

a severe or recurring pain localized in the upper abdomen and characterized by nausea, bloating, or vomiting

dyspepsie

dyspepsie

constipation

a medical condition in which one has difficulty emptying one's bowels

constipation

constipation

hookworm disease

a parasitic condition in which hookworms attach to the lining of the small intestine, causing abdominal pain, anemia, and fatigue

ankylostomose, maladie des ankylostomes

ankylostomose, maladie des ankylostomes

Ex: The doctor diagnosed her with hookworm disease. 

Le médecin l'a diagnostiquée avec la maladie des ankylostomes.

enteritis

a medical condition marked by inflammation of the small intestine, often causing symptoms like abdominal cramps, diarrhea, and occasionally fever

entérite

entérite

Ex: Diarrhea from enteritis can lead to dehydration due to the loss of water. 

La diarrhée due à l'entérite peut entraîner une déshydratation en raison de la perte d'eau.

gastroenteritis

the inflammation of the stomach and intestines, causing symptoms like diarrhea and vomiting due to infections

gastro-entérite

gastro-entérite

Ex: Wash hands thoroughly to prevent the spread of gastroenteritis. 

Lavez-vous soigneusement les mains pour éviter la propagation de la gastro-entérite.

diarrhea

a medical condition in which body waste turns to liquid and comes out frequently

diarrhée

diarrhée

Ex: Viral infections, bacterial infections, and food poisoning are common causes of acute diarrhea. 

Les infections virales, les infections bactériennes et les intoxications alimentaires sont des causes courantes de diarrhée aiguë.

biliary colic

sudden, severe abdominal pain caused by temporary blockage of the bile ducts, often due to gallstones

colique biliaire

colique biliaire

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