Meaning of the word gastritis in English

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gastritis

US /ɡæsˈtraɪ.t̬əs/
UK /ɡæsˈtraɪ.tɪs/
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Noun

inflammation of the lining of the stomach

Example:
The doctor diagnosed him with acute gastritis.
Stress can be a contributing factor to gastritis.