Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
enterology
noun
/ˌɛn.təˈrɒl.ə.dʒi/
Definition
Enterology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the study and treatment of the intestines.
Examples
- Doctors specializing in enterology often treat conditions such as Crohn’s disease and irritable bowel syndrome.
- Her interest in enterology developed during her internship at a gastroenterology clinic.
Meaning
It deals with diseases and disorders affecting the intestinal tract, which includes the small and large intestines.
Synonyms
- Gastroenterology
- Intestinal medicine
- Gut health
