Bradystalsis

/ˌbrædɪˈstælsɪs/ noun

Definition

An abnormally slow movement of food through the digestive system, often causing discomfort or digestive problems.

Etymology

From Greek 'bradys' meaning 'slow' and 'stalsis' meaning 'contraction' or 'peristalsis.' This medical term combines ancient Greek roots to describe the sluggish contractions of the digestive tract that move food along.

Kelly Says

Your digestive system is constantly doing a wave-like squeeze called peristalsis—but when it gets lazy, doctors call it bradystalsis, which is basically your gut moving in slow-motion and causing all sorts of backup problems.

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