Enterolithiasis

/ˌɛntəroʊlɪˈθaɪəsɪs/ noun

Definition

A medical condition characterized by the formation of multiple stones or hard masses within the intestines.

Etymology

Greek 'enteron' (intestine) + 'lithos' (stone) + '-iasis' (suffix indicating a condition or disease state). The '-iasis' suffix is common for chronic conditions involving accumulation or invasion.

Kelly Says

The '-iasis' suffix shows up in 'malaria' (from 'mal' air), 'psoriasis' (dry condition), and dozens of parasitic diseases—it's ancient Greek's way of saying 'a bad situation involving something.'

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