Enterology

/ˌɛntəˈrɑːlədʒi/ noun

Definition

The branch of medicine that focuses on the study, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases and conditions of the intestines.

Etymology

Greek 'enteron' (intestine) + '-ology' (study of, from 'logos' meaning word/reason). This term is part of a huge family of '-ology' words used across all sciences.

Kelly Says

Enterology is basically the 'small intestine specialty' while gastroenterology is the 'whole digestive system specialty'—but practically speaking, most doctors use gastroenterology to cover both.

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