Gastrorrhea

/ˌɡæstroʊˈriːə/ noun

Definition

Excessive secretion of gastric juices or mucus by the stomach, often causing discomfort.

Etymology

From Greek 'gastro-' (stomach) + 'rrhea' (flow or discharge). The double 'r' and '-ea' ending indicate it's a condition involving excessive fluid discharge.

Kelly Says

The stomach produces different secretions at different times—when you smell delicious food, your brain actually signals your stomach to start producing acid even before you eat!

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