1. inflammation of the esophagus, typically causing pain or difficulty swallowing
Usage: medical term; uncountable noun

Examples

• The patient was diagnosed with esophagitis after complaining of severe chest pain.
• Acid reflux can lead to esophagitis if left untreated.
• Esophagitis may cause difficulty swallowing and a burning sensation in the throat.
• The doctor prescribed medication to reduce the inflammation from esophagitis.
• Viral infections can sometimes cause esophagitis in immunocompromised patients.