noun
- Inflammation of the oesophagus (the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach).
Usage: Medical term; also spelled 'esophagitis' in U.S. English; Commonly caused by acid reflux, infections, or irritants
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with oesophagitis after complaining of severe chest pain and difficulty swallowing.
- Chronic acid reflux can lead to oesophagitis if left untreated.
- Oesophagitis caused by a viral infection typically resolves within a few weeks.
- The doctor prescribed medication to reduce the inflammation associated with oesophagitis.
- Symptoms of oesophagitis include heartburn, regurgitation, and pain when swallowing.