esophagitis
/ɪˌsɑfəˈdʒaɪtɪs/
noun
- Inflammation or irritation of the esophagus, often causing pain, difficulty swallowing, or heartburn.
- Doctors often recommend dietary changes to help heal esophagitis.
- Chronic acid reflux can lead to esophagitis if left untreated.
- The patient was diagnosed with esophagitis after complaining of a burning sensation in the chest.