ileitis
/ˌɪliˈaɪtɪs/
noun
- A medical condition where the ileum (the last part of the small intestine) becomes inflamed, often causing pain, diarrhea, and other digestive problems.
- Chronic ileitis can lead to complications if not treated properly.
- People with ileitis often need to follow a special diet to reduce inflammation.
- The doctor diagnosed him with ileitis after he complained of severe abdominal pain.