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Inflamation of the intestine, typically the large intestine. Gastroenteritis can be caused by anything that inflames the stomach and small intestine. (1) Most cases are caused by a virus infection such as norovirus or rotavirus. (2) Fewer are caused by bacterial infection such as salmonella or escherichia coli. (3) Ingestion of toxic chemicals or poisons. (4) Adverse reaction to a medication. (5) Autoimmune (allergic) reaction to a food substance. (6) Intestinal parasites.

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