anacidity (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌænəsˈɪdɪti/
Definition
A lack of acid in the stomach, often leading to digestive issues such as bloating and discomfort.
Examples
The doctor diagnosed the patient with anacidity and prescribed medication to increase stomach acid production.
Anacidity can be a side effect of certain medications, such as antacids and proton pump inhibitors.
How to Use anacidity
- suffer from anacidity (collocation)
- to experience symptoms of anacidity — "The patient suffered from anacidity and required treatment to manage her symptoms."
- diagnose with anacidity (collocation)
- to determine that someone has anacidity — "The doctor diagnosed the patient with anacidity and prescribed medication to increase stomach acid production."
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