What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
gastralgia
Example
The patient complained of gastralgia after eating spicy food. [gastralgia: noun]
Example
The doctor diagnosed the patient with gastralgia due to the presence of inflammation in the stomach lining. [gastralgia: noun]
stomachache
Example
I have a stomachache after eating too much pizza. [stomachache: noun]
Example
She took an antacid to relieve her stomachache. [stomachache: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Stomachache is a more commonly used term than gastralgia in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between gastralgia and stomachache?
Gastralgia is a more formal term used in medical settings, while stomachache is a more informal term used in everyday language.
