periostitis

Meanings

• Inflammation of the periosteum, the outer covering of bones.

  - "The patient presented with periostitis, characterized by swelling, redness, and severe pain along the affected bone."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with periostitis
periosteum , periosteal , periosteum's , periosteal's

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Homophones

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1. periostitis () :
   

2. peristalsis () :
   

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Variants

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periostitides , periostitis , periostitises

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Forms

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Etymology

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The term 'periostitis' is derived from the Greek words 'periosteon' (outer covering of a bone) and 'itis' (inflammation).

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Related Concepts

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1. Osteitis: Inflammation of the bone itself, as opposed to the periosteum. Osteitis can result from various causes, including bacterial infections, fungal infections, and certain metabolic disorders.

2. Bone Marrow Infection: An infection of the bone marrow, the soft inner tissue of bones that produces new blood cells. Bone marrow infections can result from various causes, including bacterial infections, fungal infections, and certain viral infections.

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Culture

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[{"term"=>"Periostitis in Literature", "description"=>"Periostitis has been depicted in various works of literature. For instance, in Fyodor Dostoevsky's 'The House of the Dead', the protagonist recounts an episode involving a patient suffering from periostitis. In addition, periostitis has also been featured in medical literature, where it is discussed in detail from a clinical perspective.", "language_code"=>"fil"}, {"term"=>"Periostitis in Art", "description"=>"Periostitis has also been depicted in various works of art. For instance, in the painting 'The Night Watch' by Rembrandt van Rijn, one of the soldiers is shown with a bandaged arm, which is believed to be a representation of periostitis. In addition, periostitis has also been depicted in medical illustrations, where it is shown in detail from a clinical perspective.", "language_code"=>"fil"}]

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