rheumatic

Meanings

• adjective

  Pertaining to or affecting the rheumatic system, which includes the muscles, joints, and bones.

• adjective

  Relating to or characterized by rheumatism, a disorder of the muscles and joints.

• noun

  A condition marked by inflammation or pain in the joints, muscles, or fibrous tissue.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with rheumatic
rhythmic , athletic , dramatic , hypnotic

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Variants

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rheumatic , rheumatically , rheumatics , rheumatic fever , rheumatic fevers

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'rheumatikos', meaning 'flowing', due to the fluid buildup in joints during inflammation.

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Trivia

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1. Rheumatoid arthritis affects approximately 1.3 million Americans.

2. Gout affects about 8.3 million Americans.

3. The first recorded descriptions of rheumatic conditions date back to ancient Egypt.

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Related Concepts

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1. Rheumatoid Arthritis: An autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the synovial membranes, resulting in pain, swelling, and damage to the joints.

2. Gout: A form of arthritis caused by the buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints, leading to inflammation, pain, and damage.

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Culture

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Rheumatic conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis and gout, have been a significant focus of medical research and treatment. In literature, these conditions have been portrayed in various ways, from tragic depictions of debilitating pain to inspiring stories of perseverance.

How to Memorize "rheumatic"

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   - Imagine a joint swollen with fluid, causing pain and difficulty in movement.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'rheumatic' with the feeling of joint pain and inflammation.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the word 'rheumatic' and the image of a red, inflamed joint.

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