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adenitis

American

[ad-n-ahy-tis] / ˌæd nˈaɪ tɪs /

noun

Pathology.

lymphadenitis.

adenitis British

/ ˌædəˈnaɪtɪs /

noun

inflammation of a gland or lymph node

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Etymology

Origin of adenitis

First recorded in 1840–50; aden- + -itis

Example Sentences

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After being given pain relief, Rhys settled down and was discharged with a diagnosis of mesenteric adenitis - a common condition thought to be caused by a viral infection.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2024

The adenitis and peri-adenitis is of secondary nature, the irritation being in the mouth, pharynx, and nares.

From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various

Cold applied over the great vessels of the neck promptly abstracts heat from the blood, while it diminishes the pharyngitis, adenitis, and cellulitis; which is an important gain.

From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various

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