tenosynovitis
Definition
- Noun:
- A medical condition: "tenosynovitis" is the inflammation of a tendon and its surrounding synovial sheath. This sheath is a protective, fluid-filled covering that allows the tendon to move smoothly.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The pianist was diagnosed with tenosynovitis in her wrist.
- Repetitive strain from typing can lead to tenosynovitis.
- Treatment for tenosynovitis often includes rest and anti-inflammatory medication.
Advanced Usage
- Specific Types: The term can be modified to specify a location or cause.
- De Quervain's tenosynovitis affects the tendons on the thumb side of the wrist.
- Infectious tenosynovitis is caused by a bacterial infection and requires urgent care.
Variants and Related Words
- Tenovaginitis (n): A synonym for tenosynovitis.
- Tendinitis/Tendonitis (n): Inflammation of the tendon itself, which is a related but distinct condition from tenosynovitis.
- Synovitis (n): Inflammation of a synovial membrane, such as the sheath involved in tenosynovitis.
Synonyms
- Tendosynovitis: An alternate spelling and synonym.
- Tendovaginitis: Another medical term for the same condition.
Related Phrases
- Stenosing tenosynovitis: A form where the sheath thickens, constricting the tendon's movement (e.g., trigger finger).
- Acute tenosynovitis: A sudden, severe onset of the condition.
Noun
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inflammation of a tendon and its enveloping sheath
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