Pleurite

Meaning of the word

Pleuritis is an inflammation of the pleura, which is the membrane that covers the lungs and the thoracic cavity. This condition can cause chest pain and difficulty breathing.

Origin of the word

The word “pleuritis” originates in the Greek “pleuritēs”, which means “inflammation of pleura”.

Word adverbs

– pleuritically

Conjunctions of the word

– AND
– or
– But
– Although

Synonyms of the word

– Pleurisia
– Pleural inflammation

Word Definitions

– inflammation of the pleura, membrane that coat the lungs and the thoracic cavity.
– Condition that causes chest pain and difficulty breathing.

Phrases that the word applies

– “Pleuritis can be caused by respiratory infections.”
– “chest pain is a common symptom of pleuritis.”
– “Pleuritis can be treated with anti-inflammatory drugs.”

Examples of the word in text

– “The patient was diagnosed with pleuritis after having chest pain and fever.”
– “Pleuritis can be a complication of diseases such as pneumonia and tuberculosis.”
– “Treatment of pleuritis usually involves rest and medications to relieve inflammation.”

Rhymes with the word

– Doritis
– AcceleRITE
– Apparitis
– CEFALITE

Anagrams with the word

– Piretule
– Pulleter