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məˌtɪz noun Pathology.
1.
any disorder of the extremities or back, characterized by pain and stiffness.
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rheumatism (ˈruːməˌtɪzəm) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| arthritis Compare fibrositis any painful disorder of joints, muscles, or connective tissue | |
| [C17: from Latin rheumatismus catarrh, from Greek rheumatismos; see | |
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rheumatism
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rheumatism rheu·ma·tism (r&oomacr;'mə-tĭz'əm)
n.
Any of several pathological conditions of the muscles, tendons, joints, bones, or nerves, characterized by discomfort and disability.
rheumatoid arthritis.
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rheumatism
any of several disorders that have in common inflammation of the connective tissues, especially the muscles, joints, and associated structures. The most common symptoms are pain and stiffness. Specific diseases that are alternatively called rheumatism include rheumatoid arthritis (q.v.); rheumatic fever (q.v.); septic arthritis (q.v.) that accompanies such diseases as gonorrhea, tuberculosis, or mycotic diseases (caused by fungus); and osteoarthritis (q.v.).
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Example sentences
Sufferers of arthritis and rheumatism are treated with mud packs made from the sea bottom.
He contracted rheumatism in the hands during the war and was discharged for disabilities.
The prices are good as the belief is that it cures ailments such as arthritis and rheumatism.
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