arteritis
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of arteritis
First recorded in 1830–40; arter(io)- + -itis
Example Sentences
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While it is unclear how exactly Kutcher's vasculitis impaired his vision and hearing, at least one type of vasculitis, giant cell arteritis, can sometimes cause temporary or permanent blindness.
From Salon ● Aug. 10, 2022
“There is something called giant cell arteritis — an inflammation of the arteries in your brain. Same symptoms.”
From New York Times ● Dec. 15, 2021
After consulting with a doctor in March, Bargender, now 16, was diagnosed with Takayasu’s arteritis.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 31, 2017
Takayasu’s arteritis affects the aortic arch, and large arteries branching out of the heart, including those that supply blood to the arms.
From Washington Post
As judged by lesions of the aorta and iliac arteries in dissecting subjects, the conclusion that arteritis and resultant disorders are of rather frequent occurrence, is logical.
From Lameness of the Horse Veterinary Practitioners' Series, No. 1 by John Victor Lacroix
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