arthralgia

[ ahr-thral-juh ]

noun

, Pathology.

1. pain in a joint.

arthralgia

/ ɑːˈθrældʒə /

noun

1. pathol pain in a joint

Derived Forms

• arˈthralgic, adjective

Other Words From

• ar·thralgic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of arthralgia¹

First recorded in 1840–50; arthr- + -algia

Example Sentences

Arthralgia—that is, pains in the joints—is also very common; it seldom occurs alone, but in combination with other symptoms.

From Project Gutenberg

The total percentage of cases of lead-poisoning, in which arthralgia occurs, varies from 32 to 57 per cent.

From Project Gutenberg