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bursitis

[ber-sahy-tis]

noun

Pathology.
  1. inflammation of a bursa.



bursitis

/ bɜːˈsaɪtɪs /

noun

  1. inflammation of a bursa, esp one in the shoulder joint

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bursitis

  1. Inflammation of a bursa, most commonly of the shoulder. Symptoms include pain, tenderness, and limitation of motion.

bursitis

  1. Inflammation of a bursa. Common locations of bursitis include the joints of the shoulder, knee, and elbow.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of bursitis1

From New Latin, dating back to 1855–60; bursa, -itis
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Example Sentences

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Curry, listed as questionable with right knee bursitis, went through warmups and decided to play.

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It was just his second game back after missing almost two months with left heel bursitis.

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With Jarred Vanderbilt sidelined because of left heel bursitis, Reddish has been getting some extra playing time.

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Q: For many years, I have suffered with bursitis in my right shoulder.

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Walker has faced the Phillies in each of his three starts this season, which was interrupted by a stint on the injured list with right shoulder bursitis.

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