orchitis
Americannoun
noun
Other Word Forms
- orchitic adjective
Etymology
Origin of orchitis
From New Latin, dating back to 1790–1800; see origin at orchi-, -itis
Example Sentences
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Ramasamy said that while orchitis and erectile dysfunction have not been linked to coronavirus vaccines, there is someevidence suggesting they could be associated with a COVID-19 infection.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 17, 2021
Finally, after the suffering became intolerable, he relented, was examined, and was told that he was suffering from orchitis, an inflammation of the testicle.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
The pounded bark is applied locally in orchitis and epididymitis.
From The Medicinal Plants of the Philippines by Thomas, Jerome Beers
The course of bilateral orchitis is longer by forty-eight hours than that of the unilateral form, and the attending fever is more intense.
From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various
Dr. Head said: With orchitis or prostatitis, we also occasionally find that the patient complains of a pain at the epigastrium, representing the stomach area.
From Psychotherapy by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)
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