Rheumatism
noun, Pathology.
1.
any disorder of the extremities or back, characterized by pain and stiffness.
2.
rheumatic fever.
noun
1.
any painful disorder of joints, muscles, or connective tissue Compare arthritis, fibrositis
rheumatism rheu·ma·tism (rōō’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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