Lyme Arthritis (Noun)
Meaning
An acute inflammatory disease characterized by a rash with joint swelling and fever; caused by bacteria carried by the bite of a deer tick.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with Lyme arthritis after experiencing severe joint pain and swelling in her knees following a tick bite.
- Lyme arthritis is often misdiagnosed as other forms of arthritis due to its similar symptoms.
- The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the Lyme arthritis, which cleared up the infection within a few weeks.
- If left untreated, Lyme arthritis can lead to long-term joint damage and other serious health complications.
- Early detection and treatment of Lyme arthritis are crucial in preventing long-term damage to the joints and other organs.