C1 noun Formal

peritendite

/ˌpɛrɪˈtɛndaɪt/

Peritendite refers to the inflammation of the peritenon, which is the thin layer of connective tissue that surrounds a tendon. It is a medical condition often caused by repetitive strain or overuse, resulting in pain, swelling, and localized tenderness in the affected area.

Examples

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1

The doctor told me that the pain in my ankle is caused by peritendite from running too much.

The doctor told me that the pain in my ankle is caused by peritendite from running too much.

2

Clinical examination of the patient revealed symptomatic peritendite of the Achilles tendon, necessitating immediate rest.

Clinical examination of the patient revealed symptomatic peritendite of the Achilles tendon, necessitating immediate rest.

3

I think I've got a touch of peritendite in my wrist from typing all day.

I think I've got a touch of peritendite in my wrist from typing all day.

Word Family

Noun
peritendite
Adjective
peritendinous
Related
peritenon
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Memory Tip

Break it down: 'Peri-' means 'around', 'tend' refers to the 'tendon', and '-ite' (like -itis) means 'inflammation'. It's the inflammation 'around the tendon'.

Quick Quiz

The athlete had to withdraw from the competition due to severe ______ of the Achilles tendon.

Correct!

The correct answer is: peritendite

Examples

1

The doctor told me that the pain in my ankle is caused by peritendite from running too much.

everyday

The doctor told me that the pain in my ankle is caused by peritendite from running too much.

2

Clinical examination of the patient revealed symptomatic peritendite of the Achilles tendon, necessitating immediate rest.

formal

Clinical examination of the patient revealed symptomatic peritendite of the Achilles tendon, necessitating immediate rest.

3

I think I've got a touch of peritendite in my wrist from typing all day.

informal

I think I've got a touch of peritendite in my wrist from typing all day.

4

Recent histological studies suggest that peritendite involves significant vascular proliferation within the paratenon layers.

academic

Recent histological studies suggest that peritendite involves significant vascular proliferation within the paratenon layers.

5

The employee's worker's compensation claim was filed under the diagnosis of work-related peritendite.

business

The employee's worker's compensation claim was filed under the diagnosis of work-related peritendite.

Word Family

Noun
peritendite
Adjective
peritendinous
Related
peritenon

Common Collocations

acute peritendite acute peritendite
chronic peritendite chronic peritendite
Achilles peritendite Achilles peritendite
symptomatic peritendite symptomatic peritendite
diagnose peritendite diagnose peritendite

Common Phrases

signs of peritendite

signs of peritendite

peritendite flare-up

peritendite flare-up

treatment for peritendite

treatment for peritendite

Often Confused With

peritendite vs tendinitis

Tendinitis is inflammation of the tendon itself, whereas peritendite is specifically inflammation of the sheath surrounding it.

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Usage Notes

This term is primarily used in medical or sports science contexts. While 'peritendinitis' is more common in modern American English, 'peritendite' appears in specific clinical literature or European medical contexts.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse this with general 'muscle pain.' It is specifically localized to the tissue covering the tendon.

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Memory Tip

Break it down: 'Peri-' means 'around', 'tend' refers to the 'tendon', and '-ite' (like -itis) means 'inflammation'. It's the inflammation 'around the tendon'.

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Word Origin

Derived from the Greek 'peri' (around), Latin 'tendo' (tendon), and the medical suffix '-itis' (inflammation), often adapted into Romance-influenced medical terminology.

Grammar Patterns

uncountable noun usually follows a preposition like 'with' or 'of'

Quick Quiz

The athlete had to withdraw from the competition due to severe ______ of the Achilles tendon.

Correct!

The correct answer is: peritendite

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