What Does Arthralgia Mean?
ar-THRAL-jee-ah
IPA: /ɑrˈθræl.dʒi.ə/
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Arthralgia is pronounced ar-THRAL-jee-ah
What does Arthralgia mean?
Arthralgia is joint pain without signs of inflammation (no redness, swelling, warmth, or limited range of motion).
How do you pronounce Arthralgia?
Arthralgia is pronounced "ar-THRAL-jee-ah". Syllables: ar - thral - jee - ah.
When is Arthralgia used in medicine?
Common in viral illnesses, Lyme disease, lupus, hypothyroidism, medication reactions, and overuse injuries. Key to document: monoarthralgia (1 joint) vs polyarthralgia (multiple).
Word Parts & Etymology
Greek rootarthronjoint
Greek suffix-algiapain
Common Misconceptions
Arthralgia (pain only) vs arthritis (pain + inflammation). Arthritis requires warmth, swelling, or synovitis. This distinction guides differential diagnosis and workup.
Clinical Context
Common in viral illnesses, Lyme disease, lupus, hypothyroidism, medication reactions, and overuse injuries. Key to document: monoarthralgia (1 joint) vs polyarthralgia (multiple).
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