Pleuritic
/plɔˈrɪtɪk/adjective
Relating to the pleura; often used to describe pain that is sharp and worsens with breathing movements.
The patient reported a pleuritic pain that intensified when taking deep breaths.
Usage tips
Formal
pleuritic chest pain, pleuritic breathing, pleuritic symptoms
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context
In clinical discussions, 'pleuritic' often appears in relation to respiratory issues. Example: 'A pleuritic presentation is common in pneumonia cases.'
Pro Tip 2/3Describing Symptoms
In patient communication, it conveys specific types of pain. Example: 'Describing your pain as pleuritic helps the doctor understand its nature.'
Pro Tip 3/3Differentiating Conditions
It helps differentiate between types of chest pain. Example: 'Pleuritic pain is distinct from cardiac pain due to its sharp quality.'
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pleurisypneumonia
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