In the Word Polyarthritis?

Polyarthritis is present when four or more joints in the body become painful and inflamed. ... The name polyarthritis comes from two Greek words: “poly,” meaning “many, much” “arthron,” meaning “joint”

What is the prefix of polyarthritis?

[poly- + G. arthron, joint, + -itis, inflammation]

What does the word polyarthritis mean?

Polyarthritis is a term used when five or more joints are affected with joint pain. There are many potential causes, so symptoms can vary widely from person to person. Polyarthritis can present as acute episodes or it may become chronic, lasting for more than six weeks.

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