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myositis

/maɪˈɒsɪtɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does myositis mean?

noun

Inflammation of a muscle or a group of muscles. This can be caused by injury, infection, or other factors.

Example

"The doctor diagnosed the patient with myositis, which required immediate treatment to prevent further damage."

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