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osteoarthritis

/ˌɒs.ti.əʊ.ɑːˈθraɪ.tɪs/

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noun

/ˌɒs.ti.əʊ.ɑːˈθraɪ.tɪs/C1formalmedical
  • ruХроническое заболевание, связанное с постепенным разрушением хряща в суставах, часто возникающее после среднего возраста и являющееся наиболее распространённой формой артрита.

A chronic medical condition involving the gradual deterioration of cartilage in the joints, commonly occurring after middle age and representing the most frequent form of arthritis.

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  1. Joint diseaseB2formalmedical

    A chronic condition characterized by the gradual breakdown of cartilage in the joints, leading to pain and stiffness, most commonly occurring after middle age.

    ruЗаболевание суставов

    • Osteoarthritis often affects the knees, hips, and hands.
    • The doctor recommended exercise to manage her osteoarthritis symptoms.
    • Many older adults experience some degree of osteoarthritis.

    Synonymsdegenerative arthritisdegenerative joint disease

Forms
  • osteoarthritides plural form
  • osteoarthritises plural form
  • osteoarthritides' possessive plural form
  • osteoarthritises' possessive plural form
  • osteoarthritis's possessive singular form