| Pronunciation: | | or'kItis
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 WordNet Dictionary |
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[n] inflammation of one or both testes; characterized by pain and swelling |
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ORCHITIS is a 8 letter word that starts with O. |
| | See Also: | | inflammation, redness, rubor |
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| Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \Or*chi"tis\, n. [NL., fr. Gr. ? a testicle + -itis.]
(Med.)
Inflammation of the testicles.
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| Biology Dictionary |
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- Orchitis is an infection of the testis. It is a common (about 1 in 4) complication associated with mumps, an infection of the parotid (salivary) glands. In severe cases, sterility may result.
- Orchitis is any infection or inflammation of the testes.
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