Synonyms of rheumatism

Noun


1. rheumatism, disease

usage: any painful disorder of the joints or muscles or connective tissues

2. rheumatoid arthritis, atrophic arthritis, rheumatism, arthritis, autoimmune disease, autoimmune disorder

usage: a chronic autoimmune disease with inflammation of the joints and marked deformities; something (possibly a virus) triggers an attack on the synovium by the immune system, which releases cytokines that stimulate an inflammatory reaction that can lead to the destruction of all components of the joint

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Definition and meaning of rheumatism (Dictionary)