Definition

Relating to or affected by a condition that causes inflammation of the pleura, which are the membranes surrounding the lungs.

Example

The patient was diagnosed with pleuritic pain, indicating inflammation in the chest area.

Conversation

I heard Sarah has been feeling really bad lately.

Yeah, she mentioned something about having pleuritic pain in her chest.

That sounds serious; I hope she gets better soon.

Me too! I’ll check in on her and see how she's doing.

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Root Explanation

Pleuritic → It is formed from "pleura" (from Greek "pleura", meaning rib or side) and the suffix "-itic" (meaning relating to or characterized by). The word "pleuritic" refers to a condition relating to the pleura, which is the membrane surrounding the lungs.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'pleura' which refers to the rib or side, and remember that 'pleuritic' describes something related to that area, particularly in the context of lung conditions.

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