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alveolitis

al·veo·li·tis

uncommon

noun

1.

inflammation in the socket of a tooth; sometimes occurs after a tooth is extracted and a blood clot fails to form

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2.

inflammation of the alveoli in the lungs caused by inhaling dust; with repeated exposure the condition may become chronic

Origin

From alveol- + -itis.

Phrases

  • alveolitis seca

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