appendalgia

/æpəndælˈdʒiːə/

Definitions

1. noun

a rare or obsolete term for a severe form of abdominal pain, particularly in the lower abdomen, often caused by appendicitis.

“The patient was diagnosed with appendalgia and underwent emergency surgery.”

Synonyms

  • abdominal pain
  • appendicitis

Antonyms

  • comfort
  • relief