epicolic

/ɛpɪˈkɒlɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or affecting the appendix

“The epicolic pain was a warning sign that something was wrong with her appendix.”

2. noun

a type of pain or tenderness in the right lower abdomen, especially in relation to the appendix

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

3. adjective

of or relating to the appendix

“The surgeon explained that the epicolic region was the area near the appendix.”

Synonyms

  • appendicular
  • mesenteric

Antonyms

  • distant
  • unrelated