thecitis

/θiːˈsɪtɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of inflammatory disease of the gallbladder or bile duct, often causing pain and jaundice.

“The patient was diagnosed with thecitis, a condition that required immediate medical attention.”

2. noun

a type of inflammation of the gallbladder, often caused by a bacterial infection.

“The doctor suspected thecitis in the patient and ordered further tests to confirm the diagnosis.”

Synonyms

  • cholecystitis
  • gallbladder inflammation

Antonyms

  • gallbladder health
  • normal bile duct function