topalgia

/tɒˈpældʒə/

Definitions

1. noun

a rare or obsolete term referring to a type of chest pain or discomfort, often described as a dull ache or heaviness in the chest

“The patient’s doctor noted the unusual occurrence of topalgia in conjunction with the heart condition.”

2. noun

a rare or obsolete term referring to a type of pain or discomfort in the head or neck

“The patient complained of a severe topalgia in the neck area after the car accident.”

Synonyms

  • pectoralgia
  • thoracalgia

Antonyms

  • euphoria
  • happiness