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Rheumatology

Definition:

Rheumatology refers to the medical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders affecting the joints, muscles, and connective tissues of the body, including arthritis, lupus, and fibromyalgia.

Senses:

1. Sense: Medical Specialty

   Rheumatology is a branch of medicine that deals with the study, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases affecting the joints and connective tissues.

   Example Sentence: The patient was referred to a rheumatology specialist for further evaluation of her persistent joint pain.

2. Sense: Rheumatism

   Rheumatology is also used to refer to the field of medicine concerned with the study and treatment of rheumatism, a condition characterized by acute or chronic pain, inflammation, and stiffness in the joints or muscles.

   Example Sentence: After years of suffering from crippling joint pain, she finally found relief through the specialized treatments offered by rheumatology.

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