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perichondritis Meaning
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perichondritis (n.)
Inflammation of the perichondrium.
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Inflammation of the perichondrium.
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Perichondritis, an inflammation of the cartilage-covering perichondrium, can lead to severe pain and swelling.
The most common site of perichondritis is the ear, particularly in wrestlers and boxers.
Staphylococcus aureus, a bacterium, is the most frequent cause of perichondritis.
Perichondritis can be treated with antibiotics and surgical drainage if necessary.
