Inflammation of a gland or glandular tissue, often causing swelling, pain, and reduced gland function.
From Greek 'aden' (gland) + '-itis' (inflammation). A standard medical term created in the 1800s following the Greek formula for naming inflammatory conditions.
Adenitis can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or even autoimmune conditions—it's why swollen, tender glands are one of the body's universal signals that something needs attention!
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