Clitoritis

/ˌklɪtərˈaɪtɪs/ noun

Definition

Medical inflammation of the clitoris; another term for clitoriditis.

Etymology

From clitoris + Greek -itis meaning 'inflammation.' This is an alternative form to clitoriditis, showing how medical terminology can have multiple acceptable versions.

Kelly Says

Medical terminology sometimes has multiple correct names for the same condition, which can confuse patients but reflects how medicine evolves as doctors propose new terms over time.

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