Part of Speech

Noun

Phonetic Transcription

/pæŋkrɪəˈtaɪtɪs/

Meaning and Usage

Pancreatitis is a medical condition characterized by the inflammation of the pancreas. It can be either acute or chronic. Acute pancreatitis often appears suddenly, while chronic pancreatitis is a long-lasting condition that can develop over time. Common symptoms include severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, fever, and a rapid pulse. Rarely, it can be fatal if untreated. The term is commonly used in both oral and written contexts, especially in medical settings.

Frequency of use: Medium to high, primarily within medical, health, and academic discussions.

Example Sentences

1. "The patient was diagnosed with pancreatitis after experiencing severe abdominal pain."

2. (El paciente fue diagnosticado con pancreatitis después de experimentar un dolor abdominal severo.)

3. "Chronic pancreatitis can lead to long-term complications if not managed properly."

4. (La pancreatitis crónica puede llevar a complicaciones a largo plazo si no se maneja adecuadamente.)

5. "Dietary changes can help manage symptoms of pancreatitis."

6. (Los cambios en la dieta pueden ayudar a manejar los síntomas de la pancreatitis.)

Idiomatic Expressions

While "pancreatitis" is a medical term and doesn't commonly appear in idiomatic expressions, several phrases can be related to the health context. Here are some examples:

1. "He’s been in and out of the hospital for pancreatitis; it's a constant battle for him."

2. (Ha estado entrando y saliendo del hospital por pancreatitis; es una batalla constante para él.)

3. "Living with chronic pancreatitis means adjusting your lifestyle significantly."

4. (Vivir con pancreatitis crónica significa ajustar significativamente tu estilo de vida.)

5. "Dealing with an acute attack of pancreatitis can put you on the edge."

6. (Lidiar con un ataque agudo de pancreatitis puede llevarte al límite.)

Etymology

The term "pancreatitis" comes from the Greek "pancreas," which refers to the pancreas organ itself, combined with the Greek suffix "-itis," meaning inflammation. The term has been used in English medical literature since the 19th century.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Pancreatic inflammation - Pancreatic illness

Antonyms: - Pancreatitis does not have direct antonyms, but in terms of health conditions, one might refer to "pancreatic health" or "wellness of the pancreas" as a contrasting concept.