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Splenitis

Description:

Splenitis is a medical term that refers to inflammation of the spleen. The spleen is an important organ located in the upper left side of the abdomen. Splenitis can be caused by various factors such as infections, autoimmune disorders, or trauma to the spleen. Common symptoms include abdominal pain, fever, and enlarged spleen.

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As a noun:

1. She was diagnosed with splenitis after experiencing severe abdominal pain.
2. The primary symptom of splenitis is an enlarged spleen.
3. Infections like malaria and mononucleosis can lead to splenitis.

As a verb:

1. The doctor suspects that trauma to the abdomen caused the splenitis.
2. Proper treatment is crucial to avoid complications when splenitis occurs.
3. Antibiotics are often prescribed to combat the infection causing splenitis.

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