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How do you spell Tendinitis?

Correct spelling

tendinitis

Remember: tendin-ITIS uses Latin 'tendin' not 'tendon' plus Greek 'itis'

Why is tendinitis spelled this way?

From Latin tendo (tendon) + Greek itis (inflammation). Also spelled 'tendonitis' — both are accepted, but tendinitis is technically preferred in medical literature.

Common misspellings of tendinitis

tendonitistendinitistendenitistendinitus

Example

The tennis player developed tendinitis in her elbow from repetitive motion.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell tendinitis?+
The correct spelling is "tendinitis". Remember: tendin-ITIS uses Latin 'tendin' not 'tendon' plus Greek 'itis'
Is it tendonitis or tendinitis?+
The correct spelling is "tendinitis", not "tendonitis".

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