periostitis
/ˌpɛrioʊˈstaɪtɪs/
noun
- Inflammation of the periosteum, the membrane covering bones, often causing pain and swelling.
- Runners sometimes develop periostitis in their shins from overtraining.
- The doctor diagnosed periostitis after the patient complained of a sharp pain along the shinbone.
- Rest and anti-inflammatory medication can help treat mild cases of periostitis.