radiculitis
/rəˌdɪkjəˈlaɪtɪs/
noun
- Inflammation of a nerve root, often causing pain, numbness, or weakness.
- The doctor diagnosed radiculitis after the patient complained of shooting pain down the leg.
- Treatment for radiculitis may include physical therapy and anti-inflammatory medication.
- Radiculitis can result from a herniated disc pressing on a spinal nerve.