METRITIS Meaning and
Definition
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Metritis is a medical condition characterized by the inflammation and infection of the lining of the uterus, known as the endometrium. It is a common condition observed mainly in postpartum cows, although it can also affect other animals, including horses, pigs, and occasionally humans.
The inflammation of the endometrium can be caused by various factors, such as bacterial, fungal, or viral infections, as well as physical trauma during childbirth. Metritis can lead to symptoms like fever, vaginal discharge (often foul-smelling and pus-like), abdominal pain, and general signs of illness. If left untreated, metritis can progress to a more severe condition known as metritis-mastitis-agalactia syndrome (MMA syndrome), where inflammation spreads to other reproductive organs.
Diagnosis of metritis typically involves physical examination, including rectal palpation, as well as analysis of vaginal discharge and blood samples. Treatment usually consists of administering antibiotics to eliminate the infection and control the inflammation. Additionally, supportive care may be required to help the affected animal recover, such as fluid therapy, anti-inflammatory medication, and temperature management.
Prevention of metritis involves proper hygiene and management practices during and after childbirth. This includes ensuring clean and sterile birthing environments, prompt removal of fetal membranes, and monitoring the animal for any signs of infection. Regular veterinary check-ups and timely treatment of any reproductive issues are also important in preventing metritis.
Common Misspellings for METRITIS
- netritis
- ketritis
- jetritis
- mwtritis
- mstritis
- mdtritis
- mrtritis
- m4tritis
- m3tritis
- merritis
- mefritis
- megritis
- meyritis
- me6ritis
- me5ritis
- meteitis
- metditis
- metfitis
- mettitis
Etymology of METRITIS
The word "metritis" comes from the combination of two Greek roots: "meta" and "itis".
The root "meta" denotes a change or transformation, while the root "itis" refers to inflammation.
Thus, "metritis" literally means "inflammation of the uterus" and is commonly used to describe an inflammatory condition affecting the uterus.
Similar spelling words for METRITIS
- MEDRETES,
- moudiworts,
- Meteoroids,
- Madarotes,
- moudiwarts,
- moderatos,
- maturates,
- mudworts,
- MOTARDES,
- mowdiewarts,
- Maturatus,
- matroids,
- meteorite,
- meteoritic,
- MOTARDS,
- modiworts,
- mowdieworts,
- maturities,
- madworts,
- MIDRATS,
- moudieworts,
- moudiewarts,
- meteyards,
- Meteorites,
- moderates,
- midthirties,
- moderados.
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