TENESMUS
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Tenesmus.
Tenesmus - as a noun
Painful spasm of the anal sphincter along with an urgent desire to defecate without the significant production of feces; associated with irritable bowel syndrome
Example Sentences
"Patients with ulcerative colitis often experience tenesmus as a result of the disease."
"In cases of infectious diarrhea, tenesmus is a frequent complaint."
"Some individuals with irritable bowel syndrome may report tenesmus as one of their symptoms."
"Proctitis, an inflammation of the rectum, commonly presents with tenesmus."
"Treatment of the underlying cause is essential to alleviate tenesmus."
Word Game Points
Is TENESMUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tenesmus is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TENESMUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is TENESMUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tenesmus is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTENESMUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is TENESMUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tenesmus is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTENESMUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
