fung1 sap1 beng6風濕病风湿病
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Definition
Rheumatism; rheumatic disease.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to chronic pain or inflammation in joints and muscles, often associated with damp or cold weather in local culture. People frequently shorten it to just 風濕 when talking about the ache itself rather than the medical condition. It is common to hear elders blame their joint pain on the weather, attributing it directly to this condition.
Examples
Whenever it rains, his rheumatism flares up and he suffers a lot.
Do you have rheumatism? Why do you always complain about joint pain?
Related words
Common phrases
rheumatism flare-up
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general soreness or muscle fatigue, as it implies a chronic, recurring condition. Using it to describe a simple muscle strain after exercise is inaccurate.
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