Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
myalgia
Noun
/maɪˈæl.dʒə/
Definition
Myalgia is pain that occurs in the muscle tissues.
Examples
- After working out too hard, he experienced severe myalgia in his legs.
- Myalgia can often be a symptom of various viral infections.
Meaning
The term refers specifically to the discomfort or pain experienced in the muscles. It can be caused by various factors including strain, injury, or diseases that affect muscle function.
Synonyms
- muscle pain
- muscular pain
- myodynia
