Origin: Greek suffix -ology
Rheumatology has 2 different meanings across 1 category:
the branch of medicine dealing with the study and treatment of pathologies of the muscles or tendons or joints
"After my knee pain worsened, I decided to see a specialist in rheumatology who focuses specifically on joint disorders."
The branch of medicine specializing in arthritis and other ailments of the joints.
"After years of pain, Sarah finally found relief after consulting a rheumatologist who specialized in treating her severe joint inflammation."