Chondromalacia
Pronunciation: /ˈtʃɑnˈdiˈɹoʊˈmɑɫəˈsiaɪeɪ/
Chondromalacia (noun)
- A condition where joint cartilage becomes soft and damaged, often causing pain, especially around the kneecap.
Examples
- Chondromalacia causes cartilage softening under the kneecap.
- Cartilage softening can lead to pain when you bend your knee.