Full Definition of FUGUE. 1. a: a musical composition in which one or two themes are repeated or imitated by successively entering voices and contrapuntally developed in a continuous interweaving of the voice parts b: something that resembles a fugue especially in interweaving repetitive elements. 2.
Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis happens when the cartilage in your joints breaks down causing pain, stiffness, and swelling. Pseudogout Pseudogout is a type of arthritis similar to gout, where crystals form in the joints, causing swelling and pain.
Some reasons for swelling may be: 1  Sprained ankle or joint. 2  Sunburn. 3  Allergic reaction to insect bites or plants.  Thrombosis (blockage in 1  veins) Lymphatic obstruction.  Fractured or broken 1  bones. Dislocation of a 2  joint. Complications with pregnancy.  Tendon or 1  muscle tears. Infection.  Pre-cancerous tumor.