hyperaemia
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Definition
Noun: * Increased blood flow: A medical condition characterized by an excess of blood in the vessels of an organ or a specific part of the body. This results from the dilation of blood vessels, leading to redness and warmth in the affected area.
Usage and Examples
- Noun:
- The inflammation caused noticeable hyperaemia around the wound.
- Hyperaemia is a common response to infection or injury.
- The doctor noted conjunctival hyperaemia during the eye examination.
Advanced Usage
- Active hyperaemia: Increased blood flow due to increased metabolic activity of an organ (e.g., muscles during exercise).
- Passive hyperaemia (congestion): Increased blood volume due to impaired venous outflow from an area.
Variants and Related Words
- Hyperemic (adjective): Pertaining to or affected by hyperaemia.
- The tissue appeared hyperemic and swollen.
- Congestion: Often used synonymously with passive hyperaemia.
Synonyms
- Engorgement
- Congestion (specifically for passive hyperaemia)
Noun
- increased blood in an organ or other body part