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Anasarca

Definition:

Anasarca is a medical condition characterized by generalized swelling of the body due to excessive accumulation of fluid in the deep layers of the skin and tissues.

Parts of speech:

• Noun - singular: anasarca, plural: anasarca

Senses:

Sense 1:

A medical condition characterized by generalized swelling due to fluid retention.

Example sentences:

• Her anasarca caused her legs, arms, and face to become extremely swollen.
• Severe anasarca can be indicative of an underlying health issue.

Sense 2:

A popular term used locally to describe excessive swelling of the body.

Example sentence:

• In the local community, they refer to this condition as anasarca.

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