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Hyperemia

Description:

Hyperemia refers to the increased flow of blood to a particular region or organ in the body, typically resulting from dilation of blood vessels. It can occur as a normal physiological response or as a clinical symptom of various medical conditions.

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

Sense 1:

A condition characterized by an excessive amount of blood in a specific area of the body.

Example:

The doctor diagnosed the patient with hyperemia in his left leg, caused by a blocked blood vessel.

Sense 2:

A physiological response that involves increased blood flow to a specific organ or tissue due to local vasodilation.

Example:

After intense exercise, hyperemia occurs in the muscles as part of the recovery process.

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