tumefaction

Meanings

• noun

  The enlargement or swelling of a part of the body due to the accumulation of fluid, infection, or other causes.

  - "The patient was diagnosed with tumefaction on his leg."
  - "The tumefaction on her arm was caused by a bee sting."

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Variants

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tumefaction , tumefactions

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'tumefactus', meaning 'swollen'.

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Trivia

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1. Tumefaction is not a rare condition and can affect anyone, regardless of age or gender.

2. In ancient Egypt, tumefaction was believed to be caused by the gods and was considered a sign of divine favor.

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1. Edema: A type of tumefaction caused by the accumulation of excess fluid in the interstitial space or in the cavities of the body.

2. Inflammation: A complex biological response to injury or infection, characterized by redness, swelling, heat, and pain.

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Culture

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In medical literature, tumefaction is often used to describe swellings or growths in various parts of the body. It has been a subject of interest in medical research and diagnosis.

How to Memorize "tumefaction"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a body part swelling up like a balloon.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'tumefaction' with the word 'swelling'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'TUME' to remember the meaning: T-umor, U-nder the skin, M-assive, E-nlargement.

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