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Hemorrhaging: meaning, definitions and examples

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hemorrhaging

 

[ หˆhษ›m.ษ™.rษชdส’.ษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

medical condition

Hemorrhaging refers to the loss of blood from the circulatory system, which can occur internally or externally. It is often a serious medical issue that requires immediate attention, as excessive blood loss can lead to shock or death. Hemorrhaging can be caused by various factors, including trauma, surgery, or underlying medical conditions. Identifying the source and controlling the bleeding is crucial in managing this condition.

Synonyms

bleeding, blood loss, seepage.

Examples of usage

  • The patient was hemorrhaging after the accident.
  • Emergency medical services rushed to stop the hemorrhaging.
  • The doctor was concerned about the internal hemorrhaging.
  • He lost a lot of blood, indicating severe hemorrhaging.

Translations

Translations of the word "hemorrhaging" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น hemorragia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเค•เฅเคคเคธเฅเคฐเคพเคต

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Blutung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ hemoragik

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบั€ะพะฒะพั‚ะตั‡ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ krwotok

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ‡บ่ก€

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท hรฉmorragie

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ hemorragia

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kanama

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ถœํ˜ˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ุฒูŠู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ krvรกcenรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ krvรกcanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‡บ่ก€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ krvavitev

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ blรฆรฐing

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะฝ ะบะตั‚ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ˜แƒกแƒฎแƒšแƒ˜แƒก แƒ’แƒแƒชแƒ”แƒ›แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qanaxma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ hemorragia

Etymology

The term 'hemorrhaging' comes from the Greek word 'haima,' meaning 'blood,' combined with the verb 'rhegnumi,' which means 'to break or burst.' Historically, this term has been part of the medical vocabulary since the late 18th century. The prefix 'hemo-' has been utilized in various medical contexts to denote relationships to blood, emphasizing the importance of blood circulation in the body. Over time, the understanding of hemorrhaging has evolved, as medical technology and knowledge have advanced, allowing for better diagnosis, treatment, and management of blood loss conditions. In modern medicine, hemorrhaging can range from minor injuries to life-threatening situations, influencing treatment protocols and emergency response strategies.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,132 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.