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Definition of «hemorrhage»

Hemorrhage is a medical term that refers to excessive bleeding or blood loss. It can occur internally, such as when a blood vessel bursts and causes blood to flow into the surrounding tissues, or externally, such as when a wound won't stop bleeding. Hemorrhages can be caused by various factors including injury, illness, or medication side effects. The severity of hemorrhage can vary from mild to severe and can result in serious health complications if not treated promptly.

Usage examples

  1. He suffered a severe hemorrhage after being involved in a car accident.
  2. The patient was rushed to the emergency room due to a cerebral hemorrhage.
  3. Internal bleeding can lead to hemorrhage, which can be life-threatening if not treated promptly.
  4. The surgeon successfully stopped the hemorrhage during the operation.
  5. The doctor explained that high blood pressure can increase the risk of hemorrhage in the brain.
  6. The gunshot wound caused significant hemorrhage and required immediate medical intervention.
  7. Hemorrhage can occur as a complication of certain medical conditions, such as liver disease or hemophilia.
  8. The nurse applied pressure to the wound to control the hemorrhage until the doctor arrived.
  9. The paramedics were able to stabilize the patient and control the hemorrhage before reaching the hospital.

Phrases with «hemorrhage»

Sentences with «hemorrhage»

  • The epidemiology of postpartum hemorrhage in a large, nationwide sample of deliveries. (babycenter.com)
  • Xarelto, in particular, has led to bleeding, and infections, as well as brain hemorrhage in patients and their families. (elkusandsisson.com)
  • The paper, by S.S. Karuppagounder at Burke Medical Research Institute in White Plains, N.Y., and colleagues was titled, «Therapeutic targeting of oxygen - sensing prolyl hydroxylases abrogates ATF4 - dependent neuronal death and improves outcomes after brain hemorrhage in several rodent models.» (sciencedaily.com)
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