Hepatomegaly (Noun)
Meaning
Abnormal enlargement of the liver.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with hepatomegaly due to years of excessive drinking.
- Hepatomegaly is a common symptom of liver cancer, which is why doctors perform regular check-ups.
- A biopsy revealed that the hepatomegaly was caused by scarring from a previous virus.
- The combination of obesity and inactivity can lead to hepatomegaly and other liver problems.
- After months of treatment, the patient's hepatomegaly had resolved and the liver was functioning normally.