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Pseudocyesis (Noun)

Meaning

Physiological state in which a woman exhibits symptoms of pregnancy but is not pregnant.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Examples

  • The patient's pseudocyesis was diagnosed after a series of negative pregnancy tests and ultrasounds.
  • Pseudocyesis is a rare condition that can be caused by a combination of psychological and physiological factors.
  • The woman's pseudocyesis was so convincing that even her family and friends believed she was expecting a baby.
  • In some cases of pseudocyesis, women may experience physical symptoms such as morning sickness and weight gain.
  • The doctor suspected pseudocyesis when the patient's reported due date kept changing and she showed no signs of fetal development.

Synonyms

  • False Pregnancy

Hypernyms

  • Physiological Condition
  • Physical Condition
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