Toxemia (Noun)

Meaning 1

An abnormal condition of pregnancy characterized by hypertension and edema and protein in the urine.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Examples

  • Toxemia of pregnancy can cause severe complications for both the mother and the baby if left untreated.
  • Preeclampsia is a type of toxemia that can occur during pregnancy, and it is often associated with high blood pressure and damage to organs such as the kidneys and liver.
  • Women with a history of toxemia in a previous pregnancy are at a higher risk of developing the condition again in a subsequent pregnancy.
  • Symptoms of toxemia may include headaches, blurred vision, and swelling of the hands and feet, and if not promptly treated, can lead to serious complications.
  • Toxemia can also increase the risk of placental abruption, which is a serious condition that occurs when the placenta separates from the uterus before childbirth.

Synonyms

  • Toxemia Of Pregnancy
  • Toxaemia Of Pregnancy
  • Toxaemia

Hypernyms

  • Unwellness
  • Sickness
  • Illness

Hyponyms

  • Eclampsia
  • Pre-eclampsia
  • Preeclampsia

Meaning 2

Blood poisoning caused by bacterial toxic substances in the blood.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Examples

  • The patient was diagnosed with toxemia after a severe bacterial infection spread to her bloodstream.
  • Toxemia can occur when bacteria such as E. coli or Staphylococcus aureus enter the bloodstream and release toxic substances.
  • The doctor explained that the patient's high fever and chills were symptoms of toxemia caused by the bacterial infection.
  • If left untreated, toxemia can lead to septic shock, organ failure, and even death.
  • The medical team worked quickly to administer antibiotics to combat the toxemia and prevent further complications.

Synonyms

  • Toxaemia

Hypernyms

  • Septicemia
  • Septicaemia
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