noun
- Plural of hyperemia; abnormal increase of blood in the vessels of a body part or organ.
Usage: Medical/anatomical term; Often used in clinical and pathological contexts
Examples
- The patient's skin showed signs of hyperemias in the affected areas.
- Hyperemias can result from inflammation or increased metabolic activity.
- The doctor noted several hyperemias during the physical examination.
- Active hyperemias occur when blood vessels dilate and increase blood flow.
- Passive hyperemias may develop when venous drainage is impaired.