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tumefaction

[too-muh-fak-shuhn, tyoo-] / ˌtu məˈfæk ʃən, ˌtju- /




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In all cases there are the swollen, reddened, tender condition of the connecting lymphatics and the tumefaction of the lymphatic glands.

From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various

A microscopic examination of the juices from the tumefaction will show the blackleg bacillus.

From Special Report on Diseases of Cattle by United States. Bureau of Animal Industry

The lameness which follows it is accompanied with enormous tumefaction of the joint, pain, inability to bear weight upon the foot, and finally disease of the articulation.

From Special Report on Diseases of the Horse by Charles B. Michener

This tumefaction consists essentially of a cerogelatinous exudate into the subcutaneous and intermuscular tissues.

From Special Report on Diseases of Cattle by United States. Bureau of Animal Industry

Observations without record will show any fair minded person that tumefaction does cause death in the majority of cases.

From Philosophy of Osteopathy by A. T. (Andrew Taylor) Still




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