tumefaction

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Webster's definition of tumefaction is to swell by any fluids or solids being detained abnormally at any place in the body.

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

A moderate amount of tumefaction may disappear by resolution, but if it be considerable it seldom abates in this way, but by the tedious and exhausting process of suppuration or gangrene.

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

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

In eight instances there was decided unilateral redness of the face, and five times this was attended with noticeable tumefaction.

From Neuralgia and the Diseases that Resemble it by Anstie, Francis E.

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