epistaxis
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of epistaxis
1785–95; < Greek epístaxis a dripping, equivalent to epi- epi- + stag-, stem of stázein to drip, drop + -sis -sis
Example Sentences
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Epistaxis may indicate a nasal or sinus AVM.
From New York Times • Mar. 13, 2018
Epistaxis, even when copious, often occurs in favorable cases, but hemorrhage from the stomach or the kidneys is usually, though not invariably, followed by death.
From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various
Epistaxis is, however, the only form which is frequent enough to justify being regarded as a symptom.
From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various
Epistaxis occasionally occurs, and also venous oozing from the wound.
From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various
Epistaxis is rarely so severe as not to yield to the use of simple remedies, such as the application of ice to the forehead or back of the neck, or of styptics locally.
From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various
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