hyperemia
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As a consequence of the persistent hyperemia, too many trophic impulses are sent down.
From Psychotherapy by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)
The usual excuse for not wearing wool is that it produces hyperemia of the skin with itchy discomfort, but this, as a rule, is only passing and is due to unaccustomedness.
From Psychotherapy by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)
The physical effect is a considerable hyperemia, but the effect upon the patient's mind is especially interesting, the unusualness of the mode of application adding decidedly to the effect.
From Psychotherapy by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)
According to the doctrine, lesions are always accompanied in nature by hyperemia, “the most widespread of auto-curative agents.”
From Bloodletting Instruments in the National Museum of History and Technology by Appel, Toby
As the blood vessels of the pia mater are the principal source of supply to the spinal cord, hyperemia of the cord and of the meninges usually go together.
From Special Report on Diseases of the Horse by Michener, Charles B.
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