distension

Noun

Meaning

Same as Distention.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

dilatation distention addition development growth increase obesity hydrocephalus carbuncle spread expansion extension inflation strain stretch

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Antonyms

period lack isthmus phase reduction compression

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Hypernyms

expansion enlargement physical condition physiological condition physiological state

Hyponyms

ectasis ectasia tympanites varicocele

Phrases with the word

hepatic distension ovarian distension abdominal distension

Anagrams

dissention tendinosis

Examples

Bloating, abdominal distension and pain Patients may complain of bloating as abdominal distension, discomfort and pain from "trapped wind". Source: Internet

As the disease progresses, nonspecific findings can include free pelvic fluid, endometrial thickening, uterine cavity distension by fluid or gas. Source: Internet

In conclusion, abdominal distension, pain and bloating symptoms are the result of abnormal intestinal gas dynamics rather than increased flatus production. Source: Internet

No meconium is passed, and abdominal distension and vomiting appear soon after birth. Source: Internet

There are five general symptoms related to intestinal gas: pain, bloating and abdominal distension, excessive flatus volume, excessive flatus smell and gas incontinence. Source: Internet

The fasting group saw improvements in 7 of 10 markers, including abdominal pain, abdominal distension, diarrhea, anorexia, nausea, anxiety, and general interference with life. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

distender distensibility distensible distensive distent distention