Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bronchorrhagia

noun

/ˌbrɒŋ.kəˈrædʒ.i.ə/

Definition

Bronchorrhagia is a medical term referring to the expectoration (coughing up) of blood from the bronchi, which are the main passageways of the lungs.

Examples

During the examination, the doctor noted bronchorrhagia, leading to further tests.
The patient experienced bronchorrhagia following a severe respiratory infection.

Meaning

It is a serious condition characterized by the presence of blood in sputum, indicating an underlying issue such as infection, inflammation, or injury to the respiratory system.