Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
detumescence
Noun
/ˌdɛtʊˈmɛsəns/
Definition
The process of subsiding from a state of swelling or engorgement.
Examples
- After the medication was administered, the detumescence of the affected area was noticeable within a few hours.
- The athlete experienced rapid detumescence following the injury, which allowed for quicker recovery.
Meaning
Detumescence refers to the reduction in size of something that has become swollen, particularly in a medical context, often related to blood flow.
Synonyms
- Reduction
- Subsidence
- Resolution
