Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rhinorrhagia
Noun
/ˌraɪ.nəˈrædʒ.i.ə/
Definition
Rhinorrhagia is a medical term that refers to profuse nasal bleeding.
Examples
- After the accident, he suffered from rhinorrhagia, prompting immediate medical attention.
- The doctor explained that rhinorrhagia can be caused by trauma, infections, or other underlying conditions.
Meaning
It describes a condition in which a person experiences a significant amount of blood loss from the nasal passages.
Synonyms
- Epistaxis
- Nosebleed
