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adenomegaly

adenomegaly

9.9
A swollen gland, usually a lymph node, that is larger than normal
  • noun
  • /ˌædəˈnoʊˌmɛɡəli/
  • Specialized
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  • The doctor diagnosed the patient with adenomegaly after noticing the swollen lymph nodes.

Examples

  • Routine examinations often help in the early detection of adenomegaly in children.

  • He has been experiencing adenomegaly for several weeks.

  • Adenomegaly can be a sign of infection or an underlying systemic disease.

  • The doctor diagnosed her with adenomegaly.

  • The doctor diagnosed the patient with adenomegaly after noticing the swollen lymph nodes.

  • Routine examinations often help in the early detection of adenomegaly in children.

  • Adenomegaly can be a sign of infection or an underlying systemic disease.

Synonyms

lymphadenopathy
vsadenomegaly
  • Specialized
1 9.9

Swelling of the lymph nodes that makes them larger than normal

is a general gland enlargement term that can apply beyond lymph nodes
adenopathy
vsadenomegaly
  • Specialized
1 9.9

Swelling of lymph nodes often in the neck or armpit

focuses on abnormal gland enlargement rather than general disease or swelling
lymphadenoma
vsadenomegaly
  • Specialized
9.9

A swollen lump in the body caused by infection or disease

is broader, covering any gland enlargement not only a single node

Surface Forms

adenomegaly singular
adenomegalies plural

Morphology

adenomegaly = adeno + megaly

The components 'adeno' and 'megaly' are not standalone English words, making the term opaque for learners.

Etymology

The word adenomegaly comes from Greek parts adeno- ('gland') and -megaly ('large' or 'enlargement'). So, it means a 'large gland' and is used when a gland such as a lymph node becomes swollen.