hyperemia

/haɪˌpərɪˈmiːə/

Definitions

1. noun

a state of blood vessels being dilated and filled with more blood than normal, often resulting in redness, swelling, or warmth of the skin.

“The doctor examined the patient’s skin to diagnose the cause of the hyperemia in her cheek.”

Synonyms

  • erythema
  • inflammation

Antonyms

  • anemia