lymphatism

/ˈlɪmfətɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A state characterized by the presence of lymph or an abnormal accumulation of lymph in body tissues, often due to a pathological condition.

“The patient was diagnosed with lymphatism after the swelling in her neck did not subside.”

Synonyms

  • lymphatic obstruction
  • lymphedema

Antonyms

  • hypolymphism
  • lymphopenia