uredema

/juːrɪˈdiːmə/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of swelling or edema caused by an accumulation of uric acid crystals in the skin, often associated with gout.

“The patient was diagnosed with uricemia, which led to a severe case of uriedema on her foot.”

2. noun

In botany, a type of blister or blister-like swelling on a plant, often caused by fungal infections.

“The gardener noticed a small uriedema on the stem of the infected rose plant.”

Synonyms

  • edema
  • hives
  • swelling

Antonyms

  • atrophy
  • shrinkage