Synonyms for

Hematoma

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Definition

A hematoma is a solid swelling of clotted blood within the tissues.

Synonyms & similar words

haematoma bruise swelling contusion ecchymosis haematoma bloodstain hemorrhage hemorrhaging hematoma bleeding injury trauma wound hematoma

Example sentences

  1. He fell and got a big hematoma on his leg.
  2. The doctor had to drain the hematoma to relieve the pressure.
  3. A hematoma can cause pain and swelling.
  4. She had a small hematoma on her forehead from bumping into the table.
  5. The bruise on his arm turned into a hematoma.

Quotes

  • Life is a hematoma, it's painful but it heals.
  • The darkest nights produce the brightest hematoma.
  • Courage is like a hematoma; it may hurt, but it heals.

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