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1. splenomegaly
noun. an abnormal enlargement of the spleen.
Sentences with splenomegaly
1. Noun, plural
Enlarged spleen, or splenomegaly, may be caused by numerous health problems, including liver disease and certain cancers 1.
2. Noun, singular or mass
Enlargement of the spleen, or splenomegaly, can also cause left upper quadrant pain, which is often described as a feeling of fullness.
3. Verb, past participle
Depending on how rapidly the spleen swells and how large it becomes, it's possible to have splenomegaly without obvious signs or symptoms 9.
4. Adjective
The medical term for an enlarged spleen is splenomegaly.
