Angiorrhea

/ˌændʒioʊˈriːə/ noun

Definition

An abnormal or excessive flow or discharge from blood vessels, particularly a slow or chronic bleeding condition.

Etymology

From Greek 'angion' (vessel) + 'rhea' (flow, discharge). Unlike the sudden bursting of angiorrhagia, this term emphasizes continuous or chronic seepage.

Kelly Says

Where angiorrhagia is dramatic and sudden, angiorrhea is the sneaky medical problem—constant, barely noticeable bleeding that adds up over time and can cause anemia without the patient realizing what's happening.

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