Fibrosis
noun
Fibrosis is a medical condition that involves the thickening and hardening of tissue in the body, often caused by injury or chronic inflammation.
Pulmonary fibrosis makes it difficult for patients to breathe.

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Formal
pulmonary fibrosis, liver fibrosis, cardiac fibrosis
noun
Fibrosis can occur as the body repairs itself, forming new connective tissue.
The fibrosis that developed after surgery was expected as part of the healing process.

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Neutral
scarring tissue, connective tissue, healing
noun
Fibrosis is a medical condition that involves the thickening and hardening of tissue in the body, often caused by injury or chronic inflammation.
Pulmonary fibrosis makes it difficult for patients to breathe.

Usage tips
Formal
pulmonary fibrosis, liver fibrosis, cardiac fibrosis
noun
Fibrosis can occur as the body repairs itself, forming new connective tissue.
The fibrosis that developed after surgery was expected as part of the healing process.

Usage tips
Neutral
scarring tissue, connective tissue, healing
Definition 1 of 2

Medical Context
Fibrosis is commonly discussed in medical literature and conversations about chronic diseases.
Many patients benefit from understanding the implications of fibrosis in their condition.
Understanding Terminology
Get familiar with various types of fibrosis (e.g., pulmonary, hepatic).
Knowing the specific type helps in understanding treatment options.
Preventive Measures
Learn about lifestyle changes that can help manage conditions leading to fibrosis.
Adopting healthier habits can benefit overall lung or liver health.
Medical Context
Fibrosis is commonly discussed in medical literature and conversations about chronic diseases.
Many patients benefit from understanding the implications of fibrosis in their condition.
Understanding Terminology
Get familiar with various types of fibrosis (e.g., pulmonary, hepatic).
Knowing the specific type helps in understanding treatment options.
Preventive Measures
Learn about lifestyle changes that can help manage conditions leading to fibrosis.
Adopting healthier habits can benefit overall lung or liver health.
Medical Context
Fibrosis is commonly discussed in medical literature and conversations about chronic diseases.
Many patients benefit from understanding the implications of fibrosis in their condition.
Understanding Terminology
Get familiar with various types of fibrosis (e.g., pulmonary, hepatic).
Knowing the specific type helps in understanding treatment options.
Preventive Measures
Learn about lifestyle changes that can help manage conditions leading to fibrosis.
Adopting healthier habits can benefit overall lung or liver health.
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