Haemorrhage

usgb/ˈhɛm.ə.rɪdʒ/
noun

A serious medical condition where there is uncontrolled bleeding.

After the accident, he suffered a haemorrhage that required immediate medical attention.
Visual representation of "haemorrhage" - A serious medical condition where there is uncontrolled bleeding.

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Formal

mass haemorrhage, internal haemorrhage, external haemorrhage

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Medical Context

In medical scenarios, 'haemorrhage' often indicates a critical condition requiring urgent care.

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The patient presented with a severe haemorrhage after the surgery.
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Metaphorical Use

The term can also describe significant losses outside of medical contexts.

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The company is experiencing a haemorrhage of talent due to poor management.
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Severity Perception

Understand the serious implications of the word, as it denotes danger and urgency.

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If someone has a haemorrhage, it is important to seek help quickly.
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