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diaphoresis


Term: diaphoresis
Literally meaning: to throw off by perspiration
Origin: Anc Greek
δια-/dia-(through) > δυο/dio(two) 
+ φορέω/phoreo (=the act of bearing)
Coined/History 
Definition
Diaphoresis is excessive perspiration (sweating) commonly associated with medical emergency conditions as fever, strong emotions, menopause etc. 

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