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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