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exacerbation

[ig-za-ser-bay-shuhn, ek-sa-] / ɪgˌzæ sərˈbeɪ ʃən, ɛkˌsæ- /
NOUN
intensification
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NOUN
irritation
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONG


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“A recent investigation establishes a connection between climate change and the exacerbation of certain neurological disorders,” Ehsanifar said.

From Salon Jan. 10, 2025

Treatment at the point of an exacerbation for this type of asthma has barely changed for over fifty years, with steroid drugs being the mainstay of medication.

From Science Daily Nov. 27, 2024

"Drowning contributes due to the likelihood of submersion into the pool as he lapsed into unconsciousness; coronary artery disease contributes due to exacerbation of ketamine induced myocardial effects on the heart."

From BBC Dec. 15, 2023

Exposure can range from relatively minor effects, like an eye or respiratory tract irritation, to more serious health effects such as exacerbation of asthma, heart failure and premature death, the EPA said.

From Seattle Times Oct. 22, 2022

On both sides, therefore, there was some misunderstanding, and a consequent exacerbation of mind which told injuriously on their daily intercourse.

From St. Winifred's, or The World of School by H. C. (Harold C.) Earnshaw




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