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Definition of Decompression sickness
1. Noun. Pain resulting from rapid change in pressure.
Exact synonyms: Aeroembolism, Air Embolism, Bends, Caisson Disease, Gas Embolism
Generic synonyms: Illness, Malady, Sickness, Unwellness
Generic synonyms: Illness, Malady, Sickness, Unwellness
Definition of Decompression sickness
1. Noun. (pathology) A sometimes fatal condition resulting from the formation of nitrogen bubbles in the blood and tissues, because of too rapid decompression, seen especially in deep-sea divers ascending rapidly from a dive. It is characterized by severe pains in the joints and chest, skin irritation, cramps, nausea, and paralysis. ¹
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Medical Definition of Decompression sickness
1. A disorder characterised by joint pains, respiratory manifestations, skin lesions, and neurologic signs, occurring in aviators flying at high altitudes and following rapid reduction of air pressure in persons who have been breathing compressed air in caissons and diving apparatus. (12 Dec 1998)
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