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diuresis

Pronunciation: [ˌdaɪ.juˈriː.sɪs]

Word

Context: "health"

(noun) the increased production of urine by the kidneys. This means your body is making more pee than usual. It can happen for reasons like drinking a lot of water or taking certain medicines.

Example

After drinking extra water, she experienced diuresis and went to the bathroom more often.

Example

He was not experiencing diuresis; he felt dehydrated and was not peeing much at all.

Example

Is diuresis common after you drink a lot of fluids?

Context: "medical"

(noun) a condition where urine is produced in large quantities, often as a result of a medical treatment. This can occur when we use medicines that help the kidneys work harder.

Example

The doctor prescribed a diuretic, leading to increased diuresis and helping him reduce swelling.

Example

The treatment did not lead to diuresis, which was unexpected for the doctor.

Example

What causes diuresis during certain medical treatments?

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