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    Hematoma (en. Hematoma)

    /ema'toma/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Localized accumulation of blood outside of blood vessels, usually caused by trauma.
    The hematoma in his leg formed after the fall.
    El hematoma en su pierna se formó tras la caída.
    It can appear in different parts of the body, such as the head, arms, or legs.
    The doctor explained to him that the hematoma on his head was normal after the hit.
    El médico le explicó que el hematoma en su cabeza era normal tras el golpe.
    It can vary in size and may be painful or not, depending on its location and size.
    The large hematoma on his arm caused quite a bit of pain.
    El hematoma grande en su brazo provocó bastante dolor.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'haima' meaning 'blood' and 'oma' meaning 'tumor' or 'mass'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    subdural hematoma
    Hematoma that forms between the dura mater and the brain.
    hematoma subdural
    hematoma on the skin
    Visible accumulation of blood on the skin like a bruise.
    hematoma en la piel
    pericardial hematoma
    Accumulation of blood in the sac surrounding the heart.
    hematoma pericárdico

    Related Words

    bruise
    Stain on the skin produced by the rupture of blood vessels.
    moretón
    bleeding
    Loss of blood from a blood vessel.
    sangrado
    trauma
    Injury caused by a bump or impact.
    traumatismo

    Slang Meanings

    Bump
    A bump formed on his head after the hit.
    Se le formó un chichón en la cabeza tras el golpe.
    Bruise
    He has a large bruise on his arm after the fight.
    Tiene un moretón grande en el brazo después de la pelea.