Definition

A medical condition where the spleen is larger than normal.

Example

The doctor diagnosed her with splenomegaly after examining her symptoms.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of splenomegaly?

No, I haven't. What is it?

It's when the spleen becomes enlarged, and it can be a sign of various health issues.

That sounds serious. I should probably look it up!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Splenomegaly is formed from "spleno-" (from Greek "splēn", meaning spleen) and "-megaly" (from Greek "megalus", meaning large or enlargement). The term refers to the enlargement of the spleen.

Memory Tip

Think of 'spleen' as the organ being referred to and '-megaly' meaning 'large' — so splenomegaly means an enlarged spleen.

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