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nephroptosis

Description:

Nephroptosis, also known as floating kidney or kidney prolapse, refers to the condition where the kidney moves downward and becomes displaced from its normal position due to weakened or stretched supporting tissues.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: The medical term for the downward displacement of the kidney.

Example sentence: The patient with nephroptosis experienced severe flank pain.

Usages:

Usage 1:

Medical: Nephroptosis can cause symptoms such as pain, urinary problems, and may require surgical intervention.

Example sentence: The urologist recommended surgery to treat the nephroptosis and alleviate the patient's symptoms.

Usage 2:

Popular: Nephroptosis is believed to be more common in women and can sometimes result in vague and intermittent lower back pain.

Example sentence: Many people are unaware of nephroptosis, as its symptoms can be mistaken for other conditions.

Usage 3:

Local: In certain regions, nephroptosis is colloquially referred to as 'wandering kidney.' Patients may seek traditional remedies to alleviate the discomfort.

Example sentence: The local population often relies on herbal remedies to treat nephroptosis, in addition to seeking medical advice.

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