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aquecia
[a-kwe-si-a]
noun
feminine
pl: aquecias
lack of secretion; absence of a bodily secretion
1.
Medical condition characterized by the absence or severe deficiency of a normal bodily secretion
The patient suffered from aquecia, resulting in dry mouth and eyes.
A paciente sofria de aquecia, resultando em boca e olhos secos.
2.
Pathological condition where a gland fails to produce its characteristic secretion
Aquecia of the lacrimal glands can cause severe discomfort.
A aquecia das glândulas lacrimais pode causar desconforto grave.
Synonyms
anidrose
anhidrose
xerostomia (quando aplicável)
Antonyms
hipersecreção
secreção excessiva
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
aquecia
Standard medical terminology
Portugal
aquecia
Standard medical terminology, same as Brazilian Portuguese
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