What is another word for hypochondrium?

Pronunciation: [hˌa͡ɪpə͡ʊkˈɒndɹi͡əm] (IPA)

Hypochondrium is a medical term used to describe the upper part of the abdomen or the areas beneath the ribcage. Although not many people are familiar with this term, there are several other words that can be used in its place. The most commonly used synonyms for hypochondrium include the epigastric region, upper quadrant, upper abdomen, upper left quadrant, and upper right quadrant. These terms are often used by medical professionals to describe the location of a patient's pain, discomfort, or symptoms. By using these synonyms, doctors and nurses can easily communicate with each other and accurately diagnose and treat patients.

Synonyms for Hypochondrium:

What are the hypernyms for Hypochondrium?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Hypochondrium?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for hypochondrium (as nouns)

What are the holonyms for Hypochondrium?

Holonyms are words that denote a whole whose part is denoted by another word.

Usage examples for Hypochondrium

"Yes, because, most likely, my flati, instead of influencing the hypochondrium, affects my spleen, which my physician asserts to be the organ of laughter.
"The Memoires of Casanova, Complete The Rare Unabridged London Edition Of 1894, plus An Unpublished Chapter of History, By Arthur Symons"
Jacques Casanova de Seingalt
The hypochondrium is supposed to be affected, and as it is located under the "short ribs," the hypochondriac continuously suffers from that awful "sinking at the pit of the stomach" that makes him feel as if the bottom had dropped out of life itself.
"Quit Your Worrying!"
George Wharton James
Over-distention of any of those organs situated beneath the right hypochondrium, will obstruct neighbouring organs and vessels.
"Surgical Anatomy"
Joseph Maclise

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