noun
- a condition in which the blood contains toxins, especially during pregnancy
Usage: medical; British spelling
Examples
- The pregnant woman was hospitalized due to severe toxaemia.
- Toxaemia can cause high blood pressure and protein in the urine.
- Early detection of toxaemia is crucial for maternal health.
- The doctor monitored her closely for signs of toxaemia.
- Toxaemia affects approximately 5% of pregnancies.
- Treatment for toxaemia may require immediate delivery of the baby.