algospasm

algospasm
Spasm produced by pain. [G. algos, pain, + spasmos, convulsion]

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al·go·spasm (alґgo-spaz″əm) [algo- + spasm] painful spasm or cramp.

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  • algospasm — ALGOSPÁSM s.n. Spasm muscular dureros. [< fr. algospasme]. Trimis de LauraGellner, 13.09.2007. Sursa: DN  ALGOSPÁSM s. n. spasm muscular dureros. (< fr. algospasme) Trimis de raduborza, 15.09.2007. Sursa: MDN …   Dicționar Român

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