eosinophilia
/ˌiːəˌsɪnəˈfɪliə/
noun
- A medical condition in which there is a higher than normal number of eosinophils in the blood, often due to allergies, infections, or certain diseases.
- The patient's blood test showed eosinophilia, which the doctor linked to a recent allergic reaction.
- Doctors monitor eosinophilia to track the progress of treatment for asthma.
- Eosinophilia can be caused by parasitic infections or certain medications.