pseudocyesis
/ˌsuːdoʊsaɪˈiːsɪs/
noun
- A false pregnancy in which a person experiences many signs of pregnancy (such as weight gain, nausea, or missed periods) but is not actually pregnant.
- Pseudocyesis is a rare condition that can be caused by hormonal changes or psychological factors.
- Doctors explained that pseudocyesis can sometimes be triggered by a strong desire to become pregnant.
- The woman was diagnosed with pseudocyesis after tests showed no baby was present.
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