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decompression sickness
A condition where the low pressure at high altitudes allows bubbles of nitrogen to form in the blood and joints causing severe pain. Also known as the bends.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Aviation
- Category: Airplane flying
- Company: FAA
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