Fibrosis (noun)

The formation of excess fibrous connective tissue in an organ or tissue, leading to stiffness and loss of function.

Origin:

From new latin fibrosis, from latin fibra ("fiber") + -osis.

Examples:

1. The lung fibrosis is a serious condition that can cause difficulty in breathing.
2. The liver fibrosis is a condition that can lead to cirrhosis.
3. The fibrosis of the heart can cause heart failure.
4. The fibrosis is caused by the body's response to injury or chronic inflammation.
5. The treatment of fibrosis is aimed at slowing down or stopping the progression of the disease.