The term “dumping” can have two meanings:
Dumping syndrome: This is a medical condition that can occur after certain types of abdominal surgery, particularly gastric bypass surgery. It happens when food moves too quickly from the stomach into the small intestine. Symptoms can include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Sweating
- Dizziness
- Feeling faint
Product dumping: This is an economic term that refers to the practice of a country selling goods in a foreign market at a price that is lower than the price charged in its domestic market. This can be done for various reasons, such as to gain market share or to get rid of excess inventory. However, it can also harm domestic producers in the foreign market.
Here are some additional details to help you understand the difference:
- Context clues: If you’re reading about medical conditions or surgery, “dumping” likely refers to dumping syndrome. If you’re reading about economics or international trade, it likely refers to product dumping.
- Symptoms mentioned: If the text mentions symptoms like nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea, it’s definitely referring to dumping syndrome.
I hope this clarifies the two meanings of “dumping”. If you can provide more context about where you encountered this term, I can help you determine the specific meaning.