Asphyxiate
Asphyxiate
Asphyxiate (pronounced as-fik-see-ate) is a medical term that refers to the state of being deprived of oxygen, which can result in unconsciousness or death.
Etymology
The term "asphyxiate" originates from the Greek words "a-" meaning "without" and "sphyxis" meaning "heartbeat". It was first used in the English language in the early 19th century.
Definition
To asphyxiate is to cause or suffer severe oxygen deprivation, which can lead to unconsciousness or death. This can occur due to a variety of circumstances, such as choking, suffocation, or the inhalation of toxic gases.
Related Terms
- Hypoxia: A condition in which the body or a region of the body is deprived of adequate oxygen supply at the tissue level. Hypoxia may be classified as either generalized, affecting the whole body, or local, affecting a region of the body.
- Anoxia: A condition characterized by an absence of oxygen supply to an organ or a tissue. Anoxia can occur in various contexts, such as during a heart attack or stroke.
- Suffocation: The state of being deprived of air or unable to breathe, often as a result of the airways being blocked.
- Choking: A blockage of the airway by an object or liquid, preventing a sufficient amount of air from entering the lungs.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Asphyxiate
- Wikipedia's article - Asphyxiate
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