Benjamin

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Benjamin (Medicine)

Benjamin (pronunciation: /ˈbɛndʒəmɪn/) is a term used in the field of medicine, particularly in the context of pediatric care. The term is often used to refer to the youngest child in a family, especially in cases where the child's health or development is a concern. The term originates from the biblical figure Benjamin, who was the youngest of Jacob's twelve sons.

Etymology

The term 'Benjamin' is derived from the Hebrew words 'בִּן' (ben) meaning 'son' and 'ימין' (yamin) meaning 'right hand' or 'south'. In the Bible, Benjamin was the youngest son of Jacob and Rachel, and his birth is associated with the death of his mother. In a medical context, the term is used to denote the youngest child in a family.

Related Terms

  • Pediatrics: The branch of medicine dealing with the health and medical care of infants, children, and adolescents from birth up to the age of 18.
  • Neonatology: A subspecialty of pediatrics that consists of the medical care of newborn infants, especially the ill or premature newborn.
  • Child Development: The process of growth and maturation of the human individual from conception to adulthood. The term is also used to refer to the scientific study of this process.
  • Family Medicine: A medical specialty devoted to comprehensive health care for people of all ages. The specialist is named a family physician or family doctor.

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