Distinction
Distinction (dis-TINK-shun)
Distinction is a term used in various fields of medicine to denote a difference or separation of symptoms, conditions, or diagnoses. It is derived from the Latin word "distinctio", meaning separation or difference.
Etymology
The term "distinction" comes from the Latin "distinctio", which means separation or difference. It was first used in the medical context in the 15th century to denote the differentiation between various symptoms or conditions.
In Medicine
In medicine, distinction is used to differentiate between similar symptoms or conditions. For example, the distinction between Type 1 Diabetes and Type 2 Diabetes is based on the body's ability to produce insulin. Another example is the distinction between migraine and tension headache, which is based on the type and location of pain, as well as associated symptoms.
Related Terms
- Differential Diagnosis: The process of distinguishing between two or more conditions that share similar signs or symptoms.
- Diagnosis: The identification of the nature of an illness or other problem by examination of the symptoms.
- Symptom: A physical or mental feature which is regarded as indicating a condition of disease, particularly such a feature that is apparent to the patient.
- Condition: The state of something with regard to its appearance, quality, or working order. In medicine, it refers to the state of a patient's health or illness.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Distinction
- Wikipedia's article - Distinction
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