Domino effect
Domino Effect
The Domino Effect (pronunciation: /ˈdɒmɪnoʊ ɪˈfɛkt/) is a term used in various fields, including medicine, to describe a chain reaction of events initiated by a single action. The term is derived from the phenomenon observed when a row of dominoes is toppled, where one domino's fall causes the next to fall, and so on.
In the medical field, the Domino Effect refers to a series of health complications that occur as a result of a single health issue. This can be seen in conditions such as diabetes, where one health issue (high blood sugar) can lead to a series of other health problems, such as heart disease, kidney damage, and nerve damage.
Etymology
The term "Domino Effect" originates from the game of dominoes, where tiles are lined up and toppled in a chain reaction. The term was first used in a metaphorical sense in the 1950s during the Cold War, to describe the fear that the fall of one country to communism would lead to the fall of its neighbors. It has since been adopted in various fields, including medicine, to describe similar chain reactions.
Related Terms
- Chain reaction: A sequence of reactions where a reactive product or by-product causes additional reactions to take place.
- Cascade effect: A process that occurs when the initial disturbance in a system triggers a sequence of events that further amplifies the effect.
- Snowball effect: A situation in which something increases in size or importance at a faster and faster rate.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Domino effect
- Wikipedia's article - Domino effect
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