Malacia
Malacia
Malacia (pronunciation: /məˈleɪʃə/) is a medical term used to describe the softening of tissues in the body. It is derived from the Greek word "malakia", which means softness.
Etymology
The term "Malacia" is derived from the Greek word "malakia", which means softness. It is often used in medical terminology to denote a pathological softening of tissues or organs.
Types of Malacia
There are several types of malacia, each referring to the softening of a specific tissue or organ. These include:
- Encephalomalacia: This refers to the softening of the brain tissue, often due to inflammation or hemorrhage.
- Chondromalacia: This refers to the softening of the cartilage, particularly in the knee joint.
- Osteomalacia: This refers to the softening of the bones, often due to vitamin D deficiency or poor calcium absorption.
Related Terms
- Pathology: The study of disease, including the causes, development, and effects on the body.
- Inflammation: A response by the body's immune system to injury or infection, characterized by redness, warmth, swelling, and pain.
- Hemorrhage: The loss of blood from the circulatory system, either internally or externally.
- Cartilage: A type of connective tissue found in various parts of the body, including the joints and the outer ear.
- Vitamin D: A group of fat-soluble vitamins responsible for increasing intestinal absorption of calcium, magnesium, and phosphate.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Malacia
- Wikipedia's article - Malacia
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