P. Blaud
P. Blaud
P. Blaud (pronounced: pee blohd) is a term used in the medical field, specifically in the area of Hematology. It refers to the formula for iron pills developed by French physician Pierre Blaud in the 19th century. These pills were used to treat anemia, a condition characterized by a deficiency of red cells or of hemoglobin in the blood.
Etymology
The term "P. Blaud" is derived from the name of the French physician Pierre Blaud, who developed the formula for these iron pills. Pierre Blaud (1796–1856) was a French physician who worked in the field of Hematology and is best known for his work on the treatment of anemia.
Related Terms
- Anemia: A condition in which there is a deficiency of red cells or of hemoglobin in the blood, resulting in pallor and weariness.
- Hematology: The branch of medicine concerned with the study of the cause, prognosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases related to blood.
- Iron Deficiency: A common type of anemia that occurs if you don't have enough iron in your body.
- Iron Pills: Supplements that are used to increase the amount of iron in the body, often used in the treatment of anemia.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on P. Blaud
- Wikipedia's article - P. Blaud
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