Palliative

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Palliative

Palliative (pronounced: /ˈpalēˌādiv/) is a term derived from the Latin word palliare, which means "to cloak". It refers to medical care or treatment that focuses on reducing the severity of disease symptoms, rather than striving to halt, delay, or reverse progression of the disease itself or provide a cure. The goal is to prevent and ease suffering and to improve quality of life for people facing serious, complex illness.

Etymology

The term palliative comes from the Latin palliare, which means "to cloak". It was first used in a medical context in the 15th century to describe a type of care that was intended to alleviate symptoms without curing the disease.

Related Terms

  • Palliative Care: A specialized area of healthcare that focuses on relieving and preventing the suffering of patients.
  • Hospice Care: A type of care and philosophy of care that focuses on the palliation of a chronically ill, terminally ill or seriously ill patient's pain and symptoms.
  • Symptom Management: The practice of palliating symptoms in patients with serious illness.
  • End-of-life Care: The support and medical care given during the time surrounding death.
  • Quality of Life: An individual's overall well-being, including their physical, mental, and emotional health.

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