Pervasive
Pervasive (pərˈvāsiv)
Pervasive is an adjective used in the medical field to describe a condition or symptom that is widespread or present in various parts of the body. The term is derived from the Latin word "pervasus," which means "spread through."
Etymology
The term "pervasive" comes from the Latin word "pervasus," which is the past participle of "pervadere." "Pervadere" means "to spread through" or "to permeate," and it is a combination of "per-" (through) and "vadere" (to go).
Usage in Medical Context
In a medical context, "pervasive" is often used to describe conditions or symptoms that are not localized to one area but are spread throughout various parts of the body. For example, Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD) are a group of conditions that involve delays in the development of many basic skills, most notably the ability to socialize with others, to communicate, and to use imagination.
Related Terms
- Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD): A group of conditions characterized by delays in the development of socialization and communication skills.
- Pervasive Refusal Syndrome (PRS): A rare child psychiatric disorder characterized by pervasive refusal to eat, drink, walk, or engage in self-care.
- Pervasive Depression: A term sometimes used to describe a state of depression that is characterized by its persistence and by its being spread throughout many areas of life.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pervasive
- Wikipedia's article - Pervasive
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