Spontaneous
Spontaneous
Spontaneous (pronunciation: /spɒnˈteɪniəs/) is a term often used in the medical field to describe a process or event that occurs naturally, without any apparent external influence or cause.
Etymology
The term "spontaneous" originates from the Latin word "spontaneus," which means "of one's free will." It was first used in the English language in the late 17th century.
Definition
In medicine, spontaneous refers to a condition or event that occurs without any apparent external cause. This can include spontaneous healing, where the body recovers from an illness or injury without medical intervention, or spontaneous mutation, where a change in an organism's genetic material occurs without any known cause.
Related Terms
- Spontaneous Healing: This refers to the body's natural ability to heal itself without the need for medical intervention.
- Spontaneous Mutation: This is a change in an organism's genetic material that occurs without any known cause.
- Spontaneous Combustion: This is a phenomenon in which a substance or organism bursts into flame without any apparent external source of ignition.
- Spontaneous Remission: This is the unexpected improvement or cure of a disease that usually progresses.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Spontaneous
- Wikipedia's article - Spontaneous
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