Blocking
Blocking (medicine)
Blocking (pronounced: /ˈblɒkɪŋ/) is a term used in various fields of medicine to refer to the interruption or cessation of a normal bodily function or process. The term has different meanings depending on the context in which it is used.
Etymology
The term "blocking" originates from the English word "block", which means to obstruct or stop something. In the medical context, it refers to the interruption or cessation of a normal bodily function or process.
In Neurology
In neurology, blocking refers to the sudden cessation of thought or speech. This is often seen in psychiatric conditions such as schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders.
In Cardiology
In cardiology, blocking can refer to a heart block, a condition where the electrical signals in the heart are partially or completely blocked. This can lead to an irregular heartbeat or arrhythmia.
In Anesthesiology
In anesthesiology, blocking is used to refer to nerve block, a procedure where an anesthetic is injected near a nerve to block pain signals from that area.
In Immunology
In immunology, blocking refers to the process of inhibiting an immune response, often through the use of drugs known as immunosuppressants.
Related Terms
- Blockage: A term often used interchangeably with blocking, referring to the obstruction of a bodily function or process.
- Inhibition: A process that decreases the activity of a bodily function or process, similar to blocking.
- Obstruction: A term similar to blocking, referring to the impediment of a bodily function or process.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Blocking
- Wikipedia's article - Blocking
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