Bloody
Bloody
Bloody (/ˈblʌdi/) is an adjective in English language, often used as an intensifier. In medical terminology, it refers to the presence, appearance, or discharge of blood.
Etymology
The term "bloody" originates from the Old English word "blōdig," derived from "blōd," which means blood.
Medical Usage
In medical context, "bloody" is used to describe a condition, symptom, or sign involving blood. For example, a bloody nose refers to a nosebleed, while a bloody stool indicates the presence of blood in feces, which could be a sign of various conditions such as hemorrhoids, anal fissures, or gastrointestinal bleeding.
Related Terms
- Hemorrhage: The escape of blood from a ruptured blood vessel, especially when profuse.
- Hematology: The branch of medicine concerned with the study of the cause, prognosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases related to blood.
- Hematuria: The presence of blood in urine.
- Hemoptysis: The coughing up of blood or blood-stained mucus from the bronchi, larynx, trachea, or lungs.
- Hematemesis: The vomiting of blood.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bloody
- Wikipedia's article - Bloody
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