Boulder

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Boulder

Boulder (pronounced /ˈboʊldər/) is a term used in the medical field, particularly in the context of gallstones and kidney stones. It is used to describe large stones that form in the gallbladder or kidneys.

Etymology

The term 'boulder' is derived from the Old English 'bulder stān', which literally translates to 'large stone'. In the medical context, it is used metaphorically to describe large stones that form in the body.

Related Terms

  • Gallstones: These are hard, pebble-like deposits that form inside the gallbladder. They can range in size from as small as a grain of sand to as large as a golf ball. Some people develop just one gallstone, while others develop many gallstones at the same time.
  • Kidney Stones: These are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys. Kidney stones have many causes and can affect any part of your urinary tract — from your kidneys to your bladder.
  • Cholelithiasis: This is the medical term for gallstone disease. Gallstones are hard, pebble-like pieces of material, usually made of cholesterol or bilirubin, that develop in your gallbladder.
  • Nephrolithiasis: This is the medical term for kidney stones. Kidney stones are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys.
  • Urolithiasis: This is a condition where stones form in the urinary system, including the kidneys and bladder.
  • Lithotripsy: This is a medical procedure used to treat kidney stones and gallstones. It uses shock waves or a laser to break the stones into tiny pieces that can then pass out of the body in the urine.

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