Calciumopathy
Calciumopathy
Calciumopathy (pronunciation: /kæl.si.əʊˈpæ.θi/) is a medical condition related to the abnormal function of calcium ions in the body. The term is derived from the Latin calcium, meaning "lime", and the Greek -pathy, meaning "suffering".
Etymology
The term "Calciumopathy" is a combination of two words: "Calcium" and "-opathy". "Calcium" is derived from the Latin word calcis, meaning "lime", which is a reference to the mineral's white color. The suffix "-opathy" comes from the Greek word pathos, meaning "suffering" or "disease". Thus, "Calciumopathy" refers to a disease or disorder related to calcium.
Definition
Calciumopathy is a disorder that involves the abnormal function of calcium ions in the body. This can lead to a variety of health problems, including osteoporosis, kidney stones, and certain types of cancer. Calcium ions play a crucial role in many physiological processes, including muscle contraction, nerve impulse transmission, and blood clotting. Therefore, any disruption in the normal function of these ions can have serious health implications.
Related Terms
- Calcium: A chemical element that is essential for living organisms, including humans. It is the most abundant mineral in the body and is vital for bone health, muscle function, and nerve transmission.
- Osteoporosis: A medical condition in which the bones become brittle and fragile from loss of tissue, typically as a result of hormonal changes, or deficiency of calcium or vitamin D.
- Kidney stones: 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.
- Cancer: A group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells. There are over 100 types of cancer, and each is classified by the type of cell that is initially affected.
- Muscle contraction: The activation of tension-generating sites within muscle fibers.
- Nerve impulse transmission: The process by which nerve cells communicate with each other.
- Blood clotting: Also known as coagulation, is the process by which blood changes from a liquid to a gel, forming a clot.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Calciumopathy
- Wikipedia's article - Calciumopathy
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