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Continent (Medical Term)
Continent (/ˈkɒntɪnənt/), in the medical field, refers to the ability to voluntarily control bodily functions such as urination and defecation. This term is often used in the context of urology and gastroenterology.
Etymology
The term "continent" is derived from the Latin word "continentem" which means "holding together" or "containing". It has been used in the English language since the late 14th century.
Related Terms
- Incontinence: The inability to control excretory functions.
- Urinary incontinence: A loss of bladder control resulting in involuntary urination.
- Fecal incontinence: The inability to control bowel movements, causing stool to leak unexpectedly from the rectum.
- Continence care: The management and treatment of individuals who have difficulty controlling their bowel or bladder functions.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Continent
- Wikipedia's article - Continent
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