Converted
Converted (kənˈvərtɪd)
Converted is a term used in the medical field to describe a change in the state or condition of a patient, often in relation to a disease or disorder. The term is derived from the Latin word "convertere", which means "to turn around".
Etymology
The term "converted" comes from the Latin "convertere", which means "to turn around". It is used in the medical field to describe a change in the state or condition of a patient. The term is often used in relation to a disease or disorder, indicating a change in the patient's status.
Related Terms
- Conversion Disorder: A mental condition in which a person has blindness, paralysis, or other nervous system (neurologic) symptoms that cannot be explained by medical evaluation.
- Conversion Reaction: A type of disorder where physical symptoms are caused by psychological conflict, also known as a somatoform disorder.
- Conversion Therapy: A pseudoscientific practice of trying to change an individual's sexual orientation from homosexual or bisexual to heterosexual using psychological or spiritual interventions.
Usage in Medical Context
In a medical context, the term "converted" is often used to describe a change in a patient's condition. For example, a patient may be described as having "converted" from a state of health to a state of disease, or from one disease state to another. The term can also be used to describe the process of a patient's condition changing in response to treatment.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Converted
- Wikipedia's article - Converted
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