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Deviation (Medicine)
Deviation (pronunciation: /ˌdiːviˈeɪʃ(ə)n/) is a term used in medicine to describe a departure from the normal or usual state, condition, or behavior.
Etymology
The term "deviation" originates from the Latin word "deviare" which means "to turn away". In the medical context, it refers to a condition or behavior that is different from what is considered normal or usual.
Related Terms
- Abnormality: A condition that is considered to be different from the norm. It can refer to a physical condition, a mental condition, or a behavior.
- Anomaly: A deviation from the normal structure or function. It is often used to describe a physical condition that is different from what is considered normal.
- Variation: A difference or deviation in structure, form, or function that is not considered to be an abnormality or anomaly.
- Disorder: A disruption of normal physical or mental functions; a disease or abnormal condition.
- Disease: A particular abnormal, pathological condition that affects part or all of an organism.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Deviation
- Wikipedia's article - Deviation
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