Goldsmith
Goldsmith
Goldsmith (/ˈɡoʊldˌsmɪθ/; from Old English 'goldsmið') is a term used in the medical field to refer to a specialist who uses gold in various medical applications. The term originates from the traditional craft of goldsmithing, where artisans would work with gold to create various items. In the medical context, a goldsmith is a professional who uses gold for its unique properties in medical treatments and procedures.
Etymology
The term 'goldsmith' is derived from the Old English 'goldsmið', which is a combination of 'gold' (gold) and 'smið' (smith). The term was originally used to refer to craftsmen who worked with gold. In the medical field, the term has been adapted to refer to professionals who use gold in medical applications.
Medical Applications
Gold has been used in medicine for centuries due to its unique properties. It is non-reactive, making it safe for use in the human body, and it is also a good conductor of electricity, making it useful in certain medical devices. Some of the medical applications of gold include:
- Dental Gold: Gold is often used in dentistry for fillings, crowns, and bridges due to its durability and non-reactive nature.
- Gold Bead Implants: Gold bead implants are used in acupuncture and veterinary medicine to provide long-term stimulation to certain points in the body.
- Colloidal Gold: Colloidal gold, which is a suspension of gold particles in a liquid, is used in research and in certain medical tests.
- Gold Nanoparticles: Gold nanoparticles are used in various medical applications, including drug delivery and cancer treatment.
Related Terms
- Gold Therapy: Gold therapy refers to the use of gold compounds in the treatment of certain diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis.
- Chrysotherapy: Chrysotherapy is a term used to refer to gold therapy, particularly in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.
- Aurum: Aurum is the Latin word for gold and is used in the names of many gold compounds used in medicine.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Goldsmith
- Wikipedia's article - Goldsmith
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