Lighter
Lighter (medical)
Lighter (pronounced: /ˈlaɪtər/) is a term not commonly used in the medical field. However, it can be associated with certain medical conditions and treatments when used metaphorically or in a broader context.
Etymology
The term "lighter" originates from the Old English "leohtere", which means "one who lights or kindles". In the medical context, it is not directly used but can be associated with certain conditions and treatments.
Medical Associations
Weight Loss
In a metaphorical sense, the term "lighter" can be associated with weight loss. When a person loses weight, they may describe themselves as feeling "lighter". This is not a medical term per se, but it is often used in everyday language to describe the physical sensation of losing weight.
Light Therapy
The term "lighter" can also be associated with light therapy. Light therapy is a way to treat seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and certain other conditions by exposure to artificial light. The term "lighter" in this context could refer to the feeling of mood elevation that some patients experience after undergoing light therapy.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Lighter
- Wikipedia's article - Lighter
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