Mote
Mote
Mote (pronounced: /moʊt/) is a term used in the medical field, particularly in relation to Ophthalmology.
Etymology
The term "mote" originates from the Old English word "mot", which means a small particle or speck. In the medical context, it is often used to refer to a small particle or speck that appears in one's field of vision.
Definition
In Ophthalmology, a mote is a term used to describe a small speck that floats in the field of vision. It is also known as a floater. Floaters are usually harmless and are caused by tiny pieces of the eye's gel-like vitreous breaking loose within the inner back portion of the eye.
Related Terms
- Floater: A floater or a mote is a small speck that floats in the field of vision.
- Vitreous Humor: The clear, gel-like substance that fills the space between the lens and the retina of the eyeball.
- Ophthalmology: The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mote
- Wikipedia's article - Mote
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