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Revulsion
Revulsion (/rɪˈvʌlʃən/) is a term used in medicine to describe a strong sense of disgust or loathing. It is often used in the context of a patient's reaction to a particular treatment or procedure.
Etymology
The term "revulsion" originates from the Latin word "revulsio", which means "a tearing away". In the medical context, it was first used in the 17th century to describe the act of diverting disease from one part of the body to another.
Related Terms
- Disgust: An emotional response of revulsion to something considered offensive or unpleasant.
- Nausea: A feeling of unease and discomfort in the upper stomach, often preceding vomiting, which can be a physical manifestation of revulsion.
- Aversion Therapy: A form of psychological treatment that uses negative stimuli to help patients overcome certain behaviors or habits. The negative stimuli often induce feelings of revulsion.
- Phobia: An extreme or irrational fear or aversion to something, which can sometimes induce feelings of revulsion.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Revulsion
- Wikipedia's article - Revulsion
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