Slowly
Slowly
Slowly (/ˈsloʊli/), from the Old English slaw, meaning "inactive or sluggish," is an adverb used to describe something that is happening at a slow pace or rate. It is often used in medical contexts to describe the gradual progression of certain diseases or conditions.
Medical Usage
In the medical field, the term "slowly" is often used to describe the progression or development of certain diseases or conditions. For example, chronic diseases such as Alzheimer's disease or Parkinson's disease often progress slowly, meaning they develop gradually over a long period of time.
Slowly can also refer to the rate at which the body metabolizes certain substances. For example, some medications are slowly released into the bloodstream to maintain a steady level of the drug in the body.
Related Terms
- Chronic: A term used to describe diseases or conditions that develop slowly and last for a long time.
- Progressive: A term used to describe diseases or conditions that get worse over time, often progressing slowly.
- Metabolism: The process by which the body converts food and drink into energy. Some substances are metabolized more slowly than others.
Etymology
The term "slowly" comes from the Old English slaw, which means "inactive or sluggish". It has been used in the English language since at least the 12th century.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Slowly
- Wikipedia's article - Slowly
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