Stricken
Stricken
Stricken (/ˈstrɪkən/), is a term often used in medical contexts to describe a sudden and severe affliction or impairment. The term is derived from the Old English word 'strican', meaning to stroke or to move.
Etymology
The term 'stricken' is derived from the Old English 'strican', which means to stroke or to move. It has been used in the English language since the 14th century and has evolved to its current usage in medical contexts to describe a sudden and severe affliction or impairment.
Usage in Medical Context
In a medical context, 'stricken' is often used to describe a sudden and severe affliction or impairment. This can refer to a wide range of medical conditions, including stroke, heart attack, and seizure. The term is often used in news reports or medical literature to describe a sudden onset of a severe medical condition.
Related Terms
- Stroke: A medical condition in which poor blood flow to the brain results in cell death.
- Heart Attack: A blockage of blood flow to the heart muscle.
- Seizure: A sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbance in the brain.
- Affliction: Something that causes pain or suffering.
- Impairment: The state of being diminished, weakened, or damaged, especially mentally or physically.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Stricken
- Wikipedia's article - Stricken
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