Wind
Wind (Medicine)
Wind (pronounced: /wɪnd/) in the medical context refers to the movement of air or gas in the body, particularly in the digestive system. The term is often used to describe the expulsion of gas from the body, commonly known as flatulence or 'passing wind'.
Etymology
The term 'wind' originates from the Old English 'wind', which is akin to the Old High German 'wint', both meaning 'wind'. In the medical context, it has been used since the late 14th century to describe the movement and expulsion of gas in the body.
Related Terms
- Flatulence: The expulsion of gas from the digestive system through the rectum.
- Belching: The act of expelling air from the stomach through the mouth.
- Bloating: A feeling of fullness or swelling in the abdomen, often caused by excessive gas production.
- Dyspepsia: Also known as indigestion, a condition characterized by upper abdominal discomfort, often associated with eating.
- Gastroenterology: The branch of medicine focused on the digestive system and its disorders.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Wind
- Wikipedia's article - Wind
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