Alleviate
Alleviate (pronounced: /əˈliː.vi.eɪt/) is a verb used in the medical field to describe the action of making pain or suffering less severe or more bearable. The term originates from the Latin word "levare" which means to lift, and the prefix "ad-" which means to or towards, thus giving the term the meaning "to lift towards".
Definition
In medical terms, to Alleviate is to provide relief from symptoms of an illness or condition, often through the use of medication or therapeutic treatments. This does not necessarily mean curing the condition, but rather reducing the severity or intensity of the symptoms.
Related Terms
- Palliative Care: A specialized form of medical care for people with serious illnesses. The goal is to improve quality of life by alleviating symptoms, pain, and stress.
- Analgesic: A type of medication used to relieve pain, often used to alleviate symptoms of various conditions.
- Therapy: A treatment intended to alleviate a health problem.
- Symptom Management: The practice of identifying and alleviating symptoms of illness and treatment.
Etymology
The term Alleviate comes from the Latin "levis", which means light or slight, and the prefix "ad-", which means to or towards. Together, they form "adlevare", which means to lighten or relieve. This was later adapted into Middle English as "alleven".
Pronunciation
The term Alleviate is pronounced as /əˈliː.vi.eɪt/.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Alleviate
- Wikipedia's article - Alleviate
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