Ebullism

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Ebullism

Ebullism (/ɪˈbʊlɪzəm/) is a medical condition that occurs when the human body is exposed to a pressure less than the Armstrong limit, a measure of atmospheric pressure.

Etymology

The term "Ebullism" is derived from the Latin word "ebullire", which means "to boil". This is in reference to the boiling of bodily fluids that occurs during this condition.

Definition

Ebullism is the formation of gas bubbles in bodily fluids due to reduced environmental pressure, for example, in the vacuum of space. It is a severe form of decompression sickness, and can cause a variety of symptoms including pain, disorientation, and in severe cases, death.

Symptoms

Symptoms of ebullism can include:

Treatment

Treatment for ebullism typically involves recompression in a hyperbaric chamber, which can help to reduce the size of the gas bubbles and alleviate symptoms. In severe cases, additional medical interventions may be necessary.

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