Freak
Freak
Freak (/fri:k/), from the English term "frike" meaning to suddenly change direction, is a term used in various contexts within the medical field. It is often used to describe an unexpected or unusual occurrence or condition.
Medical Usage
In medical terminology, a freak is often used to describe an abnormal or unusual occurrence in the human body. This could be a sudden change in a patient's condition, an unexpected reaction to a medication, or a rare disease or condition.
For example, a genetic mutation could be referred to as a freak occurrence if it is particularly rare or unexpected. Similarly, a sudden and unexplained improvement in a patient's condition could also be described as a freak event.
Related Terms
- Anomaly: An anomaly is a deviation from the normal or common order, form, or rule. In medical terms, it often refers to a condition that is different from the norm, such as a birth defect or genetic mutation.
- Mutation: A mutation is a change in the DNA sequence that makes up a gene. Mutations can be beneficial, harmful, or neutral, and can occur in any organism.
- Phenomenon: A phenomenon is an observable event or, in the case of medical science, a symptom or occurrence. It can also refer to a remarkable or extraordinary person or thing.
- Aberration: An aberration is a departure from what is normal, usual, or expected, typically an unwelcome one. In medicine, it often refers to a deviation from the normal structure or function of a part of the body.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Freak
- Wikipedia's article - Freak
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