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Traumatic
Traumatic (/trəˈmatɪk, traʊ-/), derived from the Greek word "τραῦμα" (trauma), meaning "wound", is a term used in medicine to describe an injury or wound to a living body caused by the application of external force or violence.
Etymology
The term "traumatic" originates from the Greek word "τραῦμα" (trauma), which translates to "wound". It was first used in English in the late 17th century to describe a physical injury.
Related Terms
- Trauma: A type of damage to the body caused by external force.
- Traumatic Brain Injury: A type of brain injury caused by trauma.
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: A mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event.
- Traumatology: The study of wounds and injuries caused by accidents or violence to a person, and the surgical therapy and repair of the damage.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Traumatic
- Wikipedia's article - Traumatic
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