Wild
Wild
Wild (pronounced: /waɪld/) is a term often used in the medical field to describe certain conditions, behaviors, or characteristics that are uncontrolled or not domesticated.
Etymology
The term "wild" originates from the Old English "wilde," which means "in the natural state, uncultivated, undomesticated."
Medical Usage
In medical terminology, "wild" is often used to describe diseases or conditions that are uncontrolled or unpredictable. For example, Wild Type refers to the natural, non-mutated form of a gene, as it occurs in nature. On the other hand, Wild Poliovirus refers to strains of poliovirus that are not derived from the vaccine and can cause Polio in unvaccinated individuals.
Related Terms
- Wild Type: The natural, non-mutated form of a gene.
- Wild Poliovirus: Strains of poliovirus that are not derived from the vaccine.
- Wild Fever: A term sometimes used to describe a fever that fluctuates greatly.
- Wild Syndrome: A hypothetical syndrome proposed to explain certain uncontrolled behaviors.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Wild
- Wikipedia's article - Wild
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