Zymotic
Zymotic
Zymotic (pronounced: zy·mot·ic /zīˈmädik/) is a term that was historically used to describe infectious or contagious diseases. The term originates from the Greek word "zymē", which means "leaven". In the 19th century, it was commonly used to refer to diseases that were thought to be caused by some form of fermentation process.
Etymology
The term "Zymotic" is derived from the Greek word "zymē", which translates to "leaven". This term was used in the 19th century to describe diseases that were thought to be caused by a process similar to fermentation. The concept was based on the observation that certain diseases seemed to spread and multiply in a manner similar to the way yeast ferments.
Related Terms
- Epidemic: An outbreak of a disease that spreads quickly and affects many individuals at the same time.
- Pandemic: An epidemic that has spread over a large area, that is, it's prevalent throughout an entire country, continent, or the whole world.
- Endemic: A disease or condition found regularly in a certain area or among a particular group of people.
- Pathogen: A bacterium, virus, or other microorganism that can cause disease.
- Infectious Disease: Diseases caused by organisms — such as bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Zymotic
- Wikipedia's article - Zymotic
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