Blood loss
Blood loss
Blood loss (pronunciation: /blʌd lɔːs/), also known as hemorrhage or haemorrhage (pronunciation: /ˈhɛmərɪdʒ/), is a medical term referring to the excessive loss of blood from the circulatory system. The etymology of the term 'hemorrhage' is derived from the Greek words 'haima' meaning 'blood' and 'rhegnynai' meaning 'to burst forth'.
Causes
Blood loss can occur due to various reasons, including trauma, surgery, or medical conditions such as hemophilia and leukemia. It can also be a result of menstruation in women.
Symptoms
Symptoms of blood loss can vary depending on the severity and rate of bleeding. They may include dizziness, fatigue, fainting, shortness of breath, and in severe cases, shock.
Treatment
Treatment for blood loss typically involves stopping the bleeding, if possible, and replacing the lost blood, often through a blood transfusion. In some cases, surgery may be required to control the bleeding.
Related Terms
- Anemia: A condition characterized by a lack of healthy red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood.
- Hemostasis: The process by which the body stops bleeding.
- Coagulation: The process by which blood changes from a liquid to a gel, forming a blood clot.
- Hematoma: A localized collection of blood outside the blood vessels, due to either disease or trauma.
- Hemorrhagic shock: A severe and potentially life-threatening condition that occurs due to large amounts of blood loss.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Blood loss
- Wikipedia's article - Blood loss
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