Moon
Moon (medicine)
Moon (pronounced: /muːn/) is a term used in various medical contexts. While it does not directly refer to a specific medical condition or treatment, it is often used metaphorically or symbolically in medical literature.
Etymology
The term "moon" originates from the Old English mōna, which is akin to the Old High German māno, both meaning "moon". In a medical context, it is often used to describe circular or crescent shapes, similar to the shape of the moon.
Usage in Medicine
In medicine, the term "moon" is often used to describe certain conditions or features that resemble the shape or appearance of the moon. For example, in dermatology, a "half-moon" or "lunula" (Lunula) refers to the crescent-shaped whitish area of the bed of a fingernail or toenail. In ophthalmology, "moon blindness" (Moon Blindness) is an antiquated term for certain types of night blindness.
Related Terms
- Lunula: The crescent-shaped whitish area of a fingernail or toenail.
- Moon Blindness: An antiquated term for certain types of night blindness.
- Moon Face: A medical sign where the face becomes rounded with a swollen appearance, often due to certain conditions like Cushing's syndrome.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Moon
- Wikipedia's article - Moon
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