Sand
Sand (medicine)
Sand (/sænd/), in a medical context, refers to small granules of minerals or organic matter that can accumulate in certain parts of the body, such as the kidneys or gallbladder, leading to various health conditions.
Etymology
The term "sand" comes from the Old English sand, from Proto-Germanic *sandaz (source also of Old Norse sandur, Old Frisian send, Middle Dutch sant, Dutch zand, German Sand), from PIE *bhs-amadho- (source also of Greek psammos "sand;" Latin sabulum "coarse sand," source of Italian sabbia, French sable).
Medical implications
In the context of medicine, sand refers to the formation of small, sand-like particles in the body. These particles can form in various organs, most commonly in the kidneys and gallbladder.
Kidney sand
Kidney sand, also known as kidney stones, is a condition where small, hard mineral deposits form in the kidneys. These deposits can cause severe pain when they pass through the urinary tract.
Gallbladder sand
Gallbladder sand, also known as gallstones, is a similar condition where small, hard deposits, often made of cholesterol, form in the gallbladder. These can cause symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.
Related terms
- Kidney stones
- Gallstones
- Urolithiasis: The process of stone formation in the urinary tract
- Cholelithiasis: The presence of stones in the gallbladder
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sand
- Wikipedia's article - Sand
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