Senile
Senile
Senile (/ˈsiːnaɪl/ or /ˈsɛnaɪl/), derived from the Latin word "senilis", meaning "old man" or "of old age", is a term that was once commonly used to describe a variety of physical and mental attributes often associated with old age.
Definition
In medical terminology, 'senile' refers to the physical and mental deterioration associated with old age. This includes conditions such as senile dementia, senile cataract, and senile osteoporosis. The term is less commonly used in modern medical contexts due to its somewhat pejorative connotations, and has largely been replaced by more specific and less stigmatizing terms.
Related Terms
- Senescence: The process of aging.
- Senile dementia: A term that was once used to describe what is now known as Alzheimer's disease.
- Senile cataract: A type of cataract that is primarily associated with aging.
- Senile osteoporosis: A type of osteoporosis that occurs in the elderly.
- Senile plaques: Deposits of beta-amyloid protein that form in the brains of individuals with Alzheimer's disease.
Etymology
The term 'senile' comes from the Latin word 'senilis', which means 'old man' or 'of old age'. It was first used in English in the late 15th century to describe things associated with old age.
Pronunciation
Senile is pronounced as /ˈsiːnaɪl/ or /ˈsɛnaɪl/.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Senile
- Wikipedia's article - Senile
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