Sticky
Sticky
Sticky (/ˈstɪki/), derived from the Old English word 'stician', is a term often used in the medical field to describe a substance that adheres or clings to surfaces. It is also used to describe certain medical conditions or symptoms.
Medical Usage
In the medical context, 'sticky' can refer to various conditions and symptoms. For instance, a sticky eye is a common condition in newborns where the eye becomes gummed up with a sticky, yellowish substance. Another example is sticky platelet syndrome, a rare and potentially serious condition where the platelets in the blood become overly sticky, leading to an increased risk of blood clots.
Related Terms
- Adhesion: The process of sticking or the state of being stuck. In medicine, it often refers to the abnormal joining of body tissues that are normally separate.
- Coagulation: The process by which blood changes from a liquid to a gel, forming a blood clot. This process can become problematic if the blood becomes too 'sticky'.
- Viscosity: A measure of a fluid's resistance to flow. It is often used in medical contexts to describe the 'stickiness' or thickness of bodily fluids, such as blood or mucus.
Etymology
The term 'sticky' comes from the Old English word 'stician', which means 'to adhere'. It has been used in the English language since at least the 14th century.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sticky
- Wikipedia's article - Sticky
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