Wheels
Wheels (Medicine)
Wheels (pronunciation: /wiːlz/) is a term used in the medical field to describe certain physical characteristics or symptoms. The term is derived from the Old English word 'hweol', which means 'circular object'.
Definition
In medicine, the term 'wheels' is often used to describe circular, wheel-like formations that can appear on the skin due to various conditions. These formations can be a symptom of conditions such as urticaria (hives), where they are often red, itchy, and raised.
Etymology
The term 'wheels' in the medical context has its roots in the Old English word 'hweol', which means 'circular object'. This is due to the circular, wheel-like appearance of the formations that the term describes.
Related Terms
- Urticaria: A skin condition characterized by the appearance of wheels, which are often red, itchy, and raised.
- Dermatology: The branch of medicine that deals with the skin and its diseases, including conditions that can cause the appearance of wheels.
- Allergy: A hypersensitivity disorder of the immune system, which can cause conditions such as urticaria that result in the appearance of wheels.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Wheels
- Wikipedia's article - Wheels
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