pathology

Meanings

• noun

  The study of the nature, causes, development, and consequences of diseases.

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Synonyms

abnormality , disease , illness , pathosis

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Variants

List of all variants of pathology that leads to same result
pathologies , pathology

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'pathos' meaning 'suffering' and 'logia' meaning 'study of'.

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Trivia

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1. Pathology was one of the first medical disciplines to use microscopes to study diseases.

2. The oldest known medical textbook, the Ebers Papyrus, contains descriptions of various diseases and their causes, making it an early example of pathology.

3. The study of pathology has led to numerous medical breakthroughs, including the discovery of the causes of tuberculosis, polio, and HIV/AIDS.

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Related Concepts

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1. Anatomy: Anatomy is the study of the structure of organisms and their parts. It is closely related to pathology as understanding the structure of the body is essential for diagnosing and treating diseases.

2. Microbiology: Microbiology is the study of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. Pathology often involves the identification and diagnosis of infections caused by these microorganisms.

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Culture

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Pathology has been a significant part of medical research and diagnosis for centuries. It has been depicted in various forms of literature, art, and music, often highlighting the human condition and the struggle against disease.

How to Memorize "pathology"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a microscope examining a tissue sample. Visualize the pathologist identifying abnormal cells and determining the cause of the disease.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'pathology' with the word 'diagnosis'. Remember that pathology is the study of diseases, and diagnosing diseases is a crucial part of the medical field.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'People Eat Right All Year' to remember the different forms of pathology: 'Pathology' (study of diseases), 'Etiology' (study of causes), 'Epidemiology' (study of populations), 'Anatomy' (study of structure), 'Microbiology' (study of microorganisms).

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