Lesioned: meaning, definitions and examples

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lesioned

 

[ˈliːʒ.ənd ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adjective

medical condition

The term 'lesioned' refers to having or characterized by a lesion, which is a region in an organ or tissue that has suffered damage through injury or disease. Lesions can occur in various tissues, including skin, organs, and nervous systems, leading to various symptoms depending on their location and severity. They may be caused by infections, inflammation, trauma, or other pathological processes. Lesioned tissues may require medical attention for diagnosis and treatment.

Synonyms

affected, damaged, injured.

Examples of usage

  • The doctor examined the lesioned area on the patient's skin.
  • MRI showed that the brain was lesioned due to the stroke.
  • In research, lesioned animals are often used to study neurological recovery.
  • The pathologist reported lesioned tissues that indicated chronic inflammation.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word comes from the Latin 'laesio', meaning 'harm' or 'injury'.
  • The suffix '-ed' indicates that something has already happened or been affected.

Medical Science

  • Lesions can occur in various tissues of the body, including the skin, organs, and even in the brain.
  • They may be caused by diseases, infections, or injuries and can be classified as benign or malignant depending on their nature.
  • Some lesions heal on their own, while others may require medical treatment such as surgery or medication.

Psychology

  • In psychological studies, certain brain lesions can help researchers understand the relationship between brain areas and behavior.
  • Damage to specific parts of the brain may affect memory, emotion, or physical abilities, leading to insights into different mental processes.

Literature

  • Lesions are often used metaphorically in literature to signify emotional wounds or trauma.
  • Many authors explore the theme of physical and psychological scars through characters experiencing pain from injuries or illnesses.

Pop Culture

  • The portrayal of medical conditions in films and books often includes characters with visible lesions, aiming to evoke sympathy or illustrate struggle.
  • Reality TV shows like 'The Real World' sometimes document individuals dealing with injuries, giving audiences insight into the impacts of lesions on daily life.

Translations

Translations of the word "lesioned" in other languages:

🇵🇹 lesionado

🇮🇳 घायल

🇩🇪 geschädigt

🇮🇩 terluka

🇺🇦 ушкоджений

🇵🇱 uszkodzony

🇯🇵 損傷した

🇫🇷 lésé

🇪🇸 lesionado

🇹🇷 yaralı

🇰🇷 손상된

🇸🇦 مصاب

🇨🇿 poškozený

🇸🇰 poškodený

🇨🇳 受伤的

🇸🇮 poškodovan

🇮🇸 meiddur

🇰🇿 жараланған

🇬🇪 დაზიანებული

🇦🇿 zədələnmiş

🇲🇽 lesionado