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Nebulized: meaning, definitions and examples

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nebulized

 

[ ˈnɛb.ju.laɪzd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

medical treatment

Nebulized refers to the process of converting a liquid substance, usually a medication, into a fine mist or aerosol that can be inhaled into the lungs. This method is often used for patients with respiratory conditions like asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) to deliver medication effectively. Nebulization can allow for slower, deeper inhalation compared to other forms of inhalation therapy.

Synonyms

aerosolized, atomized.

Examples of usage

  • The doctor prescribed a nebulized medication for her asthma.
  • He used a nebulizer to breathe in the treatment.
  • Nebulized solutions can help deliver bronchodilators for quick relief.
  • Children often benefit from nebulized therapies during respiratory illnesses.

Translations

Translations of the word "nebulized" in other languages:

🇵🇹 nebulizado

🇮🇳 न्यूबुलाइज़्ड

🇩🇪 nebulisiert

🇮🇩 nebulisasi

🇺🇦 небуліозований

🇵🇱 nebulizowany

🇯🇵 ネブライザード

🇫🇷 nébulisé

🇪🇸 nebulizado

🇹🇷 nebulize edilmiş

🇰🇷 분무화된

🇸🇦 مبخر

🇨🇿 nebulizovaný

🇸🇰 nebulizovaný

🇨🇳 雾化的

🇸🇮 nebuliziran

🇮🇸 úðað

🇰🇿 тұманға айналған

🇬🇪 ნებულიზებული

🇦🇿 nebulizə edilmiş

🇲🇽 nebulizado

Etymology

The term 'nebulized' originates from the word 'nebulize,' which itself comes from the Latin 'nebula,' meaning 'mist' or 'fog.' The process of nebulization has its roots in the early 20th century as a means to deliver medication directly to the lungs, particularly for treating respiratory ailments. With advancements in technology, nebulizers evolved from simple, hand-operated devices to sophisticated machines that allow for controlled and efficient aerosol generation. Over time, nebulization has become a standard practice in respiratory medicine, providing patients with accessible treatment options and enhancing their quality of life.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,236, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.