Neuropathic: meaning, definitions and examples

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neuropathic

 

[ njuːrəˈpæθɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

medical condition

Neuropathic refers to a type of pain that arises from damage to or dysfunction of the nervous system. Unlike other types of pain that may be caused by injury or inflammation, neuropathic pain typically results from conditions such as diabetes, multiple sclerosis, or certain infections, leading to sensations of burning, tingling, or sensitivity in the affected areas.

Synonyms

nerve pain, neurogenic pain, psychogenic pain

Examples of usage

  • Patients with diabetic neuropathy often experience neuropathic pain.
  • Neuropathic pain can significantly impact a person's quality of life.
  • Certain medications can help alleviate neuropathic pain symptoms.

Translations

Translations of the word "neuropathic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 neuropático

🇮🇳 तंत्रिका संबंधी

🇩🇪 neuropathisch

🇮🇩 neuropatik

🇺🇦 нейропатичний

🇵🇱 neuropatyczny

🇯🇵 神経障害性の

🇫🇷 neuropathique

🇪🇸 neuropático

🇹🇷 nöropatik

🇰🇷 신경병증의

🇸🇦 عصبي

🇨🇿 neuropatický

🇸🇰 neuropatický

🇨🇳 神经病理的

🇸🇮 nevropatski

🇮🇸 taugaþjald

🇰🇿 нейропатиялық

🇬🇪 ნეიროპათიური

🇦🇿 neyropatik

🇲🇽 neuropático

Word origin

The term 'neuropathic' is derived from the combination of 'neuro-' and 'pathic.' The prefix 'neuro-' comes from the Greek word 'neuron,' meaning 'nerve.' It refers to the complex networks of nerves that are essential for transmitting signals throughout the body. The suffix '-pathic' originates from the Greek 'pathos,' meaning 'suffering' or 'disease.' The use of 'neuropathic' in medical terminology began to gain traction in the late 19th century as advancements in neurology and a better understanding of the nervous system emerged. As the medical community started recognizing various nervous system disorders, the distinction of neuropathic pain was established, highlighting its unique characteristics compared to other pain types. Over time, neuropathic conditions have been studied extensively, and the understanding of their mechanisms has led to the development of targeted treatments.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,051, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.