Nonhealing: meaning, definitions and examples
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nonhealing
[ nɒnˈhiːlɪŋ ]
medical condition
Nonhealing refers to a condition where a wound or injury does not heal as expected. This can occur for various reasons, including infection, underlying health conditions, or inadequate blood supply. Nonhealing wounds may require medical intervention for proper treatment.
Synonyms
chronic, incurable, persistent.
Examples of usage
- The patient was diagnosed with a nonhealing ulcer.
- Nonhealing injuries can lead to serious complications.
- Doctors often assess nonhealing wounds for signs of infection.
- Chronic diseases can contribute to nonhealing conditions.
Translations
Translations of the word "nonhealing" in other languages:
🇵🇹 não curativo
🇮🇳 गैर-चिकित्सा
🇩🇪 nicht heilend
🇮🇩 tidak menyembuhkan
🇺🇦 некуративний
🇵🇱 nieleczący
🇯🇵 治癒しない
🇫🇷 non guérissant
🇪🇸 no curativo
🇹🇷 iyileşmeyen
🇰🇷 치유되지 않는
🇸🇦 غير شافٍ
🇨🇿 neuzdravující
🇸🇰 neuzdravujúci
🇨🇳 不愈的
🇸🇮 neozdravljiv
🇮🇸 ekki læknandi
🇰🇿 емделмейтін
🇬🇪 არასახელმწიფოებრივი
🇦🇿 şəfa verməyən
🇲🇽 no curativo
Etymology
The term 'nonhealing' is derived from the prefix 'non-', which signifies negation or absence, combined with the word 'healing', originating from the Old English 'halian', meaning to make whole or sound. The concept of healing has been central to medical practices throughout history, but the classification of wounds or injuries that do not heal has gained importance in modern medicine due to the increasing prevalence of chronic conditions. The use of 'nonhealing' in a medical context has emerged particularly in the last century, reflecting advances in understanding wound care and the physiological processes involved in healing. As healthcare providers continue to explore the reasons behind nonhealing wounds, this term has become crucial in diagnosing and treating various health issues.