Adenology
Adenology
Adenology (pronounced: ad-uh-nol-uh-jee) is a branch of medicine that deals with the structure, functions, diseases, and pathology of the glands. The term is derived from the Greek words "aden" meaning gland, and "logia" meaning study.
Etymology
The term "Adenology" is derived from two Greek words: "aden" (ἀδήν) which means gland, and "logia" (λογία) which means study. Thus, it literally translates to "the study of glands".
Related Terms
- Endocrinology: This is the study of the endocrine system, which is composed of glands that produce and secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream.
- Pathology: This is the study of disease, including the causes, development, and effects on the body.
- Histology: This is the study of the microscopic structure of tissues, which often includes the study of cells and tissues of glands.
- Gland: This is an organ in the human or animal body which secretes particular chemical substances for use in the body or for discharge into the surroundings.
Diseases and Conditions
Adenology encompasses the study of various diseases and conditions related to glands, including:
- Adenitis: This is the inflammation of a gland.
- Adenoma: This is a benign tumor that originates in glandular tissue.
- Adenocarcinoma: This is a type of cancer that starts in the glands.
- Adenopathy: This is the disease of a gland, often used to refer to swollen lymph nodes (lymphadenopathy).
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Adenology
- Wikipedia's article - Adenology
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