Numb
Numb (pronounced: /nʌm/)
Etymology
The term "numb" originates from the Old English word "niman," which means "to take or seize." It was first used in the 14th century to describe a lack of physical sensation.
Definition
Numb refers to a state of physical sensation where there is a loss or reduction of feeling. This can occur in a specific area of the body, such as when a limb "falls asleep," or it can be more generalized, such as in cases of hypothermia or certain neurological conditions.
Related Terms
- Anesthesia: A state of controlled, temporary loss of sensation or awareness. It is typically induced for medical procedures.
- Paresthesia: An abnormal sensation, typically tingling or pricking (“pins and needles”), caused chiefly by pressure on or damage to peripheral nerves.
- Neuropathy: Disease or dysfunction of one or more peripheral nerves, typically causing numbness or weakness.
- Hypothermia: A medical emergency that occurs when your body loses heat faster than it can produce heat, causing a dangerously low body temperature.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Numb
- Wikipedia's article - Numb
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