FISTULOUS Meaning and
Definition
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Fistulous is an adjective that describes something characterized by the presence or formation of a fistula. A fistula is an abnormal passage or connection between two body cavities, organs, or tissues that are not normally connected. It can also refer to an abnormal opening on the surface of the body that leads to a body cavity or hollow organ.
In medical terms, fistulous often pertains to conditions such as fistulae in the digestive system, wherein an abnormal opening forms between two parts of the gastrointestinal tract, or between the gastrointestinal tract and the skin surface. This can cause the leakage of fluids or contents between these areas, leading to various symptoms and complications depending on its location and severity. Fistulous conditions may also be found in other areas of the body, such as the urinary tract, respiratory system, or reproductive organs.
The term fistulous is derived from the Latin word "fistula," which translates to "pipe" or "tube." It is commonly used by healthcare professionals when describing or diagnosing medical conditions involving abnormal connections or passageways in the body. Additionally, the term can be extended to metaphorical or figurative contexts to describe non-medical situations, such as a problematic or abnormal relationship between two entities or systems.
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Relating to or containing a fistula.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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Of the nature of a fistula; in bot., hollow, like the stems of grasses.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for FISTULOUS
Etymology of FISTULOUS
The word "fistulous" is derived from the Latin word "fistula", which means "pipe" or "tube". In Latin, "fistula" was used to refer to a narrow, hollow channel or tube-like structure. Over time, the word expanded in meaning and came to be used in medical contexts to describe abnormal passages or channels that form between body tissues or organs. Thus, "fistulous" describes anything pertaining to or resembling a fistula.
Similar spelling words for FISTULOUS
- fictile,
- FASTELISA,
- Fistulas,
- fistulina,
- festals,
- fistula,
- Fistulose,
- vestless,
- VSTLS,
- feastless,
- vistualise,
- fistulate,
- Vestales,
- fistularia,
- fistules,
- vistaless,
- vestals,
- fistular.
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