Droplet
Droplet is a small volume of liquid, bound by surface tension into a spherical shape. A droplet can exist in the atmosphere, as a particle of water or other liquid suspended in air. In medicine, droplets are often associated with the transmission of diseases, as pathogens can be carried within droplets expelled by an infected individual.
Overview[edit | edit source]
A droplet is a small volume of liquid, bound by surface tension into a spherical shape. Droplets can exist in the atmosphere, as particles of water or other liquid suspended in air. In the context of medicine, droplets are often associated with the transmission of diseases, as pathogens can be carried within droplets expelled by an infected individual.
Medical Significance[edit | edit source]
In the medical field, droplets are of particular interest due to their role in the transmission of diseases. Many infectious diseases, including influenza, tuberculosis, and COVID-19, can be spread through droplets that are expelled when an infected individual coughs, sneezes, or talks. These droplets can then be inhaled by another individual, leading to infection.
Droplet Transmission[edit | edit source]
Droplet transmission is a mode of transmission for infectious agents that involves small droplets. These droplets can be generated when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. Droplet transmission can also occur when a person touches a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touches their own mouth, nose, or eyes.
Prevention of Droplet Transmission[edit | edit source]
Prevention of droplet transmission is an important aspect of infection control. Measures to prevent droplet transmission include wearing face masks, practicing good hand hygiene, and maintaining physical distance from infected individuals.
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