Revulsion
Revulsion is a strong feeling of disgust or repulsion. It is often used in a medical context to describe a patient's reaction to a particularly unpleasant treatment or diagnosis.
Definition[edit | edit source]
Revulsion is a strong, often sudden, feeling of dislike or disgust. It can be triggered by a variety of stimuli, including unpleasant sights, smells, tastes, or thoughts. In a medical context, revulsion can be a reaction to a particularly unpleasant treatment or diagnosis.
Causes[edit | edit source]
Revulsion can be caused by a variety of factors. These can include:
- Unpleasant sights: Seeing something that is visually disturbing can trigger a feeling of revulsion. This can include anything from a graphic injury to a disturbing image.
- Unpleasant smells: Certain smells can also trigger revulsion. This is often the case with smells associated with decay or disease.
- Unpleasant tastes: Similarly, certain tastes can cause a feeling of revulsion. This is often the case with tastes associated with spoiled or rotten food.
- Unpleasant thoughts: Sometimes, even the thought of something can cause revulsion. This is often the case with thoughts of violence or harm.
In Medicine[edit | edit source]
In medicine, revulsion is often used to describe a patient's reaction to a particularly unpleasant treatment or diagnosis. This can be a significant barrier to treatment, as a patient's revulsion can make them reluctant to undergo necessary procedures or take prescribed medications.
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