desordens

Desordens is a Portuguese term used to describe abnormalities or disruptions in the normal functioning of a biological, psychological, or social system. In health contexts, it is commonly translated as "disorders" or "disturbances" and encompasses a wide range of clinical conditions.

In medicine and related fields, desordens cover many categories, including mental health disorders (desordens mentais), neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders, sleep disorders, digestive or gastrointestinal disorders, endocrine and metabolic disorders, cardiovascular and respiratory disorders, and movement or sensory disorders. Conditions can be acute or chronic, and may result from genetic, environmental, infectious, or unknown factors. The term also extends to disturbances in homeostasis or organization of physiological processes.

Diagnosis typically relies on clinical evaluation, patient history, and sometimes laboratory tests, imaging, or functional studies. Classification systems such as the DSM-5 and the ICD-11 are used for consistency. Treatment depends on the disorder and may include medications, psychotherapy, lifestyle changes, rehabilitation, or surgery, often coordinated by a multidisciplinary team.

Public health perspectives address prevalence, impact on functioning, access to care, and stigma. Advances in research seek to clarify causes, improve early detection, and develop more effective therapies and preventive strategies.