paroksüsmiline

Paroksüsmiline is a term used in medicine to describe a condition or symptom that occurs in sudden, brief attacks or fits. It is often used to describe spasmodic muscular contractions, but can also refer to other sudden episodes of physical or mental disturbance. For example, a paroxysmal cough is a sudden, violent coughing fit, while paroxysmal atrial fibrillation is a type of irregular heartbeat that starts and stops abruptly. The word originates from the Greek word "paroxysmos," meaning irritation or exacerbation. Understanding that a condition is paroxysmal helps healthcare professionals to diagnose and manage it effectively, as the intermittent nature of the symptoms can be a key diagnostic clue. Treatment approaches often focus on preventing or managing these sudden episodes.