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From

Depatrment of physiology

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What isPhysiology?

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The term physiology is derived from GREEK wordPHYSIOLOGIA functions of the living organism.

Physiology is defined as the study of functions.

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Two organs continue work whole lifewithout rest.

1) Lungs &

2) Heart.

o Why not they become fatigue?

o We can increase or decrease or evenstop our respiration.

o

But why not our heart?

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With the help of physiology we can knowwhich changes are normal & which areabnormal.

On the basis of physiology we can also treat

many diseases like diarrhoea, vomiting, peptic

ulcer etc.

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To undestand physiology you

should know1) Physics,

2) Chemistry &

3) Anatomy. Physiology is essential to

understand - Biochemistry,

Pharmacology, Pathology &Medicine.

Most of the Nobel prize winners ofmedical science are physiologist.

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Dont miss any lecture.

Be punctual & regular reading.

Keep two dictionaries during study1. English to Gujarati and

2. Medical dictionary

Pick up the time by the forceps thensuccess will be your.

Suggestions

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Thanks&

Good luck