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CNS Terms
UAMS Dispensing CNS Terms
Definition | Term |
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irrational fear of open spaces or public places | agoraphobia |
fear of pain | algophobia |
inequality of pupil diameter | anisocoria |
lack or loss of appetite | anorexia |
lack of strength or energy | asthenia |
grinding or clenching of teeth usually occurring during sleep | bruxism |
double vision | diplopia |
a speech disorder consisting of imperfect articulation | dysarthria |
perversion of the sense of taste | dysgeusia |
synonym of dysguesia | parageusia |
inpaired digestion | dyspepsia |
difficulty in swallowing | dysphagia |
inflammation of the brain | encephalitis |
abnormal protrusion of the eyeball | exophthalmos |
small local contractions of muscle visible through the skin | fasciculation |
presence of excess amounts of gas in the stomach or intestine | flatulence |
enlargement of gum tissue produced by factors other than local irritation | gingival hyperplasia |
inflammation of the tongue | glossitis |
yawning | hiation |
synonym for hiation | oscitation |
transitional state preceding sleep | hypnagogic |
exceptionally acute hearing | hyperacusis |
diminished sensitivity to touch | hypoesthesia |
synonym of hypoesthesia | hypesthesia |
involuntary, rapid, rhythmic movement of the eyeball | nystagmus |
a sensation of burning, prickling, or tingling on the skin | parasthesia |
drooping of the upper eyelid | ptosis |
drowsiness | somnolence |
snore | stertor |