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Ch.5-Pathology-Pt.4
The Language of Medicine-8th Edition
Question | Answer |
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hemorrhoids | swollen, twisted, varicose veins in the rectal region |
ileus | farilure of peristalsis |
intussusception | telescoping of the intestines |
irritable bowel syndrome | group of gastrointestinal symptoms associated with stress and tension |
ulcerative colitis | chronic inflammation of the colon with presence of ulcers |
volvulus | twisting of the intestine on itself |
cholelithiasis | gallstones in the gallbladder |
cirrhosis | chronic degenerative disease of the liver |
pancreatitis | inflammation of the pancreas |
viral hepatitis | inflammation of the liver caused by a virus |