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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| dyspnea | shortness of breath |
| dysmenorrhea | pain with menstruation |
| dyspareunia | pain when sexual intercourse or other sexual activity that involves penetration is attempted or pain during these activities |
| catabolism | set of metabolic pathways that break down molecules into smaller units and release energy |
| polyphagia | excessive hunger |
| polydipsia | excessive thirst |
| peritonitis | infection of the abdominal cavity (can be caused by burst appendix) |