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Deciphering the Code
Unit 2 Discussion
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Periosteum | A thin membrane on the outside of the bones, it can protect them and help them heal. |
| Carpal | Bones forming the wrist |
| Intercostal | Space between ribs |
| Tibialgia | Pain in the tibia. (larger inner bone in the lower leg) |
| Tarsitis | Inflammation of the tarsus of the foot. (ankle) |
| Craniomalacia | Softening of the bones of the skull. |
| cerebropathy | hypochondriacal condition verging upon insanity, occurring in those whose brains have been unduly taxed |
| microcephaly | a condition where a baby's head is much smaller than expected |
| meningitis | an inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord |
| neuropathy | disease or dysfunction of one or more peripheral nerves |
| myelitis | inflammation of the spinal cord |
| optometrist | person who practices optometry (vision, eye health) |
| dacryorrhea | excessive flow of tears. |
| Blepharoplasty | surgical reconstruction of the eyelid. |
| scleritis | inflammation in the episcleral and scleral tissues with injection in both superficial and deep episcleral vessels |
| cycloplegia | paralysis of the ciliary muscle of the eye |