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Medical terms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Noncontributory | Not related to this specific problem. |
| Febrile | To have fever. |
| Marked | It really stands out. |
| Auscultation | To listen. |
| Degeneration | To be getting worse. |
| Sequela | A problem resulting from disease or injury. |
| Idiopathic | No known specific cause, it just happens. |
| Etiology | The cause |
| Palliative | Treating the symptoms, but not actually getting rid of the cause. |
| Prophylaxis | Preventive treatment. |