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Med Term

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MRI Magnetic Resonance Imaging; a scan that uses magnets and radio waves to create detailed images of organs and tissues.
CT Computed Tomography; an imaging procedure that combines multiple X-ray images to create cross-sectional views of the body.
CBC Complete Blood Count; a blood test used to evaluate overall health and detect infections or anemia.
EKG Electrocardiogram; a test that records the electrical activity of the heart.
BP Blood Pressure; the force of blood pushing against artery walls.
HR Heart Rate; the number of heartbeats per minute.
Rx Prescription; medication or treatment ordered by a healthcare provider.
Hx History; refers to a patients past medical conditions
Dx Diagnosis; identification of a disease or condition.
Tx Treatment; medical care given to a patient for an illness or condition
Parkinson's disease A disorder of the nervous system that affects movement and causes tremors.
Alzheimer's disease A progressive disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior.
Crohn's disease A chronic inflammatory disease of the digestive tract.
Hodgkin's lymphoma A type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system.
Down syndrome A genetic disorder caused by an extra chromosome 21, leading to developmental delays
Hypertension High blood pressure
Bradycardia Abnormally slow heart rate (less than 60 beats per minute).
Tachycardia Abnormally fast heart rate (over 100 beats per minute).
Anemia A condition where there are not enough healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen
Edema Swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in body tissues.
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