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Medical Terminology

TermDefinition
BP Blood Pressure; the force of blood pushing against the walls of blood vessels.
CBC complete Blood Count; a blood test that measures different blood cells and helps check overall health.
CPR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation; an emergency procedure used to help restore breathing and circulation.
ECG/EKG Electrocardiogram : a test that records the electrical activity of the heart
BMI Body Mass Index : a measurement that compare a persons weight to their height
Alzheimer Disease A progressive brain disorder that cause memory loss, confusion and problems with thinking
Parkinson Disease A nervous system disorder that affects movement and can cause tremors and stiffness
Hodgkin Disease A Type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system , especially the lymph nodes
Crohn Disease A chronic inflammatory disease that affects the digestive tract
Down Syndrome A Genetic condition caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21 causing development and physical differences
Dermatitis inflammation of the skin that may cause redness ,itching ands irritation
Melanocyte A skin cell that produces melanin, the pigment responsible for skin color.
Epidermis The outermost layer of the skin that protects the body from the environment.
Sebaceous Gland A gland in the skin that produces sebum, an oily substance that helps protect and moisturize the skin.
Keratin A strong protein found in skin, hair, and nails that provides protection and strength.
Osteoarthritis Inflammation and degeneration of a joint usually caused by wear and tear
osteomyelitis inflammation of a bone and bone marrow
Arthralgia joint pain.
Osteoporosis weakening and thinning of the bones
Tendinitis inflammation of a tendon.
Encephalitis inflammation of the brain.
Meningitis inflammation of the meninges surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
Neuropathy disease or disorder of a nerve
Neuralgia nerve pain
Encephalopathy disease or disorder of the brain.
Otalgia ear pain.
Presbyopia age-related loss of the ability to focus on nearby objects..
Cataract clouding or opacity of the eye's lens
Glaucoma an eye disorder commonly associated with increased intraocular pressure.
Tinnitus ringing or other noises heard in the ears without an external source.
Hyperthyroidism overproduction of thyroid hormones.
Hypothyroidism underproduction of thyroid hormones.
Insulin hormone that helps control blood glucose levels.
Adrenal gland gland that produces hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline.
Pancreas organ that produces insulin and other hormones.
Lymphadenopathy enlargement of the lymph nodes.
Lymphoma cancer of the lymphatic system.
Lymphocyte type of white blood cell involved in immunity.
Lymphangitis inflammation of the lymphatic vessels
Cardiomegaly enlargement of the heart.
Tachycardia abnormally fast heart rate.
Bradycardia abnormally slow heart rate.
Hypertension High blood pressure.
Myocardial infarction Heart Attack
Pneumonia inflammation/infection of the lungs
Bronchitis inflammation of the bronchi
Dyspnea difficulty breathing
Gastritis inflammation of the stomach
Hepatomegaly enlargement of the liver
Gastroenteritis inflammation of the stomach and intestines
Nephrolithiasis kidney stones
Hematuria blood in the urine
Glucosuria glucose in the urine
Prostatitis inflammation of the prostate gland
Epididymitis inflammation of the epididymis
Orchitis – inflammation of a testis
Pneumothorax air in the pleural space around the lung
Nephroptosis downward displacement of a kidney
Hydrocele fluid buildup around a testicle
Oophoritis Inflammation of an ovary
Salpingitis Inflammation of a uterine (fallopian) tube
Hysterectomy Surgical removal of the uterus
Vaginitis Inflammation of the vagina
Dysmenorrhea Painful or difficult menstruation
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