Term | Definition |
Solute | the minor component in a solution, dissolved in the solvent |
Solvent | the liquid in which a solute is dissolved to form a solution |
Reconstitution | to provide with a new structure |
Powder | a product in the form of discrete usually fine particles |
Mortality | the state of death |
Morbidity | the relative incidence of a particular disease |
Cream | a cocmetically acceptable oil-in-water emulsion for topical use on the skin |
Ointment | a semisolid emulsion for topical use on the skin |
Tincture | a medicine made by dissolving a drug in alcohol |
Spirits | an alcoholic or hydroalcoholic solution containing volatile, aromatic ingredients |
Rhinitis | inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose |
Tinnitus | ringing or buzzing in the ears |
Tympanic membrane | a membrane forming part of the organ of hearing, which vibrates in response to sound waves |
Eustachian tube | a narrow passage leading from the pharynx to the cavity of the middle ear, permitting the equalization of pressure on each side of the eardrum |
Sputum | a mixture of saliva and mucus couched up from the respiratory tract, typically as a result of infection or other disease and often examined microscopically to aid medical diagnosis |
Gingivitis | inflammation of the gums |
Galucoma | a condition of increased pressure within the eyeball, causing loss of sight |
Cerumen | ear wax |
Mucus | a slimy substance typically not miscible with water, secreted by mucous membranes and glands for lubrication |
Sebum | an oily secretion of the sebaceous glands |