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Medical terminology
Lecture:3 Dr:-Fatima
General medical terms
Abdomen:- the portion of the body between the thorax and the pelvis.
abduction, the process of abducting; opposite of adduction.
adduction, the process of bringing two objects toward each other; the opposite of abduction
absorption
1. the passage of a substance into the interior of another by solution or penetration.
2. the taking up of fluids or other substances by the skin, mucous surfaces, absorbent vessels, or dental materials so that they are removed.
3. the process by which radiation imparts some or all of its energy to any material through which it passes.
abstinence self-restraint, especially from harmful substances
dehydration 1. the removal of water (from the body or tissue). 2. a decrease in serum fluid coupled with the loss of interstitial fluid from the body. It is associated with disturbances in fluid and electrolyte balance.
Diabetes a deficiency condition involving carbohydrate metabolism and characterized by increased urination
fermentation a chemical change that is brought about in a substance by the action of an enzyme or micro-organism, especially the anaerobic conversion of foodstuffs to certain products such as acetic fermentation, alcoholic fermentation.
fertility the ability to reproduce
acellular not composed of or having cells
Acinus 1. saclike cavity present in a gland or the lungs.
hypoxia, metabolic a type resulting from an increased tissue demand for oxygen.
Accelerator
1. a substance that increases rapidity of action or function
2. a catalyst or other substance that hastens a chemical reaction (e.g., for example, NaCl added to water and plaster to hasten the set).
3. a film-developing solution of potassium hydroxide or sodium carbonate used to enlarge the emulsion and to establish an alkaline
acidemia a decreased pH level of the blood, irrespective of changes in the blood bicarbonate.
acidosis pathologic disturbance of the acid-base balance of the body characterized by an excess of acid or inadequate base. Causes include acid ingestion, increased acid production such as that seen in diabetes mellitus or starvation, or loss of base through the kidneys or intestine.
Infection an invasion of the tissues of the body by disease-producing microorganisms and the reaction of these tissues to the microorganisms and/or their toxins. The mere presence of microorganisms without reaction is not evidence of infection.
jaundice a condition characterized by an abnormal accumulation of bilirubin (red bile pigment) in the blood and manifested by a yellowish discoloration of the skin, mucous membranes, and cornea. It presents with hemolytic anemias, biliary obstruction, hepatitis, cholangiolitis, and cirrhosis of the liver. Oral mucosa may be pigmented
Acromegaly condition caused by hyperfunction of the pituitary gland in adults. Characterized by enlargement of the skeletal extremities, including the feet, hands, mandible, and nose
Cancer a malignant neoplasm. The term is sometimes incorrectly used to include any neoplasm, whether benign or malignant. Carcinoma and sarcoma are more specific terms.
Action potential n electric impulse consisting of a selfpropagating series of polarizations and depolarizations, transmitted across the cell membranes of a nerve fiber during the transmission of a nerve impulse
Acuity harpness; clearness; keenness.
Auditory acuity, n the sensitivity of the auditory apparatus; sharpness of hearing. The ability to hear a given tone with respect to the degree of intensity required to produce a sensation that is just perceptible
Acute adj pertaining to a traumatic, pathologic, or physiologic phenomenon or process having a short and relatively severe course. Antonym: chronic
Adjuvant an auxiliary active ingredient that supports the action of the basic drug.
Amenorrhea the absence or abnormal cessation of the menstrual cycle.
Amoeba protozoa that uses extensions of its cytoplasm, called pseudopodia, to move. Some varieties of amoebae are implicated in human infection. Also spelled ameba(s).
Amorphous having no specific space lattice, the molecules being distributed at random.
Anabolism the constructive process by which substances are converted from simple to complex forms by living cells; constructive metabolism.
Analgesia an insensibility to pain without loss of consciousness; a state in which painful stimuli are not perceived or interpreted as pain; usually induced by a drug, although trauma or a disease process may produce a general or regional analgesia.
Adolescence the period of development between the onset of puberty and adulthood. This period is generally marked by the appearance of secondary sex characteristics, usually from 11 to 13 years of age, and spans the teen years
Adrenalectomy the surgical removal of one or both of the adrenal glands or the resection of a portion of one or both of the adrenal glands.
Adsorption a natural process whereby molecules of a gas or liquid adhere to the surface of a solid.
adverse reactions unfavorable reactions resulting from administration of a local anesthetic; responsible factors include the drug used, concentration, and route of administration.
cartilage, na derivative of connective tissue arising from the mesenchyme. Typical hyaline type is a flexible, rather elastic material with a semitransparent, glasslike appearance. Its intercellular substance is a complex protein (chondromucoid) through which is distributed a large network of connective tissue fibers.
Agenesis the defective development or congenital absence of parts.
Agranulocytosis a decrease in the number of granulocytes in peripheral blood resulting from bone marrow depression by drugs and chemicals or replacement by a neoplasm. Oral lesions are ulceronecrotic, involving the gingivae, tongue, buccal mucosa, or lips. Regional lymphadenopathy and lymphadenitis are prevalent
Airway 1. a clear passageway for air into and out of the lungs. 2. a device for securing unobstructed respiration during general anesthesia or in states of unconsciousness.
Ala winglike cutaneouscovered cartilaginous structure on the lateral aspect of the external naris of the nose.
Alkalosis a disturbance of acid-base balance and water balance, characterized by an excess of alkali or a deficiency of acids.
alopecia the loss of hair. Various types with varying causes.
Anemia a term indicating that the concentration of hemoglobin or the number of red blood cells is below the accepted normal value with respect to age and gender. In true anemia the total concentration of hemoglobin, or the total number of erythrocytes, is below normal regardless of concentration values. Symptoms, which may not be evident, include weakness, pallor, anorexia, and those related to the cause of the anemia
Adhesion 1. the attraction of unlike molecules for one another. 2. the molecular attraction existing between surfaces in close contact. 3. the condition in which a material sticks to itself or another material
anorexia,(anohrek´seeuh), n the partial or complete loss of appetite for food
antibodies that react with it when introduced parenterally into an individual or species to which it is foreign
antibiotic,(an´tibaiot´ik), n an organic substance produced by one of several microorganisms, especially certain molds, that is capable, in low concentration, of destroying or inhibiting the growth of certain other microorganisms
antigen a substance(forgien)
, usually a protein, that elicits the formation of antibody
cardiac relating to the heart
artery, n a blood vessel through which the blood passes away from the heart to the various structures.
Bacteremia 1. the presence of bacteria in the bloodstream. It may be transient, intermittent, or continuous. Transient bacteremia may result from dental procedures such as extraction and adult prophylaxis or it may accompany the early phases of many infections. Continuous bacteremia is a feature of endocarditis. n 2. the presence of bacteria in the blood (e.g., as occurs during adult prophylaxis of a patient with the risk of complications due to bacteremia).
bacteria 1. small, unicellular microorganisms of the kingdom Monera. The genera vary morphologically, being spheric (cocci), rod-shaped (bacilli), spiral (spirochetes), or comma-shaped (vibrios). n 2. the phylum in which these microorganisms are classified.
Atrophy a progressive, acquired decrease in the size of a normally developed cell, tissue, or organ. Atrophy may result from a decrease in cell size, number of cells, or both.
benign condition that, untreated or with symptomatic therapy, will not become life threatening. It is used particularly in relation to tumors, which may be benign or malignant. They do not invade surrounding tissues and do not metastasize to other parts of the body. The word is slightly imprecise, as some can, due to mass effect, cause life-threatening complications
biopsy,(bai´opsee), n the removal of a tissue specimen or other material from the living body for microscopic examination to aid in establishing a diagnosis
biosynthesis, n the formation of a chemical compound by enzymes
cachexia n the weakness, loss of weight, atrophy, and emaciation caused by severe or chronic disease such as with AIDS.polishing of soft golds
المادة المعروضة اعلاه هي مدخل الى المحاضرة المرفوعة بواسطة استاذ(ة) المادة . وقد تبدو لك غير متكاملة . حيث يضع استاذ المادة في بعض الاحيان فقط الجزء الاول من المحاضرة من اجل الاطلاع على ما ستقوم بتحميله لاحقا . في نظام التعليم الالكتروني نوفر هذه الخدمة لكي نبقيك على اطلاع حول محتوى الملف الذي ستقوم بتحميله .
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