Medical Terminology

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  1. 3. a severe lung condition that can occur in response to injury or infection.
  2. 9. a group of lung diseases that make it difficult to breathe.
  3. 11. the formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel.
  4. 12. a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.
  5. 14. the removal of dead or damaged tissue from a wound to promote healing.
  6. 18. a sudden and severe onset of symptoms or illness.
  7. 19. a blockage in a blood vessel, usually caused by a blood clot or other debris.
  8. 24. a flexible tube inserted into the body to remove or deliver fluids.
  9. 25. the high number in a blood pressure reading that indicates the pressure in the arteries when heart is contracting.
  10. 26. high blood pressure.
  11. 29. a parasitic disease transmitted by infected mosquitoes.
  12. 30. a lack of blood flow to an area of the body, usually caused by a blockage in a blood vessel.
  13. 32. a localized response to injury or infection that is characterized by redness, swelling, warmth.
  14. 35. a test that measures the electrical activity of the heart.
  15. 36. a chronic neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement and coordination.
  16. 37. a condition in which stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing irritation and discomfort.
  17. 38. a class of diseases that affect the heart and blood vessels.
  18. 39. a condition in which the heart cannot pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs.
  19. 40. a chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar levels.
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  1. 1. a preventative treatment used to protect against a particular disease or infection.
  2. 2. a blood vessel that carries oxygenated blood from the heart to other parts of the body.
  3. 4. a surgical procedure in which an opening is made in the neck and a tube is inserted into the windpipe to help with breathing.
  4. 5. a highly contagious viral infection that affects the respiratory system.
  5. 6. a chronic lung disease that causes inflammation and narrowing or the airways.
  6. 7. the lower number in a blood pressure reading that indicates the pressure in the arteries when the heart is resting.
  7. 8. commonly known as a heart attack, occurs when blood flow to a part of the heart is blocked, causing damage to the heart muscle.
  8. 10. high blood pressure.
  9. 13. a chronic autoimmune disease that causes inflammation and damage to the joints.
  10. 15. a condition characterized by weak brittle bones.
  11. 16. specialized medical care for people with serious illnesses that focuses on providing relief from symptoms and improving quality of life.
  12. 17. loss of sensation of feeling, usually achieved through medication.
  13. 20. a disruption in blood flow to the brain that can cause damage to brain tissue.
  14. 21. a virus that attacks the immune system and can lead to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).
  15. 22. a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system.
  16. 23. the process of breathing, or the mechanical assistance of breathing, in patients who are unable to breathe on their own.
  17. 24. a group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells.
  18. 27. a condition or disease that is long lasting or recurrent.
  19. 28. a loss of bladder control, resulting in the accidental release of urine.
  20. 31. a method of delivering fluids or medications directly into a vein.
  21. 33. an irregular heartbeat.
  22. 34. a medication that prevents blood clots.