Medical Term T

1. A bacterial infection characterized by muscle stiffness and spasms, commonly known as lockjaw.
3. Involuntary shaking or trembling, often seen in conditions like Parkinson’s disease.
6. A condition characterized by an abnormally low number of platelets in the blood, leading to increased bleeding and bruising
8. A condition in which the neck muscles contract, causing the head to twist to one side.
9. Inflammation of the tonsils, often due to infection, causing sore throat and difficulty swallowing.
11. Surgical reconstruction of the eardrum and/or bones of the middle ear to restore hearing.
12. Surgical removal of all or part of the thyroid gland.

2. The formation of a blood clot within a blood vessel, obstructing blood flow.
4. A contagious bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs but can spread to other organs.
5. An infection caused by the Toxoplasma gondii parasite, often spread through contaminated food or cat feces.
7. A surgical procedure to create an opening in the neck to access the trachea, allowing air to reach the lungs.
8. Inflammation of a tendon, often due to overuse or injury, causing pain and restricted movement.
10. An abnormally rapid heart rate, usually over 100 beats per minute in adults.
11. A ringing or buzzing sound in the ears without an external source.