Medical Terminologies
Across
- 2. Chest pain or discomfort resulting from reduced blood flow to the heart, often signaling underlying heart issues.
- 3. An organism that walks on two legs; commonly refers to humans and some birds.
- 5. An area of abnormal tissue change or damage, which may indicate disease, such as sores or tumors.
- 8. A type of cancer that begins in the epithelial cells, which line organs and tissues.
- 11. Inflammation of one or more joints, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.
- 14. A non-cancerous growth or condition that is not harmful to health and does not spread.
- 17. A condition characterized by abnormally low levels of blood glucose, leading to symptoms like dizziness, sweating, and confusion.
- 18. A procedure to remove a tissue sample for diagnostic analysis, often used to detect cancer or other diseases.
- 19. A bacterial infection of the skin and underlying tissues, marked by redness, swelling, and tenderness.
- 20. A condition that appears suddenly and is often severe but typically lasts a short time.
Down
- 1. Referring to cancerous cells or tumors that can invade nearby tissues and metastasize to other areas of the body.
- 3. The application of statistical methods to analyze and interpret data related to biological, health, and medical research.
- 4. Inflammation of the pericardium, the protective sac surrounding the heart, often causing chest pain.
- 6. A small growth on a mucous membrane that can be benign or precancerous, commonly found in areas like the colon.
- 7. Relating to the brain; often used to describe conditions or functions associated with brain activity.
- 9. Inflammation of the brain, usually caused by infection, leading to symptoms like fever, headache, and confusion.
- 10. An abnormal mass of tissue that results from uncontrolled cell growth; can be benign or malignant (cancerous).
- 12. A type of cancer that originates in connective tissues, such as bone, muscle, or fat.
- 13. Swelling caused by the accumulation of excess fluid in body tissues, often seen in the legs, ankles, or lungs.
- 15. Impaired or abnormal functioning of a specific organ or system within the body.
- 16. A method of storing documents on film at a reduced size for preservation and efficient access.