Medical Terminology

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  1. 3. the part of the body that contains the stomach, intestines, and other organs
  2. 6. high blood pressure
  3. 7. disease- a class of diseases that affect the heart and blood vessels
  4. 8. Heart Failure- a condition in which the heart cannot enough blood to meet the body’s needs
  5. 10. Obstructive Pulmonary disease- a group of lung diseases that make it difficult to breathe
  6. 12. loss of sensation or feeling, usually achieved through medication
  7. 13. a blood vessel that carries oxygenated blood from the heart to other parts of the body
  8. 15. a group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells
  9. 17. debridement- the removal of dead or damages tissue from the wound to promote healing.
  10. 19. A microscopic infectious agent that can replicate only inside a host cell and cause various disease
  11. 22. The body’s response to injury or infection, characterized by redness, swelling, heat, and pain
  12. 25. Reflux Disease- a condition in which the stomach acid flows into the the esophagus, causing irritation or discomfort
  13. 29. accident- a disruption in blood flow to the brain that cause damage to brain tissue
  14. 30. a sudden nerve onset of symptoms or illness
  15. 31. the likely outcome of a disease of condition on medical treatment and other factors
  16. 34. refers to a condition that lasts a long time or is persistent
  17. 36. a medical test that uses electromagnetic radiation to produce images of internal body structures
  18. 37. a chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar levels
  19. 38. Sclerosis: a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system
  20. 41. respiratory distress syndrome- a severe lung condition that can occur in the response to injury or infection
  21. 44. a method of delivering fluids or medications directly into a vein
  22. 46. a blockage in a blood vessel, usually caused by a blood clot of another debris
  23. 47. a medication that prevents blood clots
  24. 49. a bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs
  25. 51. A blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart to other parts of the body
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  1. 1. the formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel
  2. 2. Immunodeficiency Virus: A virus that attacks the immune system an can lead to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome
  3. 4. a test that measures electrical activity of the heart
  4. 5. a surgical procedure in which an opening is made in the neck and a tick is inserted into the windpipe to help with breathing
  5. 9. physical or medical indication of a disease or condition, such as pain or fatigue
  6. 11. Disease- a chronic neurodegenerative disorder that causes inflammation and damage to the joints
  7. 14. the force of the blood flow when blood is pumped out of the heart
  8. 16. an irregular heartbeat
  9. 18. a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body Hypertension- high blood pressure
  10. 20. the lower number on a blood pressure reading that indicates pressure in the arteries when the heart is resting
  11. 21. a chronic lung disease that causes inflammation and narrowing of airways
  12. 23. Refers to a condition that has a rapid onset and short duration
  13. 24. care- specialized medical care for people with serious illness that focuses on providing relief from symptoms and improving the quality of life
  14. 26. infarction - commonly known as a heart attack, occurs when flow to a part of the heart is blocked , causing damage to the heart muscle
  15. 27. a parasitic diseases transmitted by infected mosquitoes
  16. 28. Refers to a tumor or growth that is not cancerous and does not invade nearby tissue or spread to other parts of the body
  17. 32. a highly contagious viral infection that affects the respiratory system
  18. 33. a condition characterized by weak, brittle bones
  19. 35. a preventive treatment used to protect against a particular disease or infection
  20. 39. Colitis- a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that causes inflammation and ulcers in the lining of the colon
  21. 40. lack of blood flow to an area of the body, usually caused by a blockage in a blood vessel
  22. 42. the process of breathing, or mechanical assistance of breathing, in patients who are unable to breathe on their own
  23. 43. virus a mosquito- borne virus that can cause fever, rash, joint pain, and other symptoms.
  24. 45. a flexible tube inserted into the body to remove or deliver fluids
  25. 48. a condition in which the body lacks enough red cells to carry oxygen to the body’s tissues
  26. 50. incontinence- a loss of bladder control, resulting in the accidental release of urine