Across
- 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.
Down
- 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.