Across
- 3. allergic reaction of the skin characterized by the eruption of pale red, elevated patches called wheals or hives
- 5. skin discoloration consisting of a large, irregularly formed hemorrhagic area with colors changing from blue-black to greenish brown or yellow; commonly called a bruise
- 7. collapsed or ailess state of the lung, which may be acute or chronic and effects all or part of a lung
Down
- 1. puncture of a joint space using a needle to remove accumulated fluid
- 2. wave sequence of rhythmic contraction of smooth muscles of a hollow organ to force material forward and prevent backflow
- 4. painful or difficult urination, commonly described as a “burning sensation” while urinating
- 6. pigmentary skin discoloration usually occurring in yellowish brown patches or spots
- 8. redness of the skin caused by swelling of the capillaries
- 9. involuntary discharge of urine; also called incontinence