Med term 2

Metastasis

The spread of cancer cells from the original tumor to other parts of the body.

Metastasize

The process by which cancer spreads from one place to another.

Antigen

A substance that induces an immune response, especially the production of antibodies.

Antibody

A protein produced by the immune system to neutralize or destroy foreign substances.

Carcinoma

A type of cancer that begins in the skin or in tissues that line or cover internal organs.

Sarcoma

A type of cancer that originates in connective or supportive tissues such as bone, cartilage, or fat.

Macrophage

A type of white blood cell that engulfs and digests cellular debris and pathogens.

Virus

A microscopic infectious agent that can only replicate inside the living cells of an organism.

Brachytherapy

A form of cancer treatment where a radioactive source is placed inside or near the tumor.

Splenorrhagia

Excessive bleeding from the spleen.

Inguinal

Relating to the groin area.

Immunoglobulin

A type of antibody that plays a crucial role in the immune response.

Mucus

A slippery secretion produced by, and covering, mucous membranes.

Mucous

Relating to, or resembling mucus.

Epiglottis

A flap of cartilage located at the root of the tongue that prevents food from entering the windpipe.

Tracheostomy

A surgical procedure to create an opening in the trachea to facilitate breathing.

Tracheotomy

An incision in the trachea to relieve an obstruction to breathing.

Maxillary

Relating to the upper jawbone.

Manubrium

The broad, upper part of the sternum.

Mediastinum

The space in the thoracic cavity between the lungs that contains the heart, aorta, and other structures.

Bradypnea

Abnormally slow breathing.

Tachypnea

Abnormally rapid breathing.

Eupnea

Normal, good, unlabored breathing.

Dyspnea

Difficult or labored breathing.

Hypoxia

A deficiency in the amount of oxygen reaching the tissues.

Epistaxis

Nosebleed.

Emesis

The act of vomiting.

Dental Prophylaxis

Preventive dental treatment to maintain oral health.

Bile

A digestive fluid produced by the liver that helps in the digestion of fats.

Parotid

Relating to the parotid gland, a major salivary gland.

Hepatitis A

A highly contagious liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus.

Diverticulum

An abnormal sac or pouch formed at a weak point in the wall of the colon.

Anxiolytic

A medication used to reduce anxiety.

Parkinson's

A progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement.

Cystoplasty

Surgical repair of the bladder.

Enteritis

Inflammation of the intestine, especially the small intestine.

Colitis

Inflammation of the inner lining of the colon.

Cholecystectomy

Surgical removal of the gallbladder.

Cirrhosis

A chronic liver disease characterized by the replacement of liver tissue with scar tissue.

Cholelithiasis

The formation of gallstones in the gallbladder.

Gastrorrhaphy

Surgical suturing of the stomach.

Liver

A vital organ that processes nutrients, detoxifies harmful substances, and produces bile.

Proctopexy

Surgical fixation of the rectum.

pyel/o

A combining form relating to the renal pelvis.

Nephrons

The functional units of the kidney that filter blood and produce urine.

Nocturia

Frequent urination during the night.

Nephrosclerosis

Hardening of the kidney tissue.

Nephromalacia

Softening of kidney tissue.

Ureterectasis

Dilation of the ureter.

Interstitial Cystitis

A chronic condition causing bladder pressure, bladder pain, and sometimes pelvic pain.

Cystolith

A stone in the bladder.

Pyelonephritis

A type of urinary tract infection that affects the kidneys.

Cystopexy

Surgical fixation of the bladder.

Dysuria

Painful or difficult urination.

Encephalitis

Inflammation of the brain.

Efferent neurons

Nerve cells that carry signals away from the central nervous system.

Somnambulism

The condition of walking while asleep; sleepwalking.

Hemorrhagic Stroke

A type of stroke caused by bleeding in the brain.

Acrophobia

An extreme or irrational fear of heights.

Paresthesia

An abnormal sensation in the skin, such as tingling or pricking.

Hyperesthesia

Increased sensitivity to sensory stimuli.

Malingering

The act of deliberately pretending to be ill to gain an advantage.

Antipsychotic

A class of medication used to manage psychosis, including delusions and hallucinations.

Alzheimer's disease

A progressive neurodegenerative disease that causes memory loss and cognitive decline.

Cerebral contusion

A bruise of the brain tissue resulting from a head injury.

Cerebral concussion

A type of traumatic brain injury caused by a blow to the head.

Factitious Disorder

A mental disorder where a person deliberately acts as if they have a physical or mental illness.

Ischemic Stroke

A type of stroke that occurs when a blood vessel supplying blood to the brain is obstructed.

Narcolepsy

A sleep disorder characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden sleep attacks.

Afferent Neurons

Nerve cells that carry sensory signals to the central nervous system.

Meningitis

Inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord.

Anuria

The absence of urine production.

Nephropyosis

The formation of pus in the kidney.

Enuresis

Involuntary urination, especially by children at night.

Palatoplasty

Surgical repair of a cleft palate.