Veterinary Health & Disease Lecture 3

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to Veterinary Health and Disease, as outlined in the lecture notes.

Disease

A condition of a living organism that impairs normal functioning, manifested by symptoms and signs.

Differential Diagnosis

A systematic method used to identify a disease by distinguishing it from others that have similar clinical features.

Epidemiology

The study and analysis of the distribution, patterns, and determinants of health and disease conditions in specific populations.

Aetiology

The study of the causes or origins of a disease.

Pathogenesis

The process by which a disease develops, including the interactions between the pathogen and the host.

Acute Disease

A disease characterized by sudden onset and short duration, which can result in death or resolution.

Chronic Disease

A disease that has a gradual onset and long duration, often progressively damaging tissue.

Sub-clinical Disease

A type of disease with no overt signs of illness but may still affect productivity.

Immunity

The ability of an organism to resist infection or disease, often through the action of antibodies.

Prognosis

A forecast or prediction about the likely outcome of a disease.

Lab Investigations

Procedures used to analyze biological samples to determine the cause of a disease.

Haematology

The study of blood, its components, and disorders.

Microbiology

The study of microscopic organisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.

Immunology

The branch of medicine and biology concerned with immunity and the immune system.

Neoplasia

The process of abnormal and uncontrolled cell growth, which may lead to tumors.

Veterinary Health & Disease

The field of study that focuses on animal health, disease prevention, and treatment.