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Medical Terminology 3
Chapters 6,7,8
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Undergraduate 2
10/28/2009

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Term
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
Definition

aka "AIDS" 

 

is the most advanced, and fatal, stage of HIV infection.

Term
Allergen
Definition
are substances that produce allergenic reactions.
Term
Anaphylaxis
Definition

aka "Anaphylactic Shock"

 

a server response to an allergen.

Term
Antibiotic
Definition

are medications that are capable of inhibiting growth, or killing pathogenic bacterial microorganisms.

 

Anti- agains

-bio- life

-tic- pertaining to

Term
Antibody
Definition

a disease-fighting protein created by the immune system in response to presence of a specific antigen.

 

Anti- against

Term
Antifungal
Definition

is an agent that destroys or inhibits the growth of fungi.

 

Anti- against

-fungal- fungus

Term
Antigen
Definition
is any substance that the body regards as being foreign, and includes viruses, bacteria, toxins, and transplanted tissues.
Term
Antigen-antibody reaction
Definition

aka "Immune Reaction"

 

involves binding antigens to antibodies.

Term
Bacilli
Definition
are rod-shaped spore-forming bacteria.
Term
Bacteria
Definition
one-celled microscopic organism.
Term
Carcinoma
Definition

is a malignant tumor that occurs in epithelial tissue.

 

Carcin- cancer

-oma- tumor

Term
Carcinoma in situ
Definition

describes a malignant tumor in its original position that has not yet disturbed or invaded the surrounding tissues.

 

in situ- place where cancer first occurred.

Term
Complement
Definition
is a group of proteins that normally circulate in the blood in an inactive form and are active by contact with nonspecific antigens such as foreign invaders and attracts phagocytes to destroy these antigens.
Term
Cytomegalovirus
Definition

aka "CMV"

 

is a member of the herpesvirus family that causes a variety of diseases.

 

Cyt/o- cell

-megal/o- large

-vir- virus 

-us- singular noun

Term
Cytotoxic Drug
Definition

is a medication that kills or damages cells.

 

Cyt/o- cell

-tox- poison

-ic- pertaining to

Term
Ductal Carcinoma in situ
Definition
is breast cancer at its earliest stage before the cancer has broken through the wall of the milk duct.
Term
Hemolytic
Definition

function of destroying worn-out red blood cells and releasing their hemoglobin for reuse.

 

Hem/- blood

-lytic- to destroy

Term
Herpes Zoster
Definition

aka "Shingles"

 

is an acute viral infection characterized by painful skin eruptions that follow the underlaying route of an inflamed nerve.

Term
Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Definition

aka "Hodgkin's Disease"

 

is distinguished from other lymphomas by the presence of large, cancerous lymphocytes known as Reed-Sternberg cells.

Term
Human Immunodeficiency Virus
Definition

aka "HIV"

 

is a bloodborne infection in which the virus damages or kills the cells or the immune system, causing it to progressively fail, thus leaving the body at risk of developing many life-threatening opportunistic infections.

Term
Immunodeficiency Disoder
Definition

occurs when the immune response is compromised.

 

 

Term
Immunoglobulins
Definition
bind with specific antigens in the antigen-antibody response.
Term
Immunosuppressant
Definition
is a substance that prevents or reduces the body's normal immune response.
Term
Immunotherapy
Definition

a disease treatment that involves either stimulating or repressing the immune response.

 

Immun/o- immune

-therapy- treatment

Term
Infectious Mononucleosis
Definition

aka "Mono"

 

is caused by the Epistein-Barr Virus (EBV). This condition is characterized by fever, a sore throat, and enlarged lymph nodes.

Term
Infiltrating Ductal Carcinoma
Definition

aka "Invasive ductal carcinoma"

 

starts in the milk duct, breaks through the wall of that duct, and invades the fatty breast tissue.

Term
Interferon
Definition
a family of proteins produced by the T cells whose specialty is fighting viruses by slowing or stopping their multiplication.
Term
Lymphadenitis
Definition

aka "Swollen Glands"

is an inflammation of the lymph nodes.

 

Lymphaden- Lymph nodes

-itis- inflammation

Term
Lymphadenopathy
Definition

is any disease process affecting a lymph node or nodes.

 

Lymphaden/o- lymph node

-pathy- disease

Term
Lymphangioma
Definition

is a benign tumor formed by an abnormal collection of lymphatic vessels due to a congenital malformation of the lymphatic system.

 

Lymphangi- lymph vessels 

-oma- tumor

Term
Lymphedema
Definition

swelling due to an abnormal accumulation of lymph fluid within the tissues.

 

Lymph- lymph node

-edema- swelling

Term
Lymphocytes
Definition

are white blood cells that are formed in bone marrow as stem cells.

 

Lymph/o- lymph

-cytes- cells 

Term
Lymphokines
Definition
are produced by the T cells, direct the antigen-antibody response by signaling between the cells of the immune system.
Term
Lymphoma
Definition

is a general term applies to malignancies affecting lymphoid tissues.

 

Lymph- lymph 

-oma- tumor

Term
Lymphoscintigraphy
Definition
a diagnostic test that is performed to detect damage or malformations of the lymphatic vessels.
Term
Macrophage
Definition

type of white blood cell that surrounds and kills invading cells.

 

Macr/o- large

-phage- cell that eats

Term
Malaria
Definition
is a disease caused by a parasite that lives in certain mosquitoes that is transferred to humans by the bite of an infected mosquito.
Term
Mammography
Definition

is a radiographic examination of the breast to detect the presence of tumors or precancerous cells.

 

Mamm/o- breast

-graphy- process of producing a picture or record

Term
Metastasis
Definition

is a new cancer site that results from the spreading process.

 

Meta- beyond

-stasis- stopping

Term
Metastasize
Definition
is the process by which cancer spreads from one place to another.
Term
Myoma
Definition

is a benign tumor made up of muscle tissue.

 

My- muscle

-oma- tumor

Term
Myosarcoma
Definition

is a malignant tumor from muscle tissue.

 

My/o- muscle

-sarc- flesh

-oma- tumor

Term
non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Definition
is the term used to describe all lymphomas other than Hodgkin's lymphoma.
Term
Opportunistic Infection
Definition
is caused by pathogen that does not normally produce an illness in healthy humans.
Term
Osteosarcoma
Definition

a malignant tumor usually involving the upper shaft of long bones, the pelvis, or knee.

 

Oste/o- bone

-sarc- flesh

-oma- tumor

Term
Parasite
Definition
is a plant or animal that lives on, or within, another living organism at the expense of a disease of that organism.
Term
Pathogen
Definition
are disease-producing microorganisms.
Term
Rabies
Definition
is an acute viral infection that is most commonly transmitted to humans by the bite or salvia of an infected animal.
Term
Rickettsia
Definition
a small bacterium that lives in lice. fleas, ticks, and mites.
Term
Rubella
Definition

aka "German Measles" or "3-day Measles"

 

is a viral infection characterized by a low-grade fever, swollen glands, inflamed eyes, and a fine, pink rash.

Term
Sarcoma
Definition

a malignant tumor that arises from connective tissues, including hard tissues, soft tissues, and liquid tissues.

 

Sarc- flesh

-oma- tumor

Term
Spirochetes
Definition
are spiral-shaped bacteria that have flexible walls and are capable of movement.
Term
Splenomegaly
Definition

an abnormal enlargement of the spleen.

 

Splen/o- spleen

-megaly- abnormal enlargement

Term
Staphylococci
Definition
are a group of about 30 species of bacteria that form irregular groups or clusters resembling grapes.
Term
Streptococci
Definition
are bacteria that form a chain.
Term
Teletherapy
Definition

is radiation therapy administered at distance from the body.

 

Tele- distant

-therapy- treatment

Term
Tetanus
Definition

aka "Lockjaw"

Transmitted through a cut or wound. It is called this because it produces muscle spasms that are so server a patient cannot open his or her mouth or swallow.

Term
Toxoplasmosis
Definition
which is most commonly transmitted from animals to humans by contact with contaminated feces.
Term
Varicella
Definition

aka "Chickenpox"

 

is caused by the herpes virus Varicells zoster and is highly contagious. Characterized by a fever and a rash consisting of hundreds of itchy, fluid-filled blisters that burst and form crusts.

Term
Anoxia
Definition

is the absence of oxygen from the body's gases, blood, or tissues.

 

An- without

-ox- oxygen

-ia- abnormal condition

Term
Anthracosis
Definition

aka "Black Lung Disease"

 

is caused by coal dust in the lungs.

 

Anthrac- coal dust

-osis- abnormal condition or disease

Term
Antitussive
Definition

aka "Cough Medicine"

 

is administered to prevent or relieve coughing.

 

Anti- against

-tuss- cough

-ive- performs

Term
Aphonia
Definition

is the loss of the ability of the larynx to produce normal speech sounds.

 

A- without

-phon- voice or sound

-ia- abnormal condition

Term
Apnea
Definition

is the absence of spontaneous respiration.

 

A- without

-pnea- means breathing

Term
Asbestosis
Definition

is caused by asbestos particles in the lungs and usually occurs after working with asbestos.

 

Asbest- Asbestos

-osis- abnormal condition or disease

Term
Asphyxia
Definition
is the condition that occurs when the body cannot get the air it needs to function.
Term
Asphyxiation
Definition

aka "Suffocation"

 

is any interpretation of normal breathing resulting in asphyxia.

Term
Aspiration Pneumonia
Definition
can occur when a foreign substance, such as vomit, is inhaled into the lungs.
Term
Asthma
Definition
a chronic allergic disorder characterized by episodes of severe breathing difficulty, coughing, and wheezing.
Term
Atelectasis
Definition

is the collapse of part or all of a lung by blockage of the air passages or by very shallow breathing.

 

Atel- incomplete

-ectasis- stretching or enlargement

Term
Bradypnea
Definition

is an abnormally slow rate of respiration usually of less than 10 breaths per minute.

 

Brady- slow

-pnea- breathing

Term
Bronchodilator
Definition
is a medication that expands the opening of the passages into the lungs.
Term
Bronchorrhea
Definition

is an excessive discharge of mucus from the bronchi.

 

Bronch/o- bronchus

-rrhea- abnormal flow

Term
Bronchoscopy
Definition

is the visual examination of the bronchi using a bronchoscope.

 

Bronch/o- bronchus

-scopy- direct visual examination

Term
Bronchospasm
Definition

is a contraction of the smooth muscle in the wall of the bronchi and bronchioles that tighten and squeeze the airway shut.

 

Bronch/o- bronchi

-spasm- involuntary contraction

Term
Cheyne-Strokes Respiration
Definition
is a pattern of altering periods of hyopnea or apnea, followed by hyperpnea.
Term
Croup
Definition
is an acute respiratory syndrome in children and infants characterized by obstruction of the larynx, hoarseness, and barking cough.
Term
Cystic Fibrosis
Definition
is a genetic disorder in which the lungs and pancreas are clogged with large quantities or abnormally thick mucus.
Term
Diphtheria
Definition
now largely prevented through immunization, is an acute bacterial infection of the throat and upper respiratory tract.
Term
Dysphonia
Definition

is any change in vocal quality, including hoarseness, weakness, or the cracking of a boy's voice during puberty.

 

Dys- bad

-phon- voice or sound

-ia- abnormal condition

Term
Dyspnea
Definition

aka "Shortness of breath"

 

is difficult or labored breathing.

 

Dys- painful

-pnea- breathing

Term
Emphysema
Definition
is the progressive loss of lung function that is characterized by (1) a decrease in the total number of alveoli, (2) the enlargement of the remaining alveoli, and (3) the progressive destruction of the walls of the remaining alveoli.
Term
Emphyema
Definition
is a collection of pus within the body cavity.
Term
Endotracheal Intubation
Definition

is the passage of a tube through the nose or mouth into trachea to establish or maintain an open airway.

 

Endo- within

-trache- trachea

-al- pertaining to

Term
Epitaxis
Definition

aka "Nosebleed"

 

is bleeding from the nose that is usually caused by and injury, excessive use of blood thinners, or bleeding disorder.

Term
Hemoptysis
Definition

is coughing up of blood or bloodstained sputum derived from the lungs or bronchial tubes as the result of a pulmonary or bronchial hemorrhage.

 

Hem/o- blood

-ptysis- spitting

Term
Hemothorax
Definition

is a collection of blood in the pleural cavity.

 

Hem/o- blood

-thorax- chest

Term
Hypercapnia
Definition

is the abnormal buildup or carbon dioxide in the blood.

 

Hyper- excessive

-capn- carbon dioxcide

-ia- abnormal condition

Term
Hyperpnea
Definition

which is commonly associated with exertion, is breathing that is deeper and more rapid than is normal at rest.

 

Hyper- excessive

-pnea- breathing

Term
Hypopnea
Definition

is shallow or slow respiration.

 

Hypo- decreased

-pnea- breathing

Term
Hypoxemia
Definition

is a condition of having below-normal oxygen level in the blood.

 

Hyp- deficient

-ox- oxygen

-emia- blood

Term
Hypoxia
Definition

is the condition of having below-normal oxygen levels in the body tissues and cells; however, it is less severe than anoxia.

 

Hyp- deficient 

-ox- oxygen

-ia- abnormal condition

Term
Laryngectomy
Definition

is the surgical removal of the larynx.

 

Laryng- larynx

-ectomy- surgical removal

Term
Laryngitis
Definition

is an inflammation of the larynx.

 

Laryng- larynx

-itis- inflammation

Term
Laryngoplegia
Definition

is paralysis of the larynx.

 

Laryng/o- Larynx

-plegia- paralysis

Term
Laryngoscopy
Definition

is the visual examination of the larynx using a laryngoscope inserted through the mouth and placed into the pharynx to examine the larynx.

 

Laryng/o- larynx

-scopy- direct visual examination

Term
Mediastinum
Definition
is the cavity located between the lungs.
Term
Nebulizer
Definition

aka "Atomizer"

 

pumps air or oxygen through a liquid medicine to turn it into a vapor, which is then inhaled by the patient via face mask or mouth piece.

Term
Otolaryngologist
Definition

aka "ENT"

 

is a physician with specialized training in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the ears, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck.

 

Ot/o- ear

-laryng- larynx

-ologist- specialist

Term
Pertussis
Definition

aka "Whooping Cough"

 

is a contagious bacterial infection of the upper respiratory tract that is characterized by recurrent bouts of a paroxysmal cough, followed by breathlessness, and a noisy inspiration.

Term
Pharyngitis
Definition

aka "Sore Throat"

 

is the inflammation of the pharynx.

 

Pharyng- pharynx

-itis- inflammation

Term
Pharyngoplasty
Definition

is the surgical repair of the pharynx.

 

Pharyng/o- Pharynx

-plasty- surgical repair

Term
Pleurectomy
Definition

is the surgical removal of part of the pleura.

 

Pleure- pleura

-ectomy- surgical removal

Term
Pleurisy
Definition

aka "Pleuritis"

 

is an inflammation of the pleura that produces sharp chest pain with each breath.

 

Pleur- Pleura

-isy- is a noun ending

Term
Pleurodynia
Definition

is pain in the pleura that occurs in relation to breathing movements.

 

Pleur/o- Pleura 

-dynia- pain

Term
Pneumoconiosis
Definition

is fibrosis of the lung tissues caused by dust in the lungs that usually develops after prolonged environmental or occupational contact.

 

Pneum/o- lung

-coni- dust

-osis- abnormal condition or disease

Term
Pneumonectomy
Definition

is the surgical removal of all or part of the lung.

 

Pneumon- lung

-ectomy- surgical removal

Term
Pneumothorax
Definition

is the accumulation of air in the pleural space causing a pressure imbalance that prevents the lung from fully expanding or can cause it to collapse.

 

Pneum/o- lung or air

-thorax- chest

Term
Polysomnography
Definition

aka "Sleep Apnea Study"

 

Measures physiological activity during sleep and is most often performed to detect nocturnal defects in breathing associated with sleep apnea.

 

Poly- many

-somn/o- sleep

-graphy- process of recording

Term
Pulmonologist
Definition

is a physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of the lungs and associated tissues.

 

Pulmon- lung

-ologist- specialist

Term
Pulse Oximeter
Definition

is an external monitor placed on the patients finger or earlobe to measure the oxygen saturation level in the blood level.

 

Ox/i- oxygen

-meter- to measure

Term
Pyothorax
Definition

is the presence of pus in the pleural cavity between the layers of the pleural membrane.

 

Py/o- pus

-thorax- chest

Term
Sinusitis
Definition

is an inflammation of the sinuses.

 

Sinus- sinus

-itis- inflammation

Term
Tachypnea
Definition

is an abnormally rapid rate of respiration usually of more than 20 breaths per minute.

 

Tachy- rapid

-pnea- breathing

Term
Thoracentesis
Definition

is the surgical puncture of the chest wall with a needle to obtain fluid from the pleural cavity.

 

Thor/a- chest

-centesis- surgical puncture to remove fluid

Term
Thoracostomy
Definition

is the surgical creation of an opening into the chest cavity.

 

Thorac- thorax or chest

-ostomy- surgical creation of an opening

Term
Tracheostomy
Definition

is the creation of a stoma into the trachea and inserting a tube to facilitate the passage of air or the removal of secretions.

 

Trache- trachea

-ostomy- surgically creating an opening

Term
Tracheotomy
Definition

is usually an emergency procedure in which an incision is made into the trachea to gain access to the airway below a blockage.

 

Trache- trachea

-otomy- surgical incision

Term
Tuberculosis
Definition
which is an infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, usually attacks the lungs; however, it can affect other parts of the body.
Term
Aerophagia
Definition

is the excessive swallowing of air while eating or drinking, and is a common cause of gas in the stomach.

 

Aer/o- air

-phagia- swallowing

Term
Amebic Dysentery
Definition

aka "Amebiasis"

 

is transmitted by food or water that contaminated due to poor sanitary conditions.

Term
Anorexia Nervosa
Definition
is an eating disorder characterized by false perception of body appearance.
Term
Antiemetic
Definition

is a medication that is administered to prevent or relieve nausea and vomiting.

 

Anti- against

-emet- vomit

-ic- pertaining to

Term
Aphthous
Definition

aka "Canker Sores"

 

are grey-white pits with a red border in the soft tissues lining the mouth.

Term
Ascites
Definition
is an abnormal accumulation of serous fluid in the peritoneal cavity.
Term
Bariatrics
Definition
is the branch of medicine concerned with the prevention and control of obesity and associated with disease.
Term
Borborygmus
Definition
is the rumbling noise caused by the movement of gas in the intestine.
Term
Botulism
Definition

aka "Food Poisoning"

 

is a rare, but very serious, condition transmitted through contaminated food or an infected wound.

Term
Bulimia
Definition

Bulimia- continuous, excessive hunger

 

is an eating disorder characterized by frequent episodes of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors such as self-induced vomiting or the misuse of laxatives, diuretics, or other medications.

Term
Cachexia
Definition
is a condition of physical wasting away due to loss of weight and muscle mass that occurs in patients with diseases such as advanced cancer or AIDS.
Term
Cheilosis
Definition

aka "Cheilitis"

 

is a disorder of the lips characterized by crack-like sores at the corners of the mouth.

 

Cheil- lip

-osis- abnormal condition or disease

Term
Cholangiography
Definition

is a radiographic examination of the bile ducts with the use of contrast medium.

 

Cholangi/o- bile duct

-graphy- process of recording

Term
Cholangitis
Definition

is an acute infection of the bile duct characterized by pain in the upper right quadrant of the abdomen, fever, and jaundice.

 

Cholang- bile duct

-itis- inflammation

Term
Cholecystalgia
Definition

is pain in the gallbladder.

 

Cholecyst- gallbladder

-algia- pain

Term
Cholecystectomy
Definition
is the surgical removal of the gallbladder.
Term
Cholecystitis
Definition

is inflammation of the gallbladder, usually associated with gallstones blocking the flow of bile.

 

Cholecyst- gallbladder

-itis- inflammation

Term
Choledocholithotomy
Definition

is an incision into the common bile duct for the removal of gallstones.

 

Choledoch/o- common bile duct

-lith- stone

-otomy- surgical incision

Term
Cholelithiasis
Definition

is the presence of gallstones in the gallbladder or bile ducts.

 

Chole- bile or gall

-lithiasis- presence of stones

Term
Cholera
Definition
is transmitted through contact with contaminated food or water.
Term
Cirrhosis
Definition

is a progressive degenerative disease of the liver that is often cause by excessive alcohol use or by hepatitis B or C.

 

Cirrh- yellow or orange

-osis- abnormal condition or disease

Term
Colonoscopy
Definition
is the direct visual examination of the inner surface of the entire colon from the rectum to the cecum.
Term
Crohn's Disease
Definition
is a chronic autoimmune disorder that can occur anywhere in the digestive tract; however, it is most often found in the ileum and in the colon.
Term
Diverticulitis
Definition

is the inflammation of one or more diverticula in the colon.

 

Diverticul- diverticulum

-itis- inflammation

Term
Diverticulosis
Definition

is the presence of a number of diverticula in the colon.

 

Diverticul- diverticulum

-osis- abnormal condition or disease

Term
Dyspepsia
Definition

aka "Indigestion"

 

is pain or discomfort in digestion.

 

Term
Dysphagia
Definition

difficulty in swallowing.

 

Dys- difficult

-phagia- swallowing

Term
Emesis
Definition

aka "Vomiting"

 

is the reflex ejection of the stomach contents through the mouth. 

Term
Enteritis
Definition

is an inflammation of the small intestine caused by eating or drinking substances contaminated with viral and bacterial pathogens.

 

Enter- small intestine

-itis- inflammation

Term
Eructation
Definition
is the act of belching or rising of gas orally from the stomach.
Term
Esophageal Varices
Definition
are enlarged and swollen veins at the lower end of the esophagus.
Term
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
Definition

is an endoscopic procedure that allows direct visualization of the upper GI tract which includes the esophagus, stomach, and upper duodenum.

 

Esophag/o- esophagus

-gastr/o- stomach

-duoden/o- duodenum

-scopy- visual examination

Term
Gastroduodenostomy
Definition

is the establishment of an anastomosis between the upper portion of the stomach, and the duodenum.

 

Gastr/o- stomach

-duoden- first part of the small intestine

-ostomy- surgically creating an opening

Term
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Definition

aka "GERD"

 

is the upward flow of acid from the stomach into the esophagus.

 

Gastr/o- stomach

-esophag- esophagus

-eal- pertaining to

Term
Gastrostomy Tube
Definition

is a surgically placed feeding tube from the exterior of the body into the stomach.

 

Gastr- stomach

-ostomy- surgically creating an opening

Term
Hematemesis
Definition

is the vomiting of blood.

 

Hemat- blood

-emesis- vomiting

Term
Hemoccult Test
Definition

aka "Fecal Occult Blood Test"

 

is a laboratory test for hidden blood in the stools.

 

Hem- blood

-occult- hidden

Term
Hepatitis
Definition

is an inflammation of the liver.

 

Hepat- liver

-itis- inflammation

Term
Herpes Labialis
Definition

aka "Cold Sores"

 

are blister-like sores on the lips and adjacent facial tissue that cause by the oral herpes simplex virus type 1.

Term
Hiatal Hernia
Definition

is a condition in which a portion of the stomach protrudes upward onto the chest, through an opening in the diaphragm.

 

Hiat- opening

-al- pertaining to

Term
Hyperemesis
Definition

is extreme, persistent vomiting that can cause dehydration.

 

Hyper- excessive

-emesis- vomiting

Term
ileus
Definition
is the partial or complete blockage of the small intestine and/or large intestine.
Term
Inguinal Hernia
Definition
is the protrusion of a small loop of bowel through a weak place in the lower abdominal wall or groin.
Term
Jaundice
Definition
is a yellow discoloration of the skin, mucous membranes, and the eyes. 
Term
Melena
Definition

is the passage of black, tarry, and foul-smelling stools.

 

Melan- black or dark,

-a- is a noun ending

Term
Morbid Obesity
Definition
is the condition of weighing two to three times, or more, than the ideal weight of having a body mass index value greater than 39.
Term
Nasogastric Intubation
Definition

is the placement of a feeding tube through the nose and into the stomach.

 

Nas/o- nose

-gastr- stomach

-ic- pertaining to

Term
Obesity
Definition
is an excessive accumulation of fat in the body.
Term
Periodontium
Definition

consists of the bone and soft tissues that surround and support the teeth.

 

Peri- surrounding

-odonti- teeth

-um- noun ending

Term
Peristalis
Definition
is a series of wave-like contractions of the smooth muscle in a single direction.
Term
Proctopexy
Definition

is the surgical fixation of a prolapsed rectum to an adjacent tissue or organ.

 Proct/o- rectum

-pexy- surgical fixation

Term
Regurgitation
Definition
is the return of swallowed food into the mouth.
Term
Salmonellosis
Definition

aka "Samonella"

 

is transmitted by food that is contaminated by feces.

Term
Sigmoidoscopy
Definition

is the endoscopic examination of the interior of the rectum, sigmoid colon, and possibly a portion of the descending colon.

 

Sigmoid/o- sigmois colon

-scopy- visual examination

Term
Stomatorrhagia
Definition
describes any restriction to the opening of the mouth caused by trauma, surgery, or radiation associated with the treatment of oral cancer.
Term
Trismus
Definition
describes any restriction to the opening of the mouth caused by trauma, surgery, or radiation associated with treatment of oral cancer.
Term
Ulcerative Colitis
Definition
is a chronic condition of unknown cause in which repeated episodes of inflammation in the rectum and large intestine cause ulcers and irritation.
Term
Volvulus
Definition
is the twisting of the intestine on itself that causes an obstruction.
Term
Xerostomia
Definition

aka "Dry Mouth"

 

is the lack of adequate saliva due to diminished secretions by the salivary glands.

 

Xer/o- dry

-stom- mouth

-ia- pertaining to

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