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| A physician trained and experienced in hematology,that is skilled in performing diagnostic examinations of blood and bone marrow, or in treatment of such disease ,or both. |
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A heart doctor. He or she is the one to visit if you feel a tightness in your chest and shortness of breath.
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A physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diognosis and treatment of pulmonary (lung) conditions and diseases.
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The identification of the nature of an illness or other problems by examination of the symptoms. |
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| Infection that inflames air sacs in one or both lungs,which may fill with fluid. |
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| A condition in which the blood doesn't have enough healthy red blood cells. |
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| The process of receiving blood or blood products into ones circulation intravenously replacing lost components of the blood. |
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A serious disturbance in mental abilities that results in confused thinking and reduced awareness of surroundings. |
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| A group of thinking and social symptoms that interferes with daily fuctioning. |
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A temporary increase in average body temperature of 98.6 F (37 C). |
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| An infection in any part of the urinary system, the kidneys,bladder,or urethra. |
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A gastrostomy tube a tube inserted through the abdomen that delivers nutrition directly to the stomach. |
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CPR
(Cardiopulmonary resuscitation) |
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A procedure to support and maintain breathing and circulation for an infant,child, or adolescent who has stopped breathing and/or whose heart has stopped. |
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| The outer side of the body part. |
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| Both sides of the body, or two of something. |
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| A septum between two parts of an organ or a cavity. |
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| Swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in your body's tissues. |
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