gland

EX: Adenopathy- disease of the glands, especially the lymph nodes

adenoids

EX: Adenoidectomy- surgical removal of the adenoids, which are part of the lymphatic system

cancer

EX: Carcinoma- a type of cancer that begins in epithelial tissues and can spread to the lymphatic system

neck

EX: Cervicodynia- pain in the neck, which can be associated with swollen lymph nodes (lymphadenopathy) or infections in the lymphatic system

cell

EX: Cytology-the study of cells, often used to diagnose diseases affecting lymphatic cells

fungus

EX: Fungicide- an agent that kills fungi, often used to prevent fungal infections in the lymphatic system

immune, immunity

EX: Immunogenic- something that can provoke an immune response, such as an antigen or vaccine component

lymph

EX: Lymphoma- a type cancer that begins in lymphatic tissues

lymph node

EX: Lymphadenopathy- disease of the lymph nodes, often seen in infections or cancers

lymph vessel

EX: Lymphangiography- imaging of the lymphatic vessels

lymphocyte

EX: Lymphocytopenia- a deficiency of lymphocytes, which are vital to immune function

breast

EX: Mammogram- an image of the breast, used to screen for breast cancer, which can spread to lymph nodes

Mastectomy- surgical removal of the breast

tumor

Oncology- the study of cancer, including cancers of the lymphatic system

eat, swallow

EX: Phagocyte- cell that engulfs and digests foreign substances, including bacteria, dead cells, and debris, which is crucial to the immune response

formation, development

EX: Neoplastic- pertaining to the growth of a tumor, often in lymphatic tissues

spleen

EX: Splenectomy- surgical removal of the spleen

thymus gland

EX: Thymoma- a tumor originating from the thymus gland, part of the lymphatic system

tonsil

EX: Tonsillectomy- surgical removal of the tonsils

virus

EX: Viremia- the presence of viruses in the blood, often affecting the lymphatic and immune systems

alveolus, air sac

EX: Alveolitis- inflammation of the alveoli, which are tiny air sacs in the lungs responsible for gas exchange

bronchus

EX: Bronchostenosis- a narrowing of the bronchial passages, which can develop due to scarring, inflammation, tumors, or chronic infections

carbon dioxide

EX: Hypercapnia- a condition marked by excessive carbon dioxide in the bloodstream, often causes by hypoventilation or lung disease like chronic obstruction pulmonary disease(COPD)

bladder, sac

EX: Cystic Fibrosis- a genetic disorder that leads to thick, sticky mucus buildup in the lungs and digestive system

diaphragm

EX: Diaphragmatocele- a hernia in the diaphragm, where abdominal organs push into the chest cavity.

epiglottis

EX: Epiglottitis- severe inflammation of the epiglottis, which is the flap covering the windpipe during swallowing

fiber

EX: Pulmonary Fibrosis- a condition characterized by scarring and thickening of lung tissue, which reduces oxygen transfer

blood

EX: Hemothoractomy- a surgical procedure involving an incision into the thorax, or chest cavity, to drain blood that has accumulated in the pleural space

larynx ( voice box)

EX: Laryngomalacia- a condition where the soft tissues of the larynx are abnormally flexible, causing them to collapse inward during breathing

lobe

EX: Lobeectomy- surgical removal of a lobe of the lung, often performed to treat lung cancer, tuberculosis, or severe infections

mucus

EX: Mucolytic- a medication that helps break down and thin mucus, making it easier to clear from the airways

nose

EX: Nasopharyngngitis- inflammation of the nasal passages and pharynx, commonly referred to as the common cold

oxygen

EX: Hypoxia- a condition characterized by low oxygen levels in body tissues, which can result from respiratory failure, high altitudes, or anemia

pharynx (throat)

EX: Pharyngitis- inflammation of the throat, usually caused by viral or bacterial infections

voice

EX: Aphonia- loss of voice due to laryngeal damage, vocal cord paralysis, or psychological factors

diaphragm

EX: Phrenospasm- an involuntary spasm or contraction of the diaphragm, which is the muscle that separates the chest cavity from the abdominal cavity and plays a key role in breathing 

pleura (membrane surrounding the lungs)

EX: Pleurisy- inflammation of the pleura, often caused by infections, injuries, or autoimmune diseases

lung, air

EX: Pneumonia- an infection causing inflammation in the air sacs of the lungs, leading to fluid buildup, fever, cough, and chest pain

lung

EX: Pulmonologist- a physician specializing in diseases of the respiratory system, such as asthma, COCP< and lung cancer

x-rays, radiation

EX: Radiology- the medical feild focused on imaging techniques, such as x- rays, ct scans, and MRIs, to diagnose and treat conditions

breathing

EX: Cheyne- Stokes Respiration- an abnormal breathing pattern seen in patients with heart failure or neurological disorders, characterized by alternating periods of rapid and shallow breathing followed by apnea

nose

EX: Rhinoplasty- a condition involving excessive mucus discharge from the nose, often caused by allergies, infections, or irritants

septum

EX: Septoplasty- Surgical procedure to correct a deviated nasal septum, improving airflow and relieving nasal congestion

sinus

EX: Sinusitis- inflammation or infection of the sinuses, leading to congestion, facial pain, and pressure

sleep

EX: Hypersomnia- a condition marked by excessive daytime sleepiness or prolonged nighttime sleep that may occur even after receiving sufficient rest

to cut, section

EX: Tomography- imaging technique that captures cross- sectional views of the body, such as CT scans, to visualize internal structures