Medical Definitions and Word Differences

Septostomy is the medical term meaning surgical creation of an artificial opening in the septum. It can be done in the heart, for instance.

It's mostly an annoyance. Most medical professionals agree that HIPPA is not sufficient to protect patient privacy, and most physicians and hospitals have an ethical code that is above and beyond that specified by HIPPA. Rather, the law imposes unnecessary bureaucratic overhead on the medical system.

When breast cancer spreads from the original site to another organ in the body, it is called metastasis. Metastatic breast cancer occurs when cancer cells break away from the primary tumor and travel through the bloodstream or lymphatic system to form new tumors in other parts of the body. This process is a complex and serious stage of cancer progression that requires advanced treatment strategies.

Colostrum is the term that refers to the specialized form of milk that delivers essential nutrients and antibodies in a form that newborns can digest. It is produced by the mammary glands in late pregnancy and the first few days after giving birth.

Male menopause, also known as andropause, refers to a gradual decrease in testosterone levels in aging men. This can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, decreased libido, and mood changes. It is a natural part of aging but can be managed through lifestyle changes and hormone therapy if needed.

The insertion of a long needle attached to a syringe through the back wall of the vagina to gain access to the peritoneal cul-de-sac (the area between the uterus and the rectum) to drain fluid.

"Rinkesh" does not have a widely recognized meaning in English. It is possible that it may have significance in a specific language or culture.

Sympathomimetic drugs mimic the effects of the sympathetic nervous system, increasing heart rate and blood pressure, while anticholinergic drugs block the action of the parasympathetic nervous system, resulting in decreased secretions and relaxation of smooth muscle. Sympathomimetics typically work by stimulating adrenergic receptors, while anticholinergics work by blocking acetylcholine receptors.

No, thrombosis is the formation of a blood clot within a blood vessel, which can lead to blockage. Thrombophlebitis is inflammation of a vein, often accompanied by a blood clot. Thrombophlebitis can lead to thrombosis if the clot breaks off and travels to another part of the body.

redistribution is the process of reversible movement of drug from site of tissue to systemic circulation. many lipid soluble drug show this phenomenon as a result of termination of action of drug more rapidly if the site of action of drug is highly perfused organ. highly lipid solluble drug is moved early in highly perfused organ such as- brain,kidney,liver and heart follwed by partial perfused organ such as adipose tissue. if site of action is highly perfused organ in that condition action of drug somewhat terminate because drug become more rapidly move from highly perfused organ to blood by crossing the tissue memb. while max. of them accumulate in fatty tissue.

During Pap smear collection, the health care provider tries to sample both the ectocervix (the part of the cervix you can easily touch with a finger), and the endocervix (the part inside the opening in your cervix). The part of the smear that comes from inside is the endocervical component. A pap result that notes "no endocervical component" is not suggesting disease, but noting that the lab test is limited because on of the parts is missin.

Aerophagia is the medical term meaning swallowing air, which can lead to air in the stomach. The gastric bubble is the normal view of air in the stomach found on xray.
Aerohagis is the medical term for swallowing air. When it is released in a burp, the medical term is eructation.

Breastmilk is not sterile, as it can contain some bacteria and other microorganisms. When we say a substance is sterile, it means that it is free from any living microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Breastmilk contains beneficial microorganisms that help support the baby's developing immune system.

A schedule I drug is one for which a prescription cannot be written, such as heroin, LSD, crack, etc.

A schedule II drug is one which doctors can write prescriptons for, but have a high potential for addiction and abuse, such as Demerol and Morphine. Refills on these drugs are not allowed; you must have a new prescription written each time you get them.

Thermoregulation means maintenance of a stable temperature in the body.

Posterior to the pancreatic body means that a structure or organ is located behind the body of the pancreas. In anatomical terms, it refers to the back side of the pancreas in relation to its position within the body.

Lead paint poisoning is not an infectious disease; it is caused by exposure to lead-containing paint or dust. Lead poisoning occurs when lead builds up in the body over time and can lead to serious health issues, especially in children. It is not contagious and cannot be spread from person to person.

Focal pleural thickening refers to the abnormal thickening of the pleural membrane that lines the outside of the lungs. It can be caused by various factors, such as inflammation, infection, or scarring of the pleura. Further evaluation, such as imaging studies or biopsies, may be needed to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment.

Scrotal ecchymosis refers to bruising of the scrotum, which can occur due to trauma, injury, or underlying medical conditions. It usually appears as a discolored patch on the skin caused by broken blood vessels leaking blood into the surrounding tissue. It is essential to seek medical evaluation if scrotal ecchymosis is accompanied by pain, swelling, or other concerning symptoms.

The medical term for circular muscle found in tubular structures that regulates the passage of substances is "sphincter." Sphincters act as valves to control the flow of fluids or materials through tubular structures in the body.

Nephrosis is the general term meaning any abnormal condition of the kidney. One example is nephritis; this means that the nephrons, or filtering mechanism, of the kidneys are inflamed from infection. It is dangerous if not treated because permanent damage to the delicate nephron system can occur, possibly resulting in renal failure.
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A "stat" dose is so called because "stat" is a medical abbreviation derived from the Latin word "statim," which means immediately or at once. Therefore, a stat dose is administered promptly to address an urgent medical need or situation.

Tephromalacia is a term that refers to a softening or degeneration of tissues due to inflammation or injury. It is commonly associated with conditions such as knee osteoarthritis or joint degeneration.