Medical Terminology

Arthralagia is a catch-all diagnosis that just says something is wrong with the joint. It doesn't pinpoint the cause of the diseased joint. When further test results come, the diagnosis might be revised.

The medical term for an abnormal condition of meiosis is meiotic non-disjunction, which refers to the failure of chromosomes to separate properly during meiosis, resulting in an abnormal number of chromosomes in the resulting gametes. This can lead to conditions such as Down syndrome.

Lactogenic.

The medical term for liver inflammation and fibrosis is "hepatitis." This condition can lead to scarring of the liver, known as fibrosis, and if left untreated, can progress to cirrhosis, where the liver becomes severely scarred and may eventually fail.

Poikilocytosis is the medical term meaning any disorder of red blood cell morphology (shape). Examples include sickle-cell anemia and spherocytosis, among many others. Normal red blood cells are disk-shaped with two dents, one on each side. A poililocyte is any blood cell that doesn't have that shape.

The medical term for compression of surrounding cells by tumor cells is "mass effect." This occurs when a tumor grows and displaces nearby tissues or organs, causing them to become compressed or distorted. It can lead to various symptoms depending on the location and size of the tumor.

The medical term for an increase in clotting cells is thrombocytosis. This condition involves an elevated platelet count in the blood, which can potentially lead to blood clot formation and other complications. It is important to monitor and manage thrombocytosis to prevent adverse health effects.

Excise means to cut out or remove; literally, circumcise means to cut around, but that word in practice is used to mean removal of the foreskin.

Mycology is the medical term that refers to the study of fungus.

The medical term for a highly contagious bacterial skin infection characterized by skin pus is "impetigo." It is commonly caused by Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes bacteria and is more common in children. Treatment typically involves antibiotics and keeping the affected area clean.

Cystorrhaphy is the medical term meaning suture of the bladder.

The medical term for a white blood cell phagocyte and precursor of a macrophage is a monocyte. Monocytes circulate in the bloodstream before migrating to tissues, where they can mature into macrophages to help with immune responses and clearing infections.

The medical term for a surgical incision into the bladder is cystotomy.

Measurement (by counting how many drops) for liquids, such as syrup for cough

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Latin guttae (drops)

Granulocyte is the medical term meaning granular cell.

The technical term for a floating kidney is nephroptosis. The nethro- means kidney and the -ptosis means "droop or sag." Most docs would probably just use the informal name. A floating kidney is when a kidney drops down into the pelvic area when a person stands up. This event is called a prolapse, which is a word that means something has slipped or fallen out of place.

The medical term for bent backward is "hyperextension." This occurs when a joint is extended beyond its normal range of motion, leading to potential injury or strain.

The medical term for kidney disease that causes red blood cells and proteins to leak into the urine is called glomerulonephritis. This condition involves inflammation of the kidney's filtering units, known as glomeruli, which can lead to impaired kidney function and leakage of blood and proteins into the urine. Treatment aims to reduce inflammation and preserve kidney function.

The medical term for the occupation and dwelling of parasites on the external skin surface is "ectoparasitism". Ectoparasites are organisms that live on the surface of a host's body, such as fleas, lice, and ticks.

The medical term for the surgical removal of the kneecap is patellectomy. This procedure is typically performed to treat severe knee conditions or injuries that have not responded to conservative treatments. After a patellectomy, patients may experience changes in knee function and may require rehabilitation to regain strength and mobility.

The medical term for kidney infection is "pyelonephritis." This condition is usually caused by a bacterial infection affecting the kidneys and can lead to symptoms such as fever, flank pain, and urinary symptoms. Prompt treatment with antibiotics is important to prevent complications.

Humoral stimulus is a type of hormonal regulation in which the concentration of a particular substance in the blood triggers a response from a target cell or organ. This can involve hormones or other signaling molecules circulating in the bloodstream to control various physiological processes in the body.

Proximal is the term used to say that something is closer to the trunk of the body. Example: The elbow is proximal to the wrist.
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