SettingsDiseases and disorders
AA amyloidosis
AA amyloidosis is a form of amyloidosis associated with serum amyloid A protein (SAA), an acute-phase protein.
AA amyloidosis is a form of amyloidosis associated with serum amyloid A protein (SAA), an acute-phase protein.
Abnormal basal metabolic rate
Abnormal basal metabolic rate refers to a high or low basal metabolic rate.
Abnormal basal metabolic rate refers to a high or low basal metabolic rate.
Acalvaria
Acalvaria is a rare malformation consisting of absence of the calvarial bones, dura mater and associated muscles in the presence of a normal skull base and normal facial bones.
Acalvaria is a rare malformation consisting of absence of the calvarial bones, dura mater and associated muscles in the presence of a normal skull base and normal facial bones.
Acanthocheilonemiasis
Acanthocheilonemiasis is a rare tropical infectious disease caused by a parasite known as Acanthocheilonema perstans.
Acanthocheilonemiasis is a rare tropical infectious disease caused by a parasite known as Acanthocheilonema perstans.
Ackerman syndrome
Ackerman syndrome is a familial syndrome of fused molar roots with a single canal (taurodontism), hypotrichosis, full upper lip without a cupid’s bow, thickened and wide philtrum, and occasional...
Ackerman syndrome is a familial syndrome of fused molar roots with a single canal (taurodontism), hypotrichosis, full upper lip without a cupid’s bow, thickened and wide philtrum, and occasional...
Acquired disorder
An acquired disorder is a medical condition which develops post-fetally; in contrast with a congenital disorder, which is present at birth.
An acquired disorder is a medical condition which develops post-fetally; in contrast with a congenital disorder, which is present at birth.
Acrodysostosis
Acrodysostosis also known as Arkless-Graham syndrome or Maroteaux-Malamut syndrome is a rare congenital malformation syndrome which involves shortening of the interphalangeal j...
Acrodysostosis also known as Arkless-Graham syndrome or Maroteaux-Malamut syndrome is a rare congenital malformation syndrome which involves shortening of the interphalangeal j...
Acrofrontofacionasal dysostosis
Acrofrontofacionasal dysostosis is an extremely rare disorder, characterized by mental retardation, short stature, hypertelorism, broad notched nasal tip, cleft lip/palate, postaxial camptobrach...
Acrofrontofacionasal dysostosis is an extremely rare disorder, characterized by mental retardation, short stature, hypertelorism, broad notched nasal tip, cleft lip/palate, postaxial camptobrach...
Acute cerebellar ataxia of childhood
Acute cerebellar ataxia of childhood is a childhood condition characterized by an unsteady gait, most likely secondary to an autoimmune of postinfectious cause.
Acute cerebellar ataxia of childhood is a childhood condition characterized by an unsteady gait, most likely secondary to an autoimmune of postinfectious cause.
Adhesion (medicine)
Adhesions are fibrous bands that form between tissues and organs, often as a result of injury during surgery.
Adhesions are fibrous bands that form between tissues and organs, often as a result of injury during surgery.
Adiposopathy
Adiposopathy refers to certain classes of dysfunction of fat cells.
Adiposopathy refers to certain classes of dysfunction of fat cells.
Adrenalitis
Adrenalitis, also called adrenitis, is the inflammation of one or both adrenal glands, which can lead to an insufficiency of epinephrin or noradrenalin.
Adrenalitis, also called adrenitis, is the inflammation of one or both adrenal glands, which can lead to an insufficiency of epinephrin or noradrenalin.
Adrenocorticotropic hormone deficiency
Adrenocorticotropic hormone deficiency (ACTH deficiency) is a result of a decreased or absent production of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) by the pituitary gland.
Adrenocorticotropic hormone deficiency (ACTH deficiency) is a result of a decreased or absent production of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) by the pituitary gland.
Adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (also referred to as Adult ADHD, Adult ADD) is the common term used to describe the neuropsychiatric condition attention-deficit hypera...
Adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (also referred to as Adult ADHD, Adult ADD) is the common term used to describe the neuropsychiatric condition attention-deficit hypera...
AIDS dementia complex
AIDS dementia complex (ADC; also known as HIV dementia, HIV encephalopathy, HIV-associated dementia and HIV-associated neurocognitive disorder) is a common neurolog...
AIDS dementia complex (ADC; also known as HIV dementia, HIV encephalopathy, HIV-associated dementia and HIV-associated neurocognitive disorder) is a common neurolog...
Airborne disease
Airborne diseases refers to any diseases which are caused by pathogenic microbial agents and transmitted through the air.
Airborne diseases refers to any diseases which are caused by pathogenic microbial agents and transmitted through the air.
Alveolar lung disease
Alveolar lung disease, also known as airspace disease, is a general term that described edema and exudates in the airspaces of the lung (the acini and alveoli).
Alveolar lung disease, also known as airspace disease, is a general term that described edema and exudates in the airspaces of the lung (the acini and alveoli).
Aminoaciduria
Aminoaciduria is the presence of amino acids in the urine.
Aminoaciduria is the presence of amino acids in the urine.
Amyloid degeneration
Amyloid degeneration is a type of degeneration with the deposit of lardacein in the tissues.
Amyloid degeneration is a type of degeneration with the deposit of lardacein in the tissues.
Amyloidosis
In medicine, amyloidosis refers to a variety of conditions in which amyloid proteins are abnormally deposited in organs and/or tissues.
In medicine, amyloidosis refers to a variety of conditions in which amyloid proteins are abnormally deposited in organs and/or tissues.
Angiolathyrism
Main chemical responsible is β-Aminopropionitrile which prevents collagen cross-linking thus making the blood vessel, especially the Tunica media, weak.
Main chemical responsible is β-Aminopropionitrile which prevents collagen cross-linking thus making the blood vessel, especially the Tunica media, weak.
Anterior cord syndrome
Anterior cord syndrome is a medical condition where the blood supply to the anterior portion of the spinal cord is interrupted.
Anterior cord syndrome is a medical condition where the blood supply to the anterior portion of the spinal cord is interrupted.
Anthroponotic disease
An anthroponotic disease, or anthroponosis, is an infectious disease in which a disease causing agent carried by humans is transferred to other animals.
An anthroponotic disease, or anthroponosis, is an infectious disease in which a disease causing agent carried by humans is transferred to other animals.
Aphonia
Aphonia is the inability to speak.
Aphonia is the inability to speak.
Aplasia
Aplasia is defined in general as "defective development or congenital absence of tissue" In the field of hematology, the term refers to "incomplete, retarded, or defective development, or cessat...
Aplasia is defined in general as "defective development or congenital absence of tissue" In the field of hematology, the term refers to "incomplete, retarded, or defective development, or cessat...
Apparent mineralocorticoid excess syndrome
Apparent mineralocorticoid excess (AME) is an autosomal recessive disorder causing hypertension (high blood pressure) and hypokalemia (abnormally low levels of potassium).
Apparent mineralocorticoid excess (AME) is an autosomal recessive disorder causing hypertension (high blood pressure) and hypokalemia (abnormally low levels of potassium).
Aseptic meningitis
Aseptic meningitis, or sterile meningitis, is a condition in which the layers lining the brain, meninges, become inflamed and a pyogenic bacterial source is not to blame.
Aseptic meningitis, or sterile meningitis, is a condition in which the layers lining the brain, meninges, become inflamed and a pyogenic bacterial source is not to blame.
Asian soybean rust
Asian Soybean Rust (ASR) is a serious disease in plants caused by the fungus Phakopsora pachyrhizi and Phakopsora meibomiae.
Asian Soybean Rust (ASR) is a serious disease in plants caused by the fungus Phakopsora pachyrhizi and Phakopsora meibomiae.
Asthenozoospermia
Asthenozoospermia (or "asthenospermia") is the medical term for reduced sperm motility.
Asthenozoospermia (or "asthenospermia") is the medical term for reduced sperm motility.
Asymptomatic
In medicine, a disease is considered asymptomatic if a patient is a carrier for a disease or infection but experiences no symptoms.
In medicine, a disease is considered asymptomatic if a patient is a carrier for a disease or infection but experiences no symptoms.
Asynergy
Asynergy is defective or lack of co-ordination between organs, muscles, limbs or joints, resulting in a loss in movement or speed.
Asynergy is defective or lack of co-ordination between organs, muscles, limbs or joints, resulting in a loss in movement or speed.
Atelectasis
Atelectasis is defined as the lack of gas exchange within alveoli, due to alveolar collapse or fluid consolidation.
Atelectasis is defined as the lack of gas exchange within alveoli, due to alveolar collapse or fluid consolidation.
Atony
In medicine, atony (pronounced ) (or "atonia", or the adjective "atonic") refers to a muscle that has lost its strength.
In medicine, atony (pronounced ) (or "atonia", or the adjective "atonic") refers to a muscle that has lost its strength.
Atresia
Atresia is a condition in which a body orifice or passage in the body is abnormally closed or absent.
Atresia is a condition in which a body orifice or passage in the body is abnormally closed or absent.
Atrioventricular fistula
An atrioventricular fistula is a fistula between an atrium and a ventricle of the heart.
An atrioventricular fistula is a fistula between an atrium and a ventricle of the heart.
Atrophia maculosa varioliformis cutis
Atrophia Maculosa Varioliformis Cutis is a condition involving spontaneous scarring, specifically depressed scars on the face occurring over a period of months to years.
Atrophia Maculosa Varioliformis Cutis is a condition involving spontaneous scarring, specifically depressed scars on the face occurring over a period of months to years.
Attenuated patella alta
Attenuated patella alta is an extremely rare condition affecting mobility and leg strength.
Attenuated patella alta is an extremely rare condition affecting mobility and leg strength.
Auditory neuropathy
Auditory neuropathy is a variety of hearing loss in which the outer hair cells within the cochlea are present and functional, but sound information is not faithfully transmitted to the auditory ...
Auditory neuropathy is a variety of hearing loss in which the outer hair cells within the cochlea are present and functional, but sound information is not faithfully transmitted to the auditory ...
Bacillary angiomatosis
Bacillary angiomatosis (BA) is a form of angiomatosis associated with bacteria of the Bartonella genus.
Bacillary angiomatosis (BA) is a form of angiomatosis associated with bacteria of the Bartonella genus.
Bacterial infection
Pathogenic bacteria are bacteria that cause bacterial infection.
Pathogenic bacteria are bacteria that cause bacterial infection.
Bacterial meningitis
Bacterial meningitis refers to meningitis that is caused by bacterial infection.
Bacterial meningitis refers to meningitis that is caused by bacterial infection.
Bacteroides melaninogenicus
Bacteroides melaninogenicus is a normal flora found in the upper respiratory tract.
Bacteroides melaninogenicus is a normal flora found in the upper respiratory tract.
Baragnosis
Baragnosis is an inability to accurately judge weight differences.
Baragnosis is an inability to accurately judge weight differences.
Barostriction
Barostriction refers to a restriction of pressure equalization ventilation that should normally be present.
Barostriction refers to a restriction of pressure equalization ventilation that should normally be present.
Biliary fever
Biliary fever is an illness of the liver affecting horses, dogs and cats.
Biliary fever is an illness of the liver affecting horses, dogs and cats.
Bilious fever
Bilious fever refers to any fever that exhibits the symptom of nausea or vomiting in addition to an increase in internal body temperature and strong diarrhea.
Bilious fever refers to any fever that exhibits the symptom of nausea or vomiting in addition to an increase in internal body temperature and strong diarrhea.
Biphasic disease
Biphasic disease is a disease which has two distinct phases.
Biphasic disease is a disease which has two distinct phases.
Black hairy tongue
Black hairy tongue is the lengthening of papillae which are bumps on the surface of the tongue.
Black hairy tongue is the lengthening of papillae which are bumps on the surface of the tongue.
Bleb
In medicine, a bleb is a large blister (usually approximately hemispherical) filled with serous fluid.
In medicine, a bleb is a large blister (usually approximately hemispherical) filled with serous fluid.
Braxy
Braxy is an inflammatory disease in the abomasal lining of sheep caused by the bacterium Clostridium septicum (aka Bacillus septicus).
Braxy is an inflammatory disease in the abomasal lining of sheep caused by the bacterium Clostridium septicum (aka Bacillus septicus).
Brittle asthma
Brittle asthma is a term used to describe two rare phenotypes of asthma distinguishable by recurrent, severe attacks.
Brittle asthma is a term used to describe two rare phenotypes of asthma distinguishable by recurrent, severe attacks.
Bronchoconstriction
Bronchoconstriction is the constriction of the airways in the lungs due to the tightening of surrounding smooth muscle, with consequent coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.
Bronchoconstriction is the constriction of the airways in the lungs due to the tightening of surrounding smooth muscle, with consequent coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.
Bronchopulmonary dysplasia
Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD; formerly Chronic Lung Disease of Infancy) is a chronic lung disorder that is most common among children who were born prematurely, with low birthweights an...
Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD; formerly Chronic Lung Disease of Infancy) is a chronic lung disorder that is most common among children who were born prematurely, with low birthweights an...
Buccal exostosis
A buccal exostosis is the formation of an exostosis (bone mass) on the outer, cheek-facing side of the maxilla just above the teeth or the cheek-facing side of the mandible.
A buccal exostosis is the formation of an exostosis (bone mass) on the outer, cheek-facing side of the maxilla just above the teeth or the cheek-facing side of the mandible.
Calcinosis
Calcinosis is the formation of calcium deposits in any soft tissue.
Calcinosis is the formation of calcium deposits in any soft tissue.
Calculus (medicine)
A calculus (plural calculi) is a stone (a concretion of material, usually mineral salts) that forms in an organ or duct of the body.
A calculus (plural calculi) is a stone (a concretion of material, usually mineral salts) that forms in an organ or duct of the body.
Canine glaucoma
Glaucoma in dogs refers to a group of diseases that affect the optic nerve and involves a loss of retinal ganglion cells in a characteristic pattern.
Glaucoma in dogs refers to a group of diseases that affect the optic nerve and involves a loss of retinal ganglion cells in a characteristic pattern.
Canine histiocytic diseases
Canine histiocytic diseases Histiocytic diseases in dogs are well recognized.
Canine histiocytic diseases Histiocytic diseases in dogs are well recognized.
Capillariasis
Capillariasis is a disease caused nematodes in the Capillaria genus.
Capillariasis is a disease caused nematodes in the Capillaria genus.
Carcinoid syndrome
Carcinoid syndrome refers to the array of symptoms that occur secondary to carcinoid tumors.
Carcinoid syndrome refers to the array of symptoms that occur secondary to carcinoid tumors.
Carnosity
A carnosity is a medical condition defined by any abnormal fleshy excrescence or tuberosity.
A carnosity is a medical condition defined by any abnormal fleshy excrescence or tuberosity.
Carotid-cavernous fistula
A carotid-cavernous fistula (CCF) results from an abnormal communication between the arterial and venous systems within the cavernous sinus in the skull.
A carotid-cavernous fistula (CCF) results from an abnormal communication between the arterial and venous systems within the cavernous sinus in the skull.
Cartilage–hair hypoplasia
Cartilage–hair hypoplasia (CHH), also known as McKusick type metaphyseal chondrodysplasia, is a rare form of short-limbed dwarfism due to skeletal dysplasia.
Cartilage–hair hypoplasia (CHH), also known as McKusick type metaphyseal chondrodysplasia, is a rare form of short-limbed dwarfism due to skeletal dysplasia.
Catabolysis
Catabolysis is a biological process in which the body breaks down fat and muscle tissue in order to stay alive.
Catabolysis is a biological process in which the body breaks down fat and muscle tissue in order to stay alive.
Catalepsy
Catalepsy is a nervous condition characterized by muscular rigidity and fixity of posture regardless of external stimuli, as well as decreased sensitivity to pain.
Catalepsy is a nervous condition characterized by muscular rigidity and fixity of posture regardless of external stimuli, as well as decreased sensitivity to pain.
Catastrophic illness
A catastrophic illness is a severe illness requiring prolonged hospitalization or recovery.
A catastrophic illness is a severe illness requiring prolonged hospitalization or recovery.
Cementation (medical)
Cementation is the medical name for a small deposit of calcium, similar to a cyst, which can grow on or in the body e.g. under the eyelid.
Cementation is the medical name for a small deposit of calcium, similar to a cyst, which can grow on or in the body e.g. under the eyelid.
Chalicosis
Chalicosis (Greek, χάλιξ, gravel), sometimes called Flint disease, is a form of pneumoconiosis affecting the lungs or bronchioles.
Chalicosis (Greek, χάλιξ, gravel), sometimes called Flint disease, is a form of pneumoconiosis affecting the lungs or bronchioles.
Chlorosis (medicine)
In medicine, chlorosis (also known as "green sickness") is a form of anemia named for the greenish tinge of the skin of a patient.
In medicine, chlorosis (also known as "green sickness") is a form of anemia named for the greenish tinge of the skin of a patient.
Chondropathy
In medicine, Chondropathy refers to a disease of the cartilage.
In medicine, Chondropathy refers to a disease of the cartilage.
Choroid plexus cyst
Choroid plexus cysts (CPCs) are cysts that occur within choroid plexus of the brain.
Choroid plexus cysts (CPCs) are cysts that occur within choroid plexus of the brain.
Chromhidrosis
Chromhidrosis (also referred to as "Colored sweat" is a rare condition characterized by the secretion of colored sweat.
Chromhidrosis (also referred to as "Colored sweat" is a rare condition characterized by the secretion of colored sweat.
Chromosome engineering
Chromosome engineering is "the controlled generation of chromosomal deletions, inversions, or translocations with defined endpoints.
Chromosome engineering is "the controlled generation of chromosomal deletions, inversions, or translocations with defined endpoints.
Chronic progressive external ophthalmoplegia
Chronic progressive external ophthalmoplegia (CPEO), also known as progressive external ophthalmoplegia (PEO), is a type of eye movement disorder.
Chronic progressive external ophthalmoplegia (CPEO), also known as progressive external ophthalmoplegia (PEO), is a type of eye movement disorder.
Chrysiasis
Chrysiasis is a dermatological condition induced by the parenteral administration of gold salts, usually for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.
Chrysiasis is a dermatological condition induced by the parenteral administration of gold salts, usually for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.
Chylomicron retention disease
Chylomicron retention disease is a disorder of fat absorption.
Chylomicron retention disease is a disorder of fat absorption.
Chylothorax
A chylothorax (or chyle leak) is a type of pleural effusion.
A chylothorax (or chyle leak) is a type of pleural effusion.
Cold urticaria
Cold Urticaria (essentially meaning "cold hives") is an allergy where hives (urticaria) or large red welts form on the skin after exposure to a cold stimulus.
Cold Urticaria (essentially meaning "cold hives") is an allergy where hives (urticaria) or large red welts form on the skin after exposure to a cold stimulus.
Comparative Toxicogenomics Database
The Comparative Toxicogenomics Database (CTD) is a public website and research tool that curates scientific data describing relationships between chemicals, genes, and human diseases.
The Comparative Toxicogenomics Database (CTD) is a public website and research tool that curates scientific data describing relationships between chemicals, genes, and human diseases.
Computer vision syndrome
Computer vision syndrome (CVS) is a temporary condition resulting from focusing the eyes on a computer display for protracted, uninterrupted periods of time.
Computer vision syndrome (CVS) is a temporary condition resulting from focusing the eyes on a computer display for protracted, uninterrupted periods of time.
Congenital disorder of glycosylation
A congenital disorder of glycosylation (previously called carbohydrate-deficient glycoprotein syndrome) is one of several rare inborn errors of metabolism in which glycosylation of a variety of ...
A congenital disorder of glycosylation (previously called carbohydrate-deficient glycoprotein syndrome) is one of several rare inborn errors of metabolism in which glycosylation of a variety of ...
Cotton fever
Cotton fever is a syndrome that is often associated with intravenous drug use, specifically the use of cotton to filter drugs like heroin.
Cotton fever is a syndrome that is often associated with intravenous drug use, specifically the use of cotton to filter drugs like heroin.
Cryptogenic disease
A cryptogenic disease is a disease of which the cause is unknown.
A cryptogenic disease is a disease of which the cause is unknown.
Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma
Cutaneous T cell lymphoma (CTCL) is a class of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, which is a type of cancer of the immune system.
Cutaneous T cell lymphoma (CTCL) is a class of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, which is a type of cancer of the immune system.
Cyclospora cayetanensis
Cyclospora cayetanensis is a protozoan that causes disease in humans, and perhaps other primates.
Cyclospora cayetanensis is a protozoan that causes disease in humans, and perhaps other primates.
Cyclosporiasis
Cyclosporiasis is an infection with the protozoan Cyclospora cayetanensis, a pathogen transmitted by feces or feces-contaminated fresh produce and water.
Cyclosporiasis is an infection with the protozoan Cyclospora cayetanensis, a pathogen transmitted by feces or feces-contaminated fresh produce and water.
Cystic, mucinous, and serous neoplasms
Cystic, mucinous, and serous neoplasms is a group of tumors.
Cystic, mucinous, and serous neoplasms is a group of tumors.
Degenerative disease
A degenerative disease is a disease in which the function or structure of the affected tissues or organs will progressively deteriorate over time, whether due to normal bodily wear or lifestyle ...
A degenerative disease is a disease in which the function or structure of the affected tissues or organs will progressively deteriorate over time, whether due to normal bodily wear or lifestyle ...
Disease causative agent
The term disease causative agent usually refers to a biological agents pathogen that causes a disease.
The term disease causative agent usually refers to a biological agents pathogen that causes a disease.
Disease mongering
Disease mongering is a pejorative term for the practice of widening the diagnostic boundaries of illnesses, and promoting public awareness of such, in order to expand the markets for those who s...
Disease mongering is a pejorative term for the practice of widening the diagnostic boundaries of illnesses, and promoting public awareness of such, in order to expand the markets for those who s...
Diseases of affluence
Diseases of affluence is a term sometimes given to selected diseases and other health conditions which are commonly thought to be a result of increasing wealth in a society.
Diseases of affluence is a term sometimes given to selected diseases and other health conditions which are commonly thought to be a result of increasing wealth in a society.
Diseases of poverty
Diseases of poverty is a term sometimes used to collectively describe diseases and health conditions that are more prevalent among the poor than among wealthier people.
Diseases of poverty is a term sometimes used to collectively describe diseases and health conditions that are more prevalent among the poor than among wealthier people.
Disorders of consciousness
Disorders of consciousness are medical conditions that inhibit consciousness.
Disorders of consciousness are medical conditions that inhibit consciousness.
Disseminated disease
Disseminated disease refers to a diffuse disease process, generally either infectious or neoplastic, but sometimes also referring to connective tissue disease.
Disseminated disease refers to a diffuse disease process, generally either infectious or neoplastic, but sometimes also referring to connective tissue disease.
Dolichostenomelia
Dolichostenomelia is a human condition or habitus in which the limbs are unusually long.
Dolichostenomelia is a human condition or habitus in which the limbs are unusually long.
Drug-induced aseptic meningitis
Drug-induced aseptic meningitis is a form of aseptic meningitis that is caused by the administration of certain medications.
Drug-induced aseptic meningitis is a form of aseptic meningitis that is caused by the administration of certain medications.
Dryness (medical)
Dryness is a medical condition in which there is local or more generalized decrease in normal lubrication of the skin or mucous membranes.
Dryness is a medical condition in which there is local or more generalized decrease in normal lubrication of the skin or mucous membranes.
Dural arteriovenous fistula
A dural arteriovenous fistula (DAVF), also called a dural arteriovenous malformation (DAVM), is an abnormal direct connection (fistula) between a meningeal artery and a meninge...
A dural arteriovenous fistula (DAVF), also called a dural arteriovenous malformation (DAVM), is an abnormal direct connection (fistula) between a meningeal artery and a meninge...
Duret haemorrhage
Duret haemorrhages are small areas of bleeding in the ventral and paramedian parts of the upper brainstem, (midbrain and pons).
Duret haemorrhages are small areas of bleeding in the ventral and paramedian parts of the upper brainstem, (midbrain and pons).
Dysbiosis
Dysbiosis (also called dysbacteriosis) refers to a condition with microbial imbalances on or within the body.
Dysbiosis (also called dysbacteriosis) refers to a condition with microbial imbalances on or within the body.
Dyscrasia
Dyscrasia is a concept from ancient Greek medicine with the word "dyskrasia", meaning bad mixture.
Dyscrasia is a concept from ancient Greek medicine with the word "dyskrasia", meaning bad mixture.
Dysphonia
Dysphonia is the medical term for disorders of the voice: an impairment in the ability to produce voice sounds using the vocal organs (it is distinct from dysarthria which means disorders of sp...
Dysphonia is the medical term for disorders of the voice: an impairment in the ability to produce voice sounds using the vocal organs (it is distinct from dysarthria which means disorders of sp...
Dystrophy
Dystrophy is any condition of abnormal development, often denoting the degeneration of muscles.
Dystrophy is any condition of abnormal development, often denoting the degeneration of muscles.
Ectopia
In medicine an ectopia is a displacement or malposition of an organ of the body.
In medicine an ectopia is a displacement or malposition of an organ of the body.
Ectopic testis
A ectopic testis is a testicle that, although not an undescended testicle, has taken a non-standard path through the body and ended up in an unusual location.
A ectopic testis is a testicle that, although not an undescended testicle, has taken a non-standard path through the body and ended up in an unusual location.
Empyema
An empyema (from ἐμπύημα) is a collection of pus within a naturally existing anatomical cavity, such as the lung pleura.
An empyema (from ἐμπύημα) is a collection of pus within a naturally existing anatomical cavity, such as the lung pleura.
End organ damage
End organ or target organ damage usually refers to damage occurring in major organs fed by the circulatory system (heart, kidneys, brain, eyes) which can sustain damage due to uncontrolled...
End organ or target organ damage usually refers to damage occurring in major organs fed by the circulatory system (heart, kidneys, brain, eyes) which can sustain damage due to uncontrolled...
Endaural phenomena
Endaural phenomena are sounds that are heard without any external acoustic stimulation.
Endaural phenomena are sounds that are heard without any external acoustic stimulation.
Endothelial dysfunction
Endothelial dysfunction is a systemic pathological state of the endothelium (the inner lining of our blood vessels) and can be broadly defined as an imbalance between vasodilating and vasoconstr...
Endothelial dysfunction is a systemic pathological state of the endothelium (the inner lining of our blood vessels) and can be broadly defined as an imbalance between vasodilating and vasoconstr...
Endotheliitis
Endotheliitis is an immune response within the endothelium in blood vessels, in which they become inflamed.
Endotheliitis is an immune response within the endothelium in blood vessels, in which they become inflamed.
Enolase deficiency
Enolase Deficiency is a rare genetic disorder of glucose metabolism.
Enolase Deficiency is a rare genetic disorder of glucose metabolism.
Enteric neuropathy
Enteric neuropathy is a degenerative neuromuscular condition of the digestive system.
Enteric neuropathy is a degenerative neuromuscular condition of the digestive system.
Enteropathy
Enteropathy refers to any pathology of the intestine.
Enteropathy refers to any pathology of the intestine.
Enthesopathy
In medicine, an enthesopathy refers to a disorder of entheses (bone attachments).
In medicine, an enthesopathy refers to a disorder of entheses (bone attachments).
Environmental disease
In epidemiology, environmental disease is disease caused by environmental factors that are not transmitted genetically or by infection.
In epidemiology, environmental disease is disease caused by environmental factors that are not transmitted genetically or by infection.
Environmental factor
Environmental factor or ecological factor or ecofactor is any factor, abiotic or biotic, that influences living organisms.
Environmental factor or ecological factor or ecofactor is any factor, abiotic or biotic, that influences living organisms.
Eosinophilic bronchitis
Eosinophilic bronchitis is a type of airway inflammation due to excessive mast cell recruitment and activation in the superficial airways as opposed to the smooth muscles of the airways as seen ...
Eosinophilic bronchitis is a type of airway inflammation due to excessive mast cell recruitment and activation in the superficial airways as opposed to the smooth muscles of the airways as seen ...
Eschar
An eschar ( and from the Greek word eschara (scab) ) is a slough or piece of dead tissue that is cast off from the surface of the skin, particularly after a burn injury, but also seen in gan...
An eschar ( and from the Greek word eschara (scab) ) is a slough or piece of dead tissue that is cast off from the surface of the skin, particularly after a burn injury, but also seen in gan...
Experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis
Experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis, sometimes Experimental Allergic Encephalomyelitis (EAE) is an animal model of brain inflammation.
Experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis, sometimes Experimental Allergic Encephalomyelitis (EAE) is an animal model of brain inflammation.
Extrapulmonary restriction
Extrapulmonary restriction is a type of restrictive lung disease, indicated by decreased alveolar ventilation with accompanying hypercapnia.
Extrapulmonary restriction is a type of restrictive lung disease, indicated by decreased alveolar ventilation with accompanying hypercapnia.
Extravasation (intravenous)
Extravasation is the accidental administration of intravenously (IV) infused medicinal drugs into the surrounding tissue, either by leakage (e.g., because of brittle veins in very elderly patien...
Extravasation is the accidental administration of intravenously (IV) infused medicinal drugs into the surrounding tissue, either by leakage (e.g., because of brittle veins in very elderly patien...
Exudate
An exudate is any fluid that filters from the circulatory system into lesions or areas of inflammation.
An exudate is any fluid that filters from the circulatory system into lesions or areas of inflammation.
Familial dysalbuminemic hyperthyroxinemia
Familial dysalbuminemic hyperthyroxinemia is a type of hyperthyroxinemia associated with mutations in the human serum albumin gene.
Familial dysalbuminemic hyperthyroxinemia is a type of hyperthyroxinemia associated with mutations in the human serum albumin gene.
Familial thoracic aortic aneurysm
Familial thoracic aortic aneurysm (also referred to as familial aortic dissection or cystic medial necrosis of aorta) is an autosomal dominant disorder of large arteries.
Familial thoracic aortic aneurysm (also referred to as familial aortic dissection or cystic medial necrosis of aorta) is an autosomal dominant disorder of large arteries.
Fat hand syndrome
Fat hand syndrome describes the upper limb changes noted following excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation (sunburn) or trauma.
Fat hand syndrome describes the upper limb changes noted following excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation (sunburn) or trauma.
Fazio-Londe disease
Fazio-Londe disease, also called progressive bulbar palsy of childhood, is an inherited motor neuron disease found in children and young adults.
Fazio-Londe disease, also called progressive bulbar palsy of childhood, is an inherited motor neuron disease found in children and young adults.
Feeding disorder
Feeding disorders in infancy or early childhood are shown by the failure to eat enough food to grow normally usually one month or could be longer.
Feeding disorders in infancy or early childhood are shown by the failure to eat enough food to grow normally usually one month or could be longer.
Fetal disease
Fetal disease refers to disorders originating in utero.
Fetal disease refers to disorders originating in utero.
Fibrillary astrocytoma
Lowgrade Astrocytoma also Fibrillary (or diffuse) Astrocytomas are a group of primary slow growing neoplasms of the brain, that typically occur in adults (between 20 and 50), on MRI images...
Lowgrade Astrocytoma also Fibrillary (or diffuse) Astrocytomas are a group of primary slow growing neoplasms of the brain, that typically occur in adults (between 20 and 50), on MRI images...
Fibrinogenolysis
Primary fibrinogenolysis is a medical condition that appears with abnormal production of fibrinogen/fibrin degradation products (FDP), degradation of coagulation factors V, VIII, IX, XI and/or d...
Primary fibrinogenolysis is a medical condition that appears with abnormal production of fibrinogen/fibrin degradation products (FDP), degradation of coagulation factors V, VIII, IX, XI and/or d...
Fibrosing colonopathy
Fibrosing colonopathy is a disease that arises in patients with cystic fibrosis treated with enteric coated pancreatic enzyme supplements.
Fibrosing colonopathy is a disease that arises in patients with cystic fibrosis treated with enteric coated pancreatic enzyme supplements.
Fibrosis
Fibrosis is the formation of excess fibrous connective tissue in an organ or tissue in a reparative or reactive process.
Fibrosis is the formation of excess fibrous connective tissue in an organ or tissue in a reparative or reactive process.
Fistula
In medicine, a fistula is an abnormal connection or passageway between two epithelium-lined organs or vessels that normally do not connect.
In medicine, a fistula is an abnormal connection or passageway between two epithelium-lined organs or vessels that normally do not connect.
Flash pulmonary edema
In medicine, flash pulmonary edema (FPE), is rapid onset pulmonary edema.
In medicine, flash pulmonary edema (FPE), is rapid onset pulmonary edema.
Floppy trunk syndrome
Floppy trunk syndrome (abbreviated FTS, also known as flaccid trunk paralysis) is a condition that causes trunk paralysis in elephants.
Floppy trunk syndrome (abbreviated FTS, also known as flaccid trunk paralysis) is a condition that causes trunk paralysis in elephants.
Free erythrocyte porphyrin
Free Erythrocyte porphyrin is a pathological condition caused by deficiency of iron.
Free Erythrocyte porphyrin is a pathological condition caused by deficiency of iron.
Fructose bisphosphatase deficiency
In Fructose bisphosphatase deficiency, there is not enough fructose bisphosphatase for gluconeogenesis to occur correctly.
In Fructose bisphosphatase deficiency, there is not enough fructose bisphosphatase for gluconeogenesis to occur correctly.
Functional disorder
A functional disorder is a medical condition that impairs the normal function of a bodily process.
A functional disorder is a medical condition that impairs the normal function of a bodily process.
Glutathionuria
Glutathionuria is the presence of glutathione in the urine, and is a rare inborn error of metabolism.
Glutathionuria is the presence of glutathione in the urine, and is a rare inborn error of metabolism.
Grisel's syndrome
Grisel’s syndrome is a non-traumatic subluxation of the atlanto-axial joint caused by inflammation of the adjacent tissues.
Grisel’s syndrome is a non-traumatic subluxation of the atlanto-axial joint caused by inflammation of the adjacent tissues.
Heavy legs
Heavy legs (jambes lourdes) is an alleged medical condition, described as an "unpleasant sensation of pain and heaviness" in the lower limbs.
Heavy legs (jambes lourdes) is an alleged medical condition, described as an "unpleasant sensation of pain and heaviness" in the lower limbs.
Hemangioendothelioma
Hemangioendothelioma is used to describe a group of vascular neoplasms that may be considered benign or malignant in their activity.
Hemangioendothelioma is used to describe a group of vascular neoplasms that may be considered benign or malignant in their activity.
Hemorrhagic cystitis
Hemorrhagic cystitis or Haemorrhagic cystitis is diffuse inflammation of the bladder leading to dysuria, hematuria, and hemorrhage.
Hemorrhagic cystitis or Haemorrhagic cystitis is diffuse inflammation of the bladder leading to dysuria, hematuria, and hemorrhage.
Hereditary inclusion body myopathy
Hereditary inclusion body myopathies (HIBM) are a heterogeneous group of genetic disorders which have different symptoms.
Hereditary inclusion body myopathies (HIBM) are a heterogeneous group of genetic disorders which have different symptoms.
Heterotopic ossification
Heterotopic ossification (HO) is the process by which bone tissue forms outside of the skeleton.
Heterotopic ossification (HO) is the process by which bone tissue forms outside of the skeleton.
Hippocampal sclerosis
Ammon's horn sclerosis (AHS) is the most common type of neuropathological damage seen in individuals with temporal lobe epilepsy (TLE).
Ammon's horn sclerosis (AHS) is the most common type of neuropathological damage seen in individuals with temporal lobe epilepsy (TLE).
Histiocytosis
In medicine, histiocytosis refers to an excessive number of histiocytes, (tissue macrophages), and is typically used to refer to a group of rare diseases which share this as a characteristic.
In medicine, histiocytosis refers to an excessive number of histiocytes, (tissue macrophages), and is typically used to refer to a group of rare diseases which share this as a characteristic.
Histotoxic hypoxia
Histotoxic hypoxia is the inability of cells to take up or utilize oxygen from the bloodstream, despite physiologically normal delivery of oxygen to such cells and tissues.
Histotoxic hypoxia is the inability of cells to take up or utilize oxygen from the bloodstream, despite physiologically normal delivery of oxygen to such cells and tissues.
Holoendemic
A disease is holoendemic when essentially every individual in a population is infected.
A disease is holoendemic when essentially every individual in a population is infected.
Honeymoon rhinitis
Honeymoon rhinitis is a condition in which the sufferer experiences nasal congestion during sexual intercourse.
Honeymoon rhinitis is a condition in which the sufferer experiences nasal congestion during sexual intercourse.
Horizontal disease transmission
Horizontal Disease Transmission is the transmission of an infectious disease or pathogen from one individual to another in the same generation.
Horizontal Disease Transmission is the transmission of an infectious disease or pathogen from one individual to another in the same generation.
Host factor
Host factor is a medical term referring to the traits of an individual person or animal that affect susceptibility to disease, especially in comparison to other individuals.
Host factor is a medical term referring to the traits of an individual person or animal that affect susceptibility to disease, especially in comparison to other individuals.
Hydrops fetalis
Hydrops fetalis is a condition in the fetus characterized by an accumulation of fluid, or edema, in at least two fetal compartments.
Hydrops fetalis is a condition in the fetus characterized by an accumulation of fluid, or edema, in at least two fetal compartments.
Hyperprosexia
Aprosexia, Hyperprosexia, and Paraprosexia are closely related medical and neuro-psychiatric phenomena associated with attention and concentration.
Aprosexia, Hyperprosexia, and Paraprosexia are closely related medical and neuro-psychiatric phenomena associated with attention and concentration.
Hypocupremia
Hypocupremia is the reduced amount of copper in blood.
Hypocupremia is the reduced amount of copper in blood.
Hypoestrogenism
Hypoestrogenism refers to a lower than normal level of estrogen.
Hypoestrogenism refers to a lower than normal level of estrogen.
Hypoglycemia (common usage)
In modern Western culture, "hypoglycemia" has taken on a colloquial meaning distinct from the medical condition of that name.
In modern Western culture, "hypoglycemia" has taken on a colloquial meaning distinct from the medical condition of that name.
Hypokinetic diseases
Hypokinetic diseases are conditions that occur from a sedentary lifestyle.
Hypokinetic diseases are conditions that occur from a sedentary lifestyle.
Hypomagnesemia with secondary hypocalcemia
Hypomagnesemia with secondary hypocalcemia (HSH) is an autosomal recessive genetic disorder affecting intestinal magnesium absorption.
Hypomagnesemia with secondary hypocalcemia (HSH) is an autosomal recessive genetic disorder affecting intestinal magnesium absorption.
Hypospermia
Hypospermia is the medical term when a man has an unusually low ejaculate (or semen) volume, it is the logical opposite of Hyperspermia.
Hypospermia is the medical term when a man has an unusually low ejaculate (or semen) volume, it is the logical opposite of Hyperspermia.
Infiltrative ophthalmopathy
Infiltrative Ophthalmopathy is found in Graves disease and resembles exophthalmos, except that the blurry or double vision is acquired because of weakness in the ocular muscles of the eye.
Infiltrative Ophthalmopathy is found in Graves disease and resembles exophthalmos, except that the blurry or double vision is acquired because of weakness in the ocular muscles of the eye.
Inverse benefit law
The Inverse Benefit Law states that the ratio of benefits to harms among patients taking new drugs tends to vary inversely with how extensively a drug is marketed.
The Inverse Benefit Law states that the ratio of benefits to harms among patients taking new drugs tends to vary inversely with how extensively a drug is marketed.
Isolated atrial amyloidosis
Isolated atrial amyloidosis is a form of amyloidosis affecting the atria of the heart.
Isolated atrial amyloidosis is a form of amyloidosis affecting the atria of the heart.
Knee effusion
Knee effusion or swelling of the knee (colloquially known as water on the knee) occurs when excess fluid accumulates in or around the knee joint.
Knee effusion or swelling of the knee (colloquially known as water on the knee) occurs when excess fluid accumulates in or around the knee joint.
Lachiewicz Sibley syndrome
Lachiewicz-Sibley syndrome is a rare autosomal dominant disorder characterized by preauricular pits and renal disease.
Lachiewicz-Sibley syndrome is a rare autosomal dominant disorder characterized by preauricular pits and renal disease.
Lactagen
Lactagen is a nutritional supplement produced by Ritter Pharmaceuticals that claims to reduce the symptoms of lactose intolerance.
Lactagen is a nutritional supplement produced by Ritter Pharmaceuticals that claims to reduce the symptoms of lactose intolerance.
Laennec's cirrhosis
Laennec's cirrhosis is named after René Laennec, a French physician and the inventor of the stethoscope.
Laennec's cirrhosis is named after René Laennec, a French physician and the inventor of the stethoscope.
Langerhans cell histiocytosis
Langerhans cell Histiocytosis (LCH) is a rare disease involving clonal proliferation of Langerhans cells, abnormal cells deriving from bone marrow and capable of migrating from skin to lym...
Langerhans cell Histiocytosis (LCH) is a rare disease involving clonal proliferation of Langerhans cells, abnormal cells deriving from bone marrow and capable of migrating from skin to lym...
Large cell
Large cell is a term used in oncology.
Large cell is a term used in oncology.
Laryngotracheal stenosis
Laryngotracheal stenosis refers to abnormal narrowing of the central air passageways.
Laryngotracheal stenosis refers to abnormal narrowing of the central air passageways.
Lathyrism
Lathyrism or Neurolathyrism is a neurological disease of humans and domestic animals, caused by eating certain legumes of the genus Lathyrus.
Lathyrism or Neurolathyrism is a neurological disease of humans and domestic animals, caused by eating certain legumes of the genus Lathyrus.
Leiden Open Variation Database
The Leiden Open Variation Database (LOVD) is a free, flexible web-based open source database to collect and display variants in the DNA sequence.
The Leiden Open Variation Database (LOVD) is a free, flexible web-based open source database to collect and display variants in the DNA sequence.
Leonine facies
Leonine facies: a face that resembles that of a lion.
Leonine facies: a face that resembles that of a lion.
Letterer–Siwe disease
Letterer–Siwe disease is a genetic disorder considered to be a type of histiocytosis (a condition where histiocytes proliferate in the body).
Letterer–Siwe disease is a genetic disorder considered to be a type of histiocytosis (a condition where histiocytes proliferate in the body).
Lifestyle diseases
Lifestyle diseases (also sometimes called diseases of longevity or diseases of civilization interchangeably) are diseases that appear to increase in frequency as countries become mor...
Lifestyle diseases (also sometimes called diseases of longevity or diseases of civilization interchangeably) are diseases that appear to increase in frequency as countries become mor...
Lipedema
Lipedema is a disorder of adipose tissue distinguished by five characteristics: 1) it can be inherited; 2) it occurs almost exclusively in women; 3) it can occur in women of all sizes, from the ...
Lipedema is a disorder of adipose tissue distinguished by five characteristics: 1) it can be inherited; 2) it occurs almost exclusively in women; 3) it can occur in women of all sizes, from the ...
Lipoatrophy
Lipoatrophy is the term describing the localized loss of fat tissue.
Lipoatrophy is the term describing the localized loss of fat tissue.
Localized disease
A localized disease is an infectious or neoplastic process that originates in and is confined to one organ system or general area in the body, such as a sprained ankle, a boil on the hand, an ab...
A localized disease is an infectious or neoplastic process that originates in and is confined to one organ system or general area in the body, such as a sprained ankle, a boil on the hand, an ab...
Locomotor ataxia
Locomotor ataxia is the inability to precisely control one's own bodily movements.
Locomotor ataxia is the inability to precisely control one's own bodily movements.
Lower gastrointestinal bleeding
Lower gastrointestinal bleeding, commonly abbreviated LGIB, refers to any form of bleeding in the lower gastrointestinal tract.
Lower gastrointestinal bleeding, commonly abbreviated LGIB, refers to any form of bleeding in the lower gastrointestinal tract.
Lumbar hyperlordosis
Lumbar hyperlordosis is a condition that occurs in dancers when the lumbar region (lower back) experiences stress or extra weight and is arched to point of muscle pain or spasms.
Lumbar hyperlordosis is a condition that occurs in dancers when the lumbar region (lower back) experiences stress or extra weight and is arched to point of muscle pain or spasms.
Lymphocytopenia
Lymphocytopenia, or lymphopenia, is the condition of having an abnormally low level of lymphocytes in the blood.
Lymphocytopenia, or lymphopenia, is the condition of having an abnormally low level of lymphocytes in the blood.
Lymphoid hyperplasia
Lymphoid hyperplasia (or Lymphoid hypertrophy) is the rapid growth proliferation of normal cells that resemble lymph tissue.
Lymphoid hyperplasia (or Lymphoid hypertrophy) is the rapid growth proliferation of normal cells that resemble lymph tissue.
Lymphoproliferative disorders
Lymphoproliferative disorders (LPDs) refer to several conditions in which lymphocytes are produced in excessive quantities.
Lymphoproliferative disorders (LPDs) refer to several conditions in which lymphocytes are produced in excessive quantities.
Löfgren syndrome
Löfgren syndrome is a type of acute sarcoidosis that is frequent in Scandinavian, Irish, African and Puerto Rican women.
Löfgren syndrome is a type of acute sarcoidosis that is frequent in Scandinavian, Irish, African and Puerto Rican women.
Macrocephaly-capillary malformation
Macrocephaly-capillary malformation (M-CM) is a multiple malformation syndrome causing abnormal body and head overgrowth and cutaneous, vascular, neurologic, and limb abnormalities.
Macrocephaly-capillary malformation (M-CM) is a multiple malformation syndrome causing abnormal body and head overgrowth and cutaneous, vascular, neurologic, and limb abnormalities.
Macrognathia
Macrognathia refers to the condition of abnormally large jaws.
Macrognathia refers to the condition of abnormally large jaws.
Macroorchidism
Macroorchidism is the medical term used to describe a genetic disorder found in males where a subject has abnormally large testes.
Macroorchidism is the medical term used to describe a genetic disorder found in males where a subject has abnormally large testes.
Macrophage migration inhibitory factor
Macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) is a protein which in humans is encoded by the MIF gene.
Macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) is a protein which in humans is encoded by the MIF gene.
Macular hole
A macular hole is a small break in the macula, located in the center of the eye's light-sensitive tissue called the retina.
A macular hole is a small break in the macula, located in the center of the eye's light-sensitive tissue called the retina.
Malaise
Malaise (, mal-aze) is a feeling of general discomfort or uneasiness, of being "out of sorts", often the first indication of an infection or other disease.
Malaise (, mal-aze) is a feeling of general discomfort or uneasiness, of being "out of sorts", often the first indication of an infection or other disease.
Malnutrition-inflammation complex
Malnutrition-inflammation complex (syndrome), abbreviated as “MICS” and also known as "malnutrition-inflammation-cachexia syndrome", is a common condition in chronic disease states such as chron...
Malnutrition-inflammation complex (syndrome), abbreviated as “MICS” and also known as "malnutrition-inflammation-cachexia syndrome", is a common condition in chronic disease states such as chron...
Mediastinitis
Mediastinitis is inflammation of the tissues in the mid-chest, or mediastinum.
Mediastinitis is inflammation of the tissues in the mid-chest, or mediastinum.
Megacystis
Megacystis is a rare disease that is identified by an abnormally large or distended bladder.
Megacystis is a rare disease that is identified by an abnormally large or distended bladder.
Megarectum
Megarectum is Transformer designed by Sir Adyan King in 2011.
Megarectum is Transformer designed by Sir Adyan King in 2011.
Melanoglossia
Melanoglossia is a medical condition in which the tongue becomes blackened.
Melanoglossia is a medical condition in which the tongue becomes blackened.
Meningeal carcinomatosis
Meningeal carcinomatosis is a condition in which a solid tumor diffusely spreads to the leptomeninges.
Meningeal carcinomatosis is a condition in which a solid tumor diffusely spreads to the leptomeninges.
Meningoencephalitis
Meningoencephalitis (, from Greek: meninges- membranes; enkephalos brain; and -itis inflammation) is a medical condition that simultaneously resembles both meningitis, which is an in...
Meningoencephalitis (, from Greek: meninges- membranes; enkephalos brain; and -itis inflammation) is a medical condition that simultaneously resembles both meningitis, which is an in...
Metabolic bone disease
Metabolic bone disease is an umbrella term referring to abnormalities of bones caused by a broad spectrum of disorders.
Metabolic bone disease is an umbrella term referring to abnormalities of bones caused by a broad spectrum of disorders.
Microchimerism
Microchimerism is the presence of a small number of cells that originate from another individual and therefore genetically distinct from the cells of the host individual.
Microchimerism is the presence of a small number of cells that originate from another individual and therefore genetically distinct from the cells of the host individual.
Microorchidism
Microorchidism is the medical term used to describe a genetic disorder found in males where a subject has abnormally small testes.
Microorchidism is the medical term used to describe a genetic disorder found in males where a subject has abnormally small testes.
Milk sickness
Milk sickness, also known as tremetol vomiting, or in animals as trembles, is characterized by trembling, vomiting, and severe intestinal pain that affects individuals who ingest mil...
Milk sickness, also known as tremetol vomiting, or in animals as trembles, is characterized by trembling, vomiting, and severe intestinal pain that affects individuals who ingest mil...
Milk-alkali syndrome
In medicine, milk-alkali syndrome, also called Burnett's syndrome in honour of Charles Hoyt Burnett, the American physician who first described it, is characterized by hypercalcemia caused...
In medicine, milk-alkali syndrome, also called Burnett's syndrome in honour of Charles Hoyt Burnett, the American physician who first described it, is characterized by hypercalcemia caused...
Milwaukee Shoulder
Milwaukee Shoulder Syndrome (apatite-associated destructive arthritis) is a rheumatological condition similar to Calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate deposition disease (CPPD), and is the result of p...
Milwaukee Shoulder Syndrome (apatite-associated destructive arthritis) is a rheumatological condition similar to Calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate deposition disease (CPPD), and is the result of p...
Minimally conscious state
Minimally Conscious State is a disorder of consciousness distinct from Persistent vegetative state and Locked-in syndrome.
Minimally Conscious State is a disorder of consciousness distinct from Persistent vegetative state and Locked-in syndrome.
Mixed transcortical aphasia
Mixed transcortical aphasia is the least common of the three transcortical aphasias (behind transcortical motor aphasia and transcortical sensory aphasia, respectively).
Mixed transcortical aphasia is the least common of the three transcortical aphasias (behind transcortical motor aphasia and transcortical sensory aphasia, respectively).
Molybdenum cofactor deficiency
Molybdenum cofactor deficiency is a human disease.
Molybdenum cofactor deficiency is a human disease.
Morgagni Stewart Morel syndrome
Morgagni Stewart Morel syndrome (metabolic craniopathy ) is a condition with a wide range of associated endocrine problems including: diabetes mellitus, diabetes insipidus, and hyperparath...
Morgagni Stewart Morel syndrome (metabolic craniopathy ) is a condition with a wide range of associated endocrine problems including: diabetes mellitus, diabetes insipidus, and hyperparath...
Mosquito-borne disease
Mosquitoes are a vector agent that carries mosquito-borne disease, transmitting viruses and parasites from person to person without catching the disease themselves.
Mosquitoes are a vector agent that carries mosquito-borne disease, transmitting viruses and parasites from person to person without catching the disease themselves.
Multifocal fibrosclerosis
Multifocal fibrosclerosis and idiopathic fibrosclerosis are disorders of unknown aetiology, characterised by fibrous lesions (co-)occurring at a variety of sites.
Multifocal fibrosclerosis and idiopathic fibrosclerosis are disorders of unknown aetiology, characterised by fibrous lesions (co-)occurring at a variety of sites.
Multiple complex developmental disorder
Multiple complex developmental disorder is a research category, proposed to involve several neurological and psychological symptoms where at least some symptoms are first noticed during early ch...
Multiple complex developmental disorder is a research category, proposed to involve several neurological and psychological symptoms where at least some symptoms are first noticed during early ch...
Multiple morbidities
Multiple morbidities or Multimorbidities is a term which means co-occurring diseases.
Multiple morbidities or Multimorbidities is a term which means co-occurring diseases.
Music-specific disorders
Similarly, neuroscientists have come to learn a lot about music cognition by studying music-specific disorders.
Similarly, neuroscientists have come to learn a lot about music cognition by studying music-specific disorders.
Mutalyzer
Mutalyzer is a tool which was primarily developed to check the description of sequence variants identified in a gene during genetic testing.
Mutalyzer is a tool which was primarily developed to check the description of sequence variants identified in a gene during genetic testing.
Myopathic gait
Myopathic gait (or waddling gait) is a form of gait abnormality.
Myopathic gait (or waddling gait) is a form of gait abnormality.
Myxedema
Myxedema describes a specific form of cutaneous and dermal edema secondary to increased deposition of connective tissue components in subcutaneous tissue as seen in various forms of hypothyroidi...
Myxedema describes a specific form of cutaneous and dermal edema secondary to increased deposition of connective tissue components in subcutaneous tissue as seen in various forms of hypothyroidi...
Neglected diseases
The neglected diseases are a group of tropical infections which are especially endemic in low-income populations in developing regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
The neglected diseases are a group of tropical infections which are especially endemic in low-income populations in developing regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
Neurocristopathy
Neurocristopathy is a term coined by Robert P. Bolande in 1974, referring to a diverse class of pathologies that may arise from defects in the development of tissues containing cells commonly de...
Neurocristopathy is a term coined by Robert P. Bolande in 1974, referring to a diverse class of pathologies that may arise from defects in the development of tissues containing cells commonly de...
Neuroendocrine hyperplasia
Neuroendocrine hyperplasia is a progressive hyperplastic process that ultimately results in obliterative fibrosis of predominantly the pulmonary tree (the lungs).
Neuroendocrine hyperplasia is a progressive hyperplastic process that ultimately results in obliterative fibrosis of predominantly the pulmonary tree (the lungs).
Non-communicable disease
A non-communicable disease, or NCD, is a medical condition or disease which by definition is non-infectious and non-transmissable between persons.
A non-communicable disease, or NCD, is a medical condition or disease which by definition is non-infectious and non-transmissable between persons.
Non-infectious disease
Non-infectious diseases (also called Non-communicable diseases NCDs) are those diseases that are not caused by a pathogen and cannot be shared from one person to another.
Non-infectious diseases (also called Non-communicable diseases NCDs) are those diseases that are not caused by a pathogen and cannot be shared from one person to another.
Organic disease
An organic disease is one which involves or affects physiology or bodily organs.
An organic disease is one which involves or affects physiology or bodily organs.
Pagophagia
Pagophagia is a form of the disorder pica involving the compulsive consumption of ice or iced drinks.
Pagophagia is a form of the disorder pica involving the compulsive consumption of ice or iced drinks.
Pain disorder
There is very little knowledge on the specifics of pain disorders and all of the classifications of such disorder.
There is very little knowledge on the specifics of pain disorders and all of the classifications of such disorder.
Pancolitis
Pancolitis is a form of Ulcerative Colitis that is very severe.
Pancolitis is a form of Ulcerative Colitis that is very severe.
Papilloma
Papilloma refers to a benign epithelial tumor growing exophytically (outwardly projecting) in finger-like fronds.
Papilloma refers to a benign epithelial tumor growing exophytically (outwardly projecting) in finger-like fronds.
Paraproteinemia
Paraproteinemia, or monoclonal gammopathy, is the presence of excessive amounts of a single monoclonal gammaglobulin in the blood.
Paraproteinemia, or monoclonal gammopathy, is the presence of excessive amounts of a single monoclonal gammaglobulin in the blood.
Paresis
Paresis is a condition typified by a weakness of voluntary movement, or partial loss of voluntary movement or by impaired movement.
Paresis is a condition typified by a weakness of voluntary movement, or partial loss of voluntary movement or by impaired movement.
Parotitis
Parotitis is an inflammation of one or both parotid glands, the major salivary glands located on either side of the face, in humans.
Parotitis is an inflammation of one or both parotid glands, the major salivary glands located on either side of the face, in humans.
Pelopsia
Pelopsia is a vision perception disorder in which objects appear nearer than they actually are.
Pelopsia is a vision perception disorder in which objects appear nearer than they actually are.
Penicilliosis
Penicilliosis (or penicillosis) is an infection caused by Penicillium marneffei.
Penicilliosis (or penicillosis) is an infection caused by Penicillium marneffei.
Perinatal infection
A perinatal infection is an infection caused by bacteria, viruses or, in rare cases, parasites transmitted directly from the mother to an embryo, fetus or baby during pregnancy or childbirth.
A perinatal infection is an infection caused by bacteria, viruses or, in rare cases, parasites transmitted directly from the mother to an embryo, fetus or baby during pregnancy or childbirth.
Periventricular leukomalacia
Periventricular leukomalacia (PVL) is a form of white-matter brain`s injury, characterized by the necrosis (more often coagulacion) of white matter near the lateral cerebral ventricles.
Periventricular leukomalacia (PVL) is a form of white-matter brain`s injury, characterized by the necrosis (more often coagulacion) of white matter near the lateral cerebral ventricles.
Peroxin
Peroxin (or peroxisomal/peroxisome biogenesis factor) is a protein found in peroxisomes.
Peroxin (or peroxisomal/peroxisome biogenesis factor) is a protein found in peroxisomes.
Persistent aura without infarction
Persistent aura without infarction is a little-known condition first described under the designation prolonged migraine aura status that is not yet fully understood.
Persistent aura without infarction is a little-known condition first described under the designation prolonged migraine aura status that is not yet fully understood.
Phakomatosis
Phakomatoses (or "neurocutaneous syndromes") are disorders of central nervous system that additionally result in lesions on the skin and the eye.
Phakomatoses (or "neurocutaneous syndromes") are disorders of central nervous system that additionally result in lesions on the skin and the eye.
Phosphofructokinase deficiency
Phosphofructokinase deficiency, also known as Glycogen storage disease type VII or Tarui's disease, is metabolic disorder with autosomal recessive inheritance.
Phosphofructokinase deficiency, also known as Glycogen storage disease type VII or Tarui's disease, is metabolic disorder with autosomal recessive inheritance.
Phyllodes tumor
Phyllodes tumors (from Greek: phullon leaf), also cystosarcoma phyllodes, cystosarcoma phylloides and phylloides tumor, are typically large, fast growing masses that form f...
Phyllodes tumors (from Greek: phullon leaf), also cystosarcoma phyllodes, cystosarcoma phylloides and phylloides tumor, are typically large, fast growing masses that form f...
Piblokto
Piblokto, also known as pibloktoq and Arctic hysteria, is a condition exclusively appearing in Inughuit societies living within the Arctic Circle.
Piblokto, also known as pibloktoq and Arctic hysteria, is a condition exclusively appearing in Inughuit societies living within the Arctic Circle.
Pilocytic astrocytoma
Pilocytic astrocytoma or juvenile pilocytic astrocytoma or cystic cerebellar astrocytoma is a neoplasm of the brain that occurs more often in children and young adults.
Pilocytic astrocytoma or juvenile pilocytic astrocytoma or cystic cerebellar astrocytoma is a neoplasm of the brain that occurs more often in children and young adults.
Plagues and Peoples
Plagues and Peoples is a book on epidemiological history by William Hardy McNeill published in New York City in 1976.
Plagues and Peoples is a book on epidemiological history by William Hardy McNeill published in New York City in 1976.
Plantar hyperkeratosis
Plantar hyperkeratosis is a condition of the sole of the foot, wherein the skin is abnormally thickened.
Plantar hyperkeratosis is a condition of the sole of the foot, wherein the skin is abnormally thickened.
Plasmacytoma
Plasmacytoma refers to a malignant plasma cell tumor growing within soft tissue or within the skeleton.
Plasmacytoma refers to a malignant plasma cell tumor growing within soft tissue or within the skeleton.
Plasmacytosis
Plasmacytosis is a condition in which there is an unusually large proportion of plasma cells in tissues, exudates, or blood.
Plasmacytosis is a condition in which there is an unusually large proportion of plasma cells in tissues, exudates, or blood.
Platinosis
Platinosis is an allergy-like reaction to exposure to soluble salts of platinum.
Platinosis is an allergy-like reaction to exposure to soluble salts of platinum.
Pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma
'Pleomorphic Xanthoastrocytoma is a neoplasm of the brain that occurs often in children and teenagers.
'Pleomorphic Xanthoastrocytoma is a neoplasm of the brain that occurs often in children and teenagers.
Pleura-pneumonia
Pleura-Pneumonia is inflammation of the lungs and pleura, pleurisy being the inflammation of the pleura alone.
Pleura-Pneumonia is inflammation of the lungs and pleura, pleurisy being the inflammation of the pleura alone.
Pneumonia alba
Pneumonia alba (white pneumonia) is often seen in neonates with congenital syphilis.
Pneumonia alba (white pneumonia) is often seen in neonates with congenital syphilis.
Precancerous condition
A precancerous condition (or premalignant condition) is a disease, syndrome, or finding that, if left untreated, may lead to cancer.
A precancerous condition (or premalignant condition) is a disease, syndrome, or finding that, if left untreated, may lead to cancer.
Presbycusis
Presbycusis, or age-related hearing loss, is the cumulative effect of aging on hearing.
Presbycusis, or age-related hearing loss, is the cumulative effect of aging on hearing.
Primary autonomic failure
There are three diseases classified as primary autonomic failure: pure autonomic failure, multiple system atrophy (also known as Shy-Drager syndrome), and Parkinson disease.
There are three diseases classified as primary autonomic failure: pure autonomic failure, multiple system atrophy (also known as Shy-Drager syndrome), and Parkinson disease.
Primary tumor
A primary tumor is a tumor growing at the anatomical site where tumor progression began and proceeded to yield a cancerous mass.
A primary tumor is a tumor growing at the anatomical site where tumor progression began and proceeded to yield a cancerous mass.
Primrose syndrome
Primrose syndrome is a rare variably expressed genetic disorder characterised by (amongst other symptoms) ossification of the external ears and learning difficulties.
Primrose syndrome is a rare variably expressed genetic disorder characterised by (amongst other symptoms) ossification of the external ears and learning difficulties.
Proarrhythmia
Proarrhythmia is a new or more frequent occurrence of pre-existing arrhythmias, paradoxically precipitated by antiarrhythmic therapy, which means it is a side effect associated with the administ...
Proarrhythmia is a new or more frequent occurrence of pre-existing arrhythmias, paradoxically precipitated by antiarrhythmic therapy, which means it is a side effect associated with the administ...
Proctocolitis
Proctocolitis is a general term for inflammation of the rectum and colon.
Proctocolitis is a general term for inflammation of the rectum and colon.
Progressive disease
Progressive disease is a physical ailment whose natural course in most cases is the worsening, growth, or spread of the disease.
Progressive disease is a physical ailment whose natural course in most cases is the worsening, growth, or spread of the disease.
Protein toxicity
Protein toxicity with proteinuria can result in those with preexisting kidney disease, or those who have lost kidney function due to age.
Protein toxicity with proteinuria can result in those with preexisting kidney disease, or those who have lost kidney function due to age.
Pseudo-Cushing's syndrome
Pseudo-Cushing's syndrome is a medical condition in which patients display the signs, symptoms, and abnormal hormone levels seen in Cushing's syndrome.
Pseudo-Cushing's syndrome is a medical condition in which patients display the signs, symptoms, and abnormal hormone levels seen in Cushing's syndrome.
Pseudoneurotic schizophrenia
Pseudoneurotic schizophrenia is defined by Stedman's Medical Dictionary as "schizophrenia in which the underlying psychotic process is masked by complaints ordinarily regarded as neurotic."
Pseudoneurotic schizophrenia is defined by Stedman's Medical Dictionary as "schizophrenia in which the underlying psychotic process is masked by complaints ordinarily regarded as neurotic."
Puerperal fever
Puerperal fever (from the Latin puer, male child (boy)), also called childbed fever, can develop into puerperal sepsis, which is a serious form of septicaemia contracted by a...
Puerperal fever (from the Latin puer, male child (boy)), also called childbed fever, can develop into puerperal sepsis, which is a serious form of septicaemia contracted by a...
Pulmonary hemorrhage
Pulmonary hemorrhage (or "pulmonary haemorrhage") is an acute bleeding from the lung, especially in the upper respiratory tract and the endotracheal tube.
Pulmonary hemorrhage (or "pulmonary haemorrhage") is an acute bleeding from the lung, especially in the upper respiratory tract and the endotracheal tube.
Pulmonary toxicity
Pulmonary toxicity is the medical name for side effects on the lungs.
Pulmonary toxicity is the medical name for side effects on the lungs.
Punctate epithelial erosions
Punctate epithelial erosions is a pathology affecting the cornea.
Punctate epithelial erosions is a pathology affecting the cornea.
Purple glove syndrome
Purple Glove Syndrome (PGS) is a poorly understood skin disease in which the extremities become swollen, discoloured and painful.
Purple Glove Syndrome (PGS) is a poorly understood skin disease in which the extremities become swollen, discoloured and painful.
Pycnodysostosis
Pycnodysostosis from (from Greek: πυκνός (puknos) meaning "dense"), dys ("defective"), and ostosis ("condition of the bone"), is a lysosomal storage disease of the bone caused by a mutat...
Pycnodysostosis from (from Greek: πυκνός (puknos) meaning "dense"), dys ("defective"), and ostosis ("condition of the bone"), is a lysosomal storage disease of the bone caused by a mutat...
Pyrrolizidine alkaloidosis
Pyrrolizidine alkaloidosis is a disease caused by chronic poisoning found in both humans and animals caused by ingesting poisonous plants which contain the natural chemical compounds known as py...
Pyrrolizidine alkaloidosis is a disease caused by chronic poisoning found in both humans and animals caused by ingesting poisonous plants which contain the natural chemical compounds known as py...
Pyruvate dehydrogenase deficiency
Pyruvate Dehydrogenase Deficiency (PDH) is a human genetic disease.
Pyruvate Dehydrogenase Deficiency (PDH) is a human genetic disease.
Reactive hypoglycemia
Reactive hypoglycemia, or postprandial hypoglycemia, is a medical term describing recurrent episodes of symptomatic hypoglycemia occurring within 4 hours after a high carbohydrate meal (or...
Reactive hypoglycemia, or postprandial hypoglycemia, is a medical term describing recurrent episodes of symptomatic hypoglycemia occurring within 4 hours after a high carbohydrate meal (or...
Recreational drug use
Recreational drug use is the use of a drug with the intention of creating or enhancing recreational experience.
Recreational drug use is the use of a drug with the intention of creating or enhancing recreational experience.
Recurrent pyogenic cholangitis
Recurrent pyogenic cholangitis (a.k.a. cholangiohepatitis) is a condition that most commonly affects humans of East Asian origins.
Recurrent pyogenic cholangitis (a.k.a. cholangiohepatitis) is a condition that most commonly affects humans of East Asian origins.
Red ear syndrome
Red ear syndrome is a rare disorder of unknown etiology which was originally described in 1994.
Red ear syndrome is a rare disorder of unknown etiology which was originally described in 1994.
Reflex anoxic seizures
Reflex anoxic seizures are a form of syncope encountered mainly, but not exclusively, in young children.
Reflex anoxic seizures are a form of syncope encountered mainly, but not exclusively, in young children.
Reproductive system disease
A reproductive system disease is any disease that impairs the ability to reproduce.
A reproductive system disease is any disease that impairs the ability to reproduce.
Responsible drug use
Responsible drug use is a harm reduction strategy based on a belief that illegal recreational drug use can be responsible in terms of reduced or eliminated risk of negative impact on the lives o...
Responsible drug use is a harm reduction strategy based on a belief that illegal recreational drug use can be responsible in terms of reduced or eliminated risk of negative impact on the lives o...
Retinoic acid syndrome
Retinoic acid syndrome (RAS) is a potentially life threatening complication observed in patients with acute promyelocytic leukemia (APML) and first thought to be specifically associated with all...
Retinoic acid syndrome (RAS) is a potentially life threatening complication observed in patients with acute promyelocytic leukemia (APML) and first thought to be specifically associated with all...
Rickettsiosis
A rickettsiosis is a disease caused by intracellular bacteria.
A rickettsiosis is a disease caused by intracellular bacteria.
Rumbling appendicitis
Rumbling appendicitis is a name for chronic appendicitis.
Rumbling appendicitis is a name for chronic appendicitis.
Sacroiliac joint dysfunction
Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction or SI Joint Dysfunction is a condition in which the joint is locked, partially dislocated or "subluxated" (see "subluxation") in a non-anatomically correct pos...
Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction or SI Joint Dysfunction is a condition in which the joint is locked, partially dislocated or "subluxated" (see "subluxation") in a non-anatomically correct pos...
Sarcoptes scabiei
Sarcoptes scabiei or the itch mite is a parasitic arthropod which burrows into skin and causes scabies.
Sarcoptes scabiei or the itch mite is a parasitic arthropod which burrows into skin and causes scabies.
Satoyoshi syndrome
Satoyoshi syndrome, also known as Komura-Guerri syndrome, is a rare progressive disorder of presumed autoimmune etiology, characterized by painful muscle spasms, alopecia, diarrhea, endocr...
Satoyoshi syndrome, also known as Komura-Guerri syndrome, is a rare progressive disorder of presumed autoimmune etiology, characterized by painful muscle spasms, alopecia, diarrhea, endocr...
Schooliosis
Schooliosis, a pun on "school" and "scoliosis" is a term for a type of medical misdiagnosis.
Schooliosis, a pun on "school" and "scoliosis" is a term for a type of medical misdiagnosis.
Sclerodactyly
Sclerodactyly is a localized thickening and tightness of the skin of the fingers or toes.
Sclerodactyly is a localized thickening and tightness of the skin of the fingers or toes.
Sclerosis (medicine)
In medicine, sclerosis (also spelled sclerosus in the names of a few disorders) refers to the stiffening of a structure, usually caused by a replacement of the normal organ-specific tissue...
In medicine, sclerosis (also spelled sclerosus in the names of a few disorders) refers to the stiffening of a structure, usually caused by a replacement of the normal organ-specific tissue...
Seal finger
Seal finger, also known as sealer's finger and spekk-finger (from the Norwegian for "blubber"), is an infection that afflicts the fingers of sealers and other people who handle pinni...
Seal finger, also known as sealer's finger and spekk-finger (from the Norwegian for "blubber"), is an infection that afflicts the fingers of sealers and other people who handle pinni...
Sever's disease
Sever's disease or calcaneal apophysitis, is the most common cause of heel pain in the growing athlete and is due to overuse and repetitive microtrauma of growth plates of the calcaneus in the heel.
Sever's disease or calcaneal apophysitis, is the most common cause of heel pain in the growing athlete and is due to overuse and repetitive microtrauma of growth plates of the calcaneus in the heel.
Sexually-induced sneezing
Sexually-induced sneezing is a phenomenon characterized by sneezing during orgasm or sexual arousal.
Sexually-induced sneezing is a phenomenon characterized by sneezing during orgasm or sexual arousal.
SHORT syndrome
SHORT syndrome is a medical condition in which affected individuals have multiple birth defects in different organ systems.
SHORT syndrome is a medical condition in which affected individuals have multiple birth defects in different organ systems.
Sialoendoscopy
Sialoendoscopy is a minimally invasive technique that allows for salivary gland surgery for the safe and effective treatment of sialadenitis and other conditions of the salivary glands.
Sialoendoscopy is a minimally invasive technique that allows for salivary gland surgery for the safe and effective treatment of sialadenitis and other conditions of the salivary glands.
Sideroblastic anemia
Sideroblastic anemia or sideroachrestic anemia is a disease in which the bone marrow produces ringed sideroblasts rather than healthy red blood cells (erythrocytes).
Sideroblastic anemia or sideroachrestic anemia is a disease in which the bone marrow produces ringed sideroblasts rather than healthy red blood cells (erythrocytes).
Situs ambiguus
Situs ambiguus or situs ambiguous, also known as heterotaxy or heterotaxia, is a rare congenital defect in which the major visceral organs are distributed abnormally within the...
Situs ambiguus or situs ambiguous, also known as heterotaxy or heterotaxia, is a rare congenital defect in which the major visceral organs are distributed abnormally within the...
Skin neoplasm
Skin neoplasms are skin growths with differing causes and varying degrees of malignancy.
Skin neoplasms are skin growths with differing causes and varying degrees of malignancy.
Slone's Disease
Slone's Disease is another name for a specific form of Hereditary Pancreatitis.
Slone's Disease is another name for a specific form of Hereditary Pancreatitis.
Smoke inhalation
Smoke inhalation is the primary cause of death in victims of indoor fires.
Smoke inhalation is the primary cause of death in victims of indoor fires.
Smoking and pregnancy
Tobacco smoking and pregnancy is related to many effects on health and reproduction, in addition to the general health effects of tobacco.
Tobacco smoking and pregnancy is related to many effects on health and reproduction, in addition to the general health effects of tobacco.
Snapping hip syndrome
Snapping hip syndrome (also referred to as coxa saltans, iliopsoas tendinitis, or dancer's hip) is a medical condition characterized by a snapping sensation felt when the hip is flexed and extended.
Snapping hip syndrome (also referred to as coxa saltans, iliopsoas tendinitis, or dancer's hip) is a medical condition characterized by a snapping sensation felt when the hip is flexed and extended.
Sociological illness
Sociological Illness is a term from sociology that is similar to the term mental illness, but emphasizes that emotional illnesses, mental illnesses and/or behavioral illnesses can all result not...
Sociological Illness is a term from sociology that is similar to the term mental illness, but emphasizes that emotional illnesses, mental illnesses and/or behavioral illnesses can all result not...
Spondylopathy
In medicine, Spondylopathies is a general term for disorders of the vertebrae.
In medicine, Spondylopathies is a general term for disorders of the vertebrae.
Spontaneous hypoglycemia
The term "spontaneous hypoglycemia" was coined by the physician Seale Harris.
The term "spontaneous hypoglycemia" was coined by the physician Seale Harris.
Subacute bacterial endocarditis
Subacute bacterial endocarditis (also called endocarditis lenta) is a type of endocarditis (more specifically, infective endocarditis).
Subacute bacterial endocarditis (also called endocarditis lenta) is a type of endocarditis (more specifically, infective endocarditis).
Subclinical infection
A subclinical infection is the asymptomatic carrying of an by an individual of an agent that usually is a pathogen causing illness, at least in some individuals.
A subclinical infection is the asymptomatic carrying of an by an individual of an agent that usually is a pathogen causing illness, at least in some individuals.
Subungual exostosis
Subungual exostoses are bony projections which arise from the dorsal surface of the distal phalanx, most commonly of the hallux.
Subungual exostoses are bony projections which arise from the dorsal surface of the distal phalanx, most commonly of the hallux.
Swimming-induced pulmonary edema
Swimming Induced Pulmonary Edema (SIPE) occurs when fluids from the blood leak abnormally from the small vessels of the lung (pulmonary capillaries) into the airspaces (alveoli).
Swimming Induced Pulmonary Edema (SIPE) occurs when fluids from the blood leak abnormally from the small vessels of the lung (pulmonary capillaries) into the airspaces (alveoli).
Sympathetic ophthalmia
Sympathetic ophthalmia (SO) is a granulomatous uveitis (a kind of inflammation) of both eyes following trauma to one eye.
Sympathetic ophthalmia (SO) is a granulomatous uveitis (a kind of inflammation) of both eyes following trauma to one eye.
Synkinesis
Synkinesis is the result from miswiring of nerves after trauma.
Synkinesis is the result from miswiring of nerves after trauma.
Systemic disease
A systemic disease is one that affects a number of organs and tissues, or affects the body as a whole.
A systemic disease is one that affects a number of organs and tissues, or affects the body as a whole.
Tenesmus
Tenesmus is the feeling of constantly needing to pass stools, even if the bowels are already empty.
Tenesmus is the feeling of constantly needing to pass stools, even if the bowels are already empty.
Tenonitis
Tenonitis is a rare eye disease, an inflammation of the Capsule of Ténon.
Tenonitis is a rare eye disease, an inflammation of the Capsule of Ténon.
Testicular microlithiasis
Testicular microlithiasis is an unusual condition diagnosed on testicular ultrasound.
Testicular microlithiasis is an unusual condition diagnosed on testicular ultrasound.
Threshold host density
Threshold host density, in the context of wildlife disease ecology, refers the concentration of a population of a particular organism as it relates to disease.
Threshold host density, in the context of wildlife disease ecology, refers the concentration of a population of a particular organism as it relates to disease.
Thrombocytopenic purpura
Thrombocytopenic purpura are purpura associated with a reduction in circulating blood platelets which can result from a variety of causes.
Thrombocytopenic purpura are purpura associated with a reduction in circulating blood platelets which can result from a variety of causes.
Toxic multinodular goiter
Toxic multinodular goiter (also known as toxic nodular goiter, toxic nodular struma) is a form of hyperthyroidism - where there is excess production of thyroid hormones.
Toxic multinodular goiter (also known as toxic nodular goiter, toxic nodular struma) is a form of hyperthyroidism - where there is excess production of thyroid hormones.
Toxic shock syndrome
Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is a potentially fatal illness caused by a bacterial toxin.
Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is a potentially fatal illness caused by a bacterial toxin.
Transient erythroblastopenia of childhood
Transient erythroblastopenia of childhood (TEC) is a slowly developing anemia of early childhood characterized by gradual onset of pallor.
Transient erythroblastopenia of childhood (TEC) is a slowly developing anemia of early childhood characterized by gradual onset of pallor.
Transmission (medicine)
In medicine and biology, transmission is the passing of a communicable disease from an infected host individual or group to a conspecific individual or group, regardless of whether the other ind...
In medicine and biology, transmission is the passing of a communicable disease from an infected host individual or group to a conspecific individual or group, regardless of whether the other ind...
Trophoblastic neoplasm
Trophoblastic neoplasms are neoplasms which derive from trophoblastic tissue.
Trophoblastic neoplasms are neoplasms which derive from trophoblastic tissue.
Tropical eosinophilia
Tropical (pulmonary) eosinophilia or TPE is characterized by cough, asthmatic attacks, and enlarged spleen, and caused by Wuchereria bancrofti a filarial infection.
Tropical (pulmonary) eosinophilia or TPE is characterized by cough, asthmatic attacks, and enlarged spleen, and caused by Wuchereria bancrofti a filarial infection.
Tumoral calcinosis
Tumoral calcinosis is a rare condition in which there is calcium deposition in the soft tissue in periarticular location i.e. around joints.
Tumoral calcinosis is a rare condition in which there is calcium deposition in the soft tissue in periarticular location i.e. around joints.
Wooden chest
Wooden chest is a rigidity of the chest following the administration of high doses of opioids during anaesthesia.
Wooden chest is a rigidity of the chest following the administration of high doses of opioids during anaesthesia.