Chapter 1: Powerpoint Notes Flashcards
Hypoglycemia
Lower than normal blood sugar
Arthritis
Joint inflammation
Inflammation is the condition characterized by…
Redness, heat, pain, swelling (and sometimes loss of function) - NOT the same as an infection (bacteria, parasite, etc. involved)
A tumor is an abnormal benign or malignant growth
of tissue that is caused from _____ (also
called a _____).
Rapid cell growth (Neoplasm)
A benign tumor is _____, but it can cause
problems because it of its size or location!
NOT CANCER
A _____ tumor is cancerous, meaning that the
cells are abnormal and can spread to other parts
of the body (metastasize).
Malignant
A malignant tumor of epithelial tissues is called a
_____.
Carcinoma, e.g., squamous cell carcinomas.
A malignant tumor of connective tissues is called a
_____.
Sarcoma, e.g., osteosarcoma.
If you see the words malignant, metastasis,
carcinoma or sarcoma, the tumor is always
_____.
Cancerous!
Pigmented cells are called
Melanocytes
A lipoma is a benign tumor made of _____.
Adipose tissue
Inguinal
Pertaining to the groin
Axillary
Pertaining to the armpit
Metastasized
Spread
Normal horse temperature
99.0 - 101.5 degrees F
