Defining

Question 1

Otitis Media

Answer 1

Inflammation or infection of the middle ear, often caused by bacteria or viruses.

Question 2

Vertigo

Answer 2

A sensation of dizziness or spinning, often related to inner ear problems.

Question 3

Otosclerosis

Answer 3

A condition where abnormal bone growth in the middle ear leads to hearing loss.

Question 4

Meniere’s Disease

Answer 4

A disorder of the inner ear causing vertigo, hearing loss, and tinnitus.

Question 5

Tinnitus

Answer 5

A ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound in the ears when no external sound is present.

Question 6

Glaucoma

Answer 6

A group of eye conditions that cause damage to the optic nerve, often linked to high eye pressure.

Question 7

Cataracts

Answer 7

Clouding of the eye’s lens, leading to vision impairment.

Question 8

Macular Degeneration

Answer 8

A condition that causes deterioration of the central part of the retina, leading to loss of central vision.

Question 9

Presbyopia

Answer 9

Age-related loss of the ability to focus on close objects, typically occurring after age 40.

Question 10

Fibromyalgia

Answer 10

A condition causing widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and tenderness in localized areas.

Question 11

Osteoarthritis

Answer 11

A degenerative joint disease where the cartilage in joints wears down over time, causing pain and stiffness.

Question 12

Phantom Pain

Answer 12

Pain felt in a limb that has been amputated.

Question 13

Osteoporosis

Answer 13

A condition where bones become weak and brittle due to loss of bone mass and density.

Question 14

Arthritis

Answer 14

Inflammation of the joints, causing pain and stiffness.

Question 15

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Answer 15

An autoimmune disorder where the immune system attacks the joints, causing inflammation and damage.

Question 16

Bone Spurs

Answer 16

Bony projections that form along the edges of bones, often near joints, due to pressure or stress.

Question 17

Gout

Answer 17

A form of arthritis caused by the buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints, leading to sudden, severe pain.

Question 18

Compound Fracture

Answer 18

A fracture where the bone breaks and pierces the skin.

Question 19

Osteomyelitis

Answer 19

An infection of the bone, typically caused by bacteria.

Question 20

Flatus

Answer 20

The medical term for gas passed through the digestive tract (farting).

Question 21

Constipation

Answer 21

Difficulty or infrequent bowel movements

Question 22

Occult Blood Testing

Answer 22

A test to detect hidden blood in the stool, which can indicate gastrointestinal bleeding.

Question 23

Melena

Answer 23

Black, tarry stool caused by the presence of digested blood, typically from upper gastrointestinal bleeding.

Question 24

Congestive Heart Failure

Answer 24

A condition where the heart is unable to pump blood effectively, leading to fluid buildup in the lungs and other parts of the body.

Question 25

Hypertension

Answer 25

High blood pressure, which can lead to heart disease, stroke, and other health problems.

Question 26

Coronary Artery Disease

Answer 26

A condition where the coronary arteries are narrowed or blocked, reducing blood flow to the heart muscle.

Question 27

Thrombus

Answer 27

A blood clot that forms in a blood vessel and can obstruct circulation