Defining Flashcards
Otitis Media
Inflammation or infection of the middle ear, often caused by bacteria or viruses.
Vertigo
A sensation of dizziness or spinning, often related to inner ear problems.
Otosclerosis
A condition where abnormal bone growth in the middle ear leads to hearing loss.
Meniere’s Disease
A disorder of the inner ear causing vertigo, hearing loss, and tinnitus.
Tinnitus
A ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound in the ears when no external sound is present.
Glaucoma
A group of eye conditions that cause damage to the optic nerve, often linked to high eye pressure.
Cataracts
Clouding of the eye’s lens, leading to vision impairment.
Macular Degeneration
A condition that causes deterioration of the central part of the retina, leading to loss of central vision.
Presbyopia
Age-related loss of the ability to focus on close objects, typically occurring after age 40.
Fibromyalgia
A condition causing widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and tenderness in localized areas.
Osteoarthritis
A degenerative joint disease where the cartilage in joints wears down over time, causing pain and stiffness.
Phantom Pain
Pain felt in a limb that has been amputated.
Osteoporosis
A condition where bones become weak and brittle due to loss of bone mass and density.
Arthritis
Inflammation of the joints, causing pain and stiffness.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
An autoimmune disorder where the immune system attacks the joints, causing inflammation and damage.
Bone Spurs
Bony projections that form along the edges of bones, often near joints, due to pressure or stress.
Gout
A form of arthritis caused by the buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints, leading to sudden, severe pain.
Compound Fracture
A fracture where the bone breaks and pierces the skin.
Osteomyelitis
An infection of the bone, typically caused by bacteria.
Flatus
The medical term for gas passed through the digestive tract (farting).
Constipation
Difficulty or infrequent bowel movements
Occult Blood Testing
A test to detect hidden blood in the stool, which can indicate gastrointestinal bleeding.
Melena
Black, tarry stool caused by the presence of digested blood, typically from upper gastrointestinal bleeding.
Congestive Heart Failure
A condition where the heart is unable to pump blood effectively, leading to fluid buildup in the lungs and other parts of the body.
