Disease and Disorders Terms (no word parts) Flashcards
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Astigmatism
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Defective curvature of the refractive surface of the eye
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Cataract
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Clouding of the lens of the eye
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Chalazion
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Obstruction of an oil gland of the eyelid
Meibomian cyst
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Detached retina
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Separation of the retina from the choroid in the back of the eye
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Glaucoma
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Eye disorder characterized by optic nerve damage usually caused by the abnormal increase of intraocular pressure. If not treated it will lead to blindness.
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Hyperopia
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Farsightedness
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Myopia
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Loss of central vision
Nearsightedness
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Nyctalopia
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Poor vision at night or in faint light
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Nystagmus
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Involuntary, jerking movements of the eyes
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Strabismus
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Abnormal condition of squint or crossed eyes caused by visual axes not meeting at the same point
