Medical Terminology Flashcards by Alicia Arterbury

Paracentesis: a procedure that removes fluid buildup inside your abdomen, called ascites

Gastroenterologists
Hepatologists
Radiologists

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Pyelonephritis: an infection of the kidneys

Urologist
Nephrologist

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Hematopoietic: blood cell production

Hematology

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Electrocardiogram: a non-invasive medical test that records the electrical activity of the heart

Internal Medicine
Cardiologist
Cardiac Surgeon

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Salpingo-Oophorectomy: a surgical procedure that removes the ovaries and fallopian tubes

Obstetrician-Gynecologist
Gynecologic Oncologist
General Surgeons

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Schizophrenia: a chronic mental disorder that affects a person’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors

Psychiatrist

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Cholecystectomy: a surgical procedure to remove the gallbladder

General Surgeon
Gastrointestinal Surgeon

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Tachypnea: an abnormally rapid breathing rate

Pulmonology

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Otorhinolaryngology: the study of diseases of the ear, nose, and throat

Otolaryngology (also known as ENT)

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Neuroblastoma: a rare type of cancer that develops from immature nerve cells (neuroblasts)

Oncologist Endocrinologist

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Arthroscopy: a minimally invasive surgical procedure that allows a surgeon to examine and treat the inside of a joint

Orthopedic Surgeon

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Arthropathy: any disease or condition that affects the joints

Orthopedic

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Endarterectomy: a surgical procedure that removes plaque buildup from the inside of an artery

Neurosurgeon
Vascular Surgeon

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Chondromalacia: a condition that affects the cartilage in the knee joint

Orth surgery
Sports Medicine

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Urethroplasty: a surgical procedure that repairs or reconstructs the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body

Urologist

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Thrombolysis: a medical procedure that aims to dissolve blood clots

Interventional Radiology

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Pulmonary Embolism: a medical condition where a blood clot (embolus) travels to and blocks one or more arteries in the lungs

Cardiology
Pulmonology, and Surgery

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Ureterolithiasis: a medical condition where a stone or stones form in the ureter, the tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder

a. Cardiologist
b. Urology
c. Interventional Radiology

Urology

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Bradycardia: a condition where the heart rate is abnormally slow, typically below 60 beats per minute (bpm)

Cardiologist

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Arthrodesis: surgical immobilization of a joint by fusion of the adjacent bones

Orth Surgery

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Thoracentesis: a medical procedure that involves inserting a needle into the pleural space, the area between the lungs and chest wall, to drain excess fluid

Physician
Physician Assistant
Advanced Practice Nurse
Radiologist
Surgeon

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Osteosarcoma: a malignant tumor of bone in which there is a proliferation of osteoblasts

Oncology
Pathology
Orthopedic Surgeon

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Metatarsal Surgery: a surgical procedure performed on the metatarsal bones, which are the long bones in the foot that connect to the toes

Podiatry

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Nephrolithiasis: a condition where hard deposits (stones) form in the kidneys

Urologist
Nephrologist

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Hysterectomy: surgery to remove the uterus

Gynecology

Electromyogram (EMG): a diagnostic test that measures the electrical activity of muscles

Neurologist Physiatrist Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physical Therapist

Carotid: the large arteries on either side of the neck

Cardiology

Doppler: a non-invasive study that uses sound waves to show blood flow and determine degree of narrowing

Neurology Vascular Surgery

Endometriosis: a disorder in which tissue that normally lines the uterus grows outside the uterus

Gynecologist Primary Care Provider

Fluoroscopy: a medical imaging technique that uses X-rays to produce real-time, moving images of internal structures in the body

Radiologist / Radiologic Technologist Cardiologists Gastroenterologists Orthopedic Surgeons Physician Assistants

Kyphoscoliosis: a condition that caused both a hunchback and a sideways curvature of the spine, leading to significant discomfort and mobility issues

Orthopedic Surgeon Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Radiology / Radiologist Neurosurgeon

Aneurysm: A bulge in a blood vessel caused by a weakness in the vessel wall

Vascular Surgeon

Arrhythmia: An irregular heartbeat

Cardiologist

Bronchitis: Inflammation of the lining of your bronchial tubes

Pulmonologist

Cirrhosis: Chronic liver damage leading to scarring and liver failure

Hepatologist

Conjunctivitis: Inflammation or infection of the outer membrane of the eyeball and the inner eyelid

Ophthalmologist

Dyslipidemia: Abnormal amount of lipids in the blood

Endocrinologist

Eczema: A condition that makes your skin red and itchy

Dermatologist

Fibromyalgia: A disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain

Rheumatologist

Gout: A form of arthritis characterized by severe pain, redness, and tenderness in joints.

Rheumatologist

Hyperthyroidism: Overactive thyroid gland

Endocrinologist

Hypotension: Low blood pressure

Cardiologist

Influenza: A viral infection that attacks your respiratory system

Infectious Disease Specialist

Jaundice: Yellowing of the skin or eyes caused by liver problems

Hepatologist

Leukemia: Cancer of the body's blood-forming tissues

Hematologist Oncologist

Lupus: A systemic autoimmune disease that occurs when your body's immune system attacks your tissues and organs

Rheumatologist

Migraine: A headache of varying intensity, often accompanied by nausea and sensitivity to light and sound

Neurologist

Multiple Sclerosis: A disease in which the immune system eats away at the protective covering of nerves

Neurologist

Osteoarthritis: A type of arthritis that occurs when flexible tissue at the ends of bones wears down

Rheumatologist Orthopedic Surgeon

Parkinson's Disease: A disorder of the central nervous system that affects movement

Neurologist

Psoriasis: A condition in which skin cells build up and form scales and itchy, dry patches

Dermatologist

Scoliosis: A sideways curvature of the spine

Orthopedic Surgeon

Sinusitis: Inflammation of the sinuses

Otolaryngologist (ENT Specialist)

Sleep Apnea: A serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts

Pulmonologist Sleep Specialist

Stomach Ulcer: A sore that develops on the lining of the esophagus, stomach, or small intestine.

Gastroenterologist

Stroke: A medical emergency in which blood flow to a part of the brain is interrupted

Neurologist

Tendonitis: Inflammation or irritation of a tendon

Orthopedic Surgeon Rheumatologist

Tuberculosis: A potentially serious infectious bacterial disease that mainly affects the lungs

Infectious Disease Specialist

Ulcerative Colitis: A chronic inflammatory bowel disease that causes inflammation in the digestive tract

Gastroenterologist

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI): An infection in any part of the urinary system

Urologist

Vertigo: A sensation of spinning and loss of balance

Neurologist Otolaryngologist (ENT Specialist)

Abscess: A collection of pus that has built up within the tissue of the body

General Surgeon Infectious Disease Specialist

Anemia: A condition in which you lack enough healthy red blood cells to carry adequate oxygen to your body's tissues

Hematologist

Bursitis: Inflammation of the bursae (fluid-filled sacs that act as a cushion between bones, tendons, joints, and muscles)

Orthopedic Surgeon Rheumatologist

Cellulitis: A common bacterial skin infection

Dermatologist Infectious Disease Specialist

Cystitis: Inflammation of the bladder

Urologist

Diverticulitis: Inflammation or infection of small pouches that can form in the intestines

Gastroenterologist

Encephalitis: Inflammation of the brain, often due to infection

Neurologist Infectious Disease Specialist

Glaucoma: A group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, often associated with elevated pressure in the eye

Ophthalmologist

Hernia: A condition in which an organ pushes through an opening in the muscle or tissue that holds it in place.

General Surgeon

Hyperlipidemia: High levels of lipids (fats) in the blood

Endocrinologist

Hypothyroidism: An underactive thyroid gland

Endocrinologist

Impetigo: A highly contagious skin infection that causes red sores

Dermatologist

Leukopenia: A reduction in the number of white cells in the blood, typical of various diseases

Hematologist

Melanoma: The most serious type of skin cancer

Dermatologist Oncologist

Meningitis: Inflammation of the membranes (meninges) surrounding your brain and spinal cord

Neurologist Infectious Disease Specialist

Myocarditis: Inflammation of the heart muscle

Cardiologist

Osteomyelitis: An infection in a bone

Orthopedic Surgeon Infectious Disease Specialist

Pancreatitis: Inflammation of the pancreas

Gastroenterologist

Peripheral Neuropathy: Weakness, numbness, and pain from nerve damage, usually in the hands and feet

Neurologist

Pneumonia: Infection that inflames air sacs in one or both lungs, which may fill with fluid

Pulmonologist Infectious Disease Specialist

Prostatitis: Inflammation of the prostate gland

Urologist

Retinopathy: Disease of the retina that results in impairment or loss of vision

Ophthalmologist

Rheumatic Fever: A disease that can result from inadequately treated strep throat or scarlet fever

Cardiologist Rheumatologist

Sarcoidosis: The growth of tiny collections of inflammatory cells in different parts of the body

Pulmonologist Rheumatologist

Sciatica: Pain affecting the back, hip, and outer side of the leg, caused by compression of a spinal nerve root

Neurologist Orthopedic Surgeon

Sepsis: A life-threatening complication of an infection

Infectious Disease Specialist Critical Care Specialist

Tonsillitis: Inflammation of the tonsils, often caused by infection

Otolaryngologist (ENT Specialist)

Alopecia: Loss of hair from the scalp or body

Dermatologist

Bell's Palsy: Sudden, temporary weakness in the muscles on one side of the face

Neurologist

Celiac Disease: An immune reaction to eating gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye

Gastroenterologist

COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease): A group of lung diseases that block airflow and make it difficult to breathe

Pulmonologist

DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis): A blood clot in a deep vein, usually in the legs

Vascular Surgeon Hematologist

Endocarditis: Infection of the inner lining of the heart chambers and valves

Cardiologist

Epistaxis: Nosebleed

Otolaryngologist (ENT Specialist)

Glomerulonephritis: Inflammation of the tiny filters in the kidneys (glomeruli).

Nephrologist

Hepatomegaly: Enlargement of the liver

Hepatologist Gastroenterologist

Myopathy: A disease of the muscle in which the muscle fibers do not function properly

Neurologist Rheumatologist

Pancreatic Cancer: Cancer that begins in the pancreas

Oncologist Gastroenterologist

Uveitis: Inflammation of the middle layer of the eye (uvea)

Ophthalmologist