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Medical Terms Flashcards

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Definition of abdomen

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The tummy area from the lower rib to the pelvis

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Definition of abdominal

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Of the abdomen

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Definition of abortion

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Ending a pregnancy using either medicines or an operation

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Definition of acute

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Sudden and severe

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Definition of Adenomyosis

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Endometriosis in the muscle wall of the uterus

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Definition of adhesion

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Scars that connect two or more body structures together

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Definition of amniocentesis

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A way of testing the fluid surrounding a baby in the womb by taking a small sample with a needle put into the womb through the abdomen

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Definition of amniotic fluid

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The watery surrounding that protects the growing fetus in the uterus

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Definition of amniotic sac

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The pregnancy sac that contains the baby and the amniotic fluid

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Definition of anaemia

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A condition that occurs when the level of the hemoglobin, the protein in blood which carries oxygen around the body, is lower than normal

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Definition of Anasthesia

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Using medicines to stop the feeling of sensations such as pain

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Definition of anaphylaxis

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A life threatening allergic reaction

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Definition of an anomaly scan

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An ultrasound scan that checks for physical conditions during a pregnancy that may affect the baby

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Definition of antiphospholipid syndrome

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A condition that is caused by your immune system mistakenly attacking the healthy cells in your body

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Definition of anthracyclines

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Antibiotic drugs that are used in cancer chemotherapy

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Definition of antibiotics

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Medicines that are used to fight off an infection caused by bacteria

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Definition of Antibodies

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A blood protein that helps fight attacks on the immune system

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Definition of anti coagulant medicine

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Medicines used to reduce clotting in the blood vessels

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Definition of Antigen

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A substance in the blood that helps trigger the immune system to produce antibodies

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Definition of anti inflammatory drugs

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Medicine used to stop or reduce swelling and redness

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Definition of antiretroviral drugs

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Medicines used to block the actions of retroviruses (like HIV and AIDS) and the progress of infection

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Definition of anti pasmodic drugs

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Drugs which relieve cramps or the spasms of the stomach, intestines, bladder and womb

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Definition of autoimmune response

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When the body produces antibodies that react against the body’s own tissues

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Definition of bacteria

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A tiny organism that may cause certain infections

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Definition of bile acids

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Acids that are made in your liver to help you digest fat and fat soluble vitamins

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Definition of biopsy

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The taking of a small sample of tissue for examination

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Definition of birth asphyxia

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When a baby has experienced a reduced level of oxygen around the time of birth

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Definition of bladder

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The organ in the pelvis which stores urine before it is passed out through the urethra

29
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Definition of blood group

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The way blood is classified by proteins

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Definition of body mass index ( BMI)

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A measurement to work out the range of healthy weights for a person

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Definition of Brachial plexus injury

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Damage to the nerves in a baby’s neck

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Definition of BRCA (BReast CAncer gene)

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BRCA1 and BRCA2 are two different genes derived from BRCA which have been found to impact a person’s chances of developing cancer

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Definition of breech position

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When the baby is lying bottom first in the womb

34
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What is CA125?

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A protein in blood that is raised in ovarian cancer.

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What is a Caesarean birth?

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An operation in which a baby is born through a cut made in the wall of the abdomen and the uterus.

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What is cancer?

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A disease of the cells.

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What is cardiotocography?

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A machine that tracks the baby’s heart rate and the woman’s contractions before and during the birth to assess the baby’s wellbeing.

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What is a catheter?

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A small tube that can be passed through a puncture as the baby.

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What is a cell?

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The single building blocks which make up the organs and tissues of the body.

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What is a lepalhaeneema?

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A bruise on a member’s head which is caused by the use of a suction cap to help deliver the baby.

41
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What is cervical screening?

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An internal swab test to check that the cervix is healthy.

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What is a chignon?

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A swelling on the baby’s head that is a result of ventouse birth.

43
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What is chlamydia trichomatis?

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A sexually transmitted infection that can damage the reproductive organs of both men and women if not treated quickly.

44
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What is cholesterol?

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A group of 6/00l fats.

45
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What are chocolate cysts?

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Cysts which form on the ovaries in some women who have endometriosis.

46
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What is chorionionitis?

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An infection inside the uterus which affects the membranes.

47
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What does chronic mean?

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Something that persists or continues for an extended period.

48
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What are clear margins?

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When no cell changes are present at the edge of tissue removed during treatment.

49
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What is a colostomy?

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The first bowel procedure during pregnancy and in the first few days after the baby is born.

50
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What is a colposcopy?

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A hospital examination used to diagnose abnormalities.

51
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What is dilatation and evacuation?

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Surgery using instruments to end a pregnancy

52
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What is deep vein thrombosis?

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A blood clot that forms in a deep vein

53
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What is diabetes?

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A condition caused by high levels of glucose in the blood

54
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What is diabetes (Type 1)?

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A serious, lifelong condition where the glucose level is too high because the body can’t make insulin

55
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What is diabetes (Type 2)?

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A condition where the insulin that the pancreas makes can’t work properly and cannot make enough insulin

56
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What is diathermy?

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A surgical procedure to heat up and destroy body tissue to stop bleeding

57
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What is dysmenorrhoea?

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A term for severely painful periods

58
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What is Eclampsia?

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Potentially life threatening seizures or fits.

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What is an Embryo?

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A fertilized egg.

60
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What is Endometriosis?

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A condition where cells of the lining of the womb are found elsewhere.

61
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What is Endometritis?

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Inflammation of the lining of the womb.

62
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What is an Enzyme?

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A protein found in cells that speeds up chemical reactions in the body.

63
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What is an Epidural?

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An anaesthetic injection into the space around the nerves in the back.

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What is an Episiotomy?

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A cut made through the vaginal wall and perineum to make more space to deliver the baby.

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