Medical Terms Flashcards
heart attack
myocardial infarction
when a blood clot obstructs blood flow to the heart, the heart muscles cannot get enough oxygen and the tissue eventually dies
heart attack (myocardial infarction)
blood clot in the lung
pulmonary embolism
enlarged prostate
benign prostatic hyperplasia
a blood clot that develops in a blood vessel
thrombus
a thrombus that breaks off and gets stuck in another blood vessel
embolism
high blood pressure
hypertension
low blood pressure
hypotension
high blood glucose
hyperglycemia
a disease of the nerves, usually resulting in nerve pain or unusual sensation
neuropathy
low blood glucose
hypoglycemia
high blood potassium levels
hyperkalemia
low blood potassium levels
hypokalemia
low blood pressure upon standing, which often leads to dizziness and blurred vision
orthostatic hypotension
tiredness, drowsiness, or sleepiness
fatigue
a general feeling of discomfort or illness
malaise
heartburn, indigestion, bloating, or abdominal pain
dyspepsia
itching
pruritus
sweating
diaphoresis
hair loss
alopecia
muscle pain
myalgia
swelling
edema
dry mouth
xerostomia
lack of urination
anuria
this is a common adverse effect of anti-diabetic medications
low blood glucose
