Nervous system Flashcards
1
Q
Cephalo
A
The head
2
Q
Cerebro
A
The brain, the cerebrum
3
Q
Encephalo
A
The brain
4
Q
Meningio
A
The protective coverings around the brain and spinal cord
5
Q
Myelo
A
The spinal cord
6
Q
Neuro
A
The nerves
7
Q
Psycho
A
The mind
8
Q
Spino
A
The spinal cord
9
Q
Acromegaly
A
A chronic metabolic condition characterized by gradual, noticeable enlargement and elongation of the bones of the face, jaw, and extremities due to over-secretion of the pituitary gland after puberty
10
Q
Hypothyroidism
A
Less than normal activity of the thyroid gland
11
Q
Dwarfism
A
Generalized growth retardation of the body due to the deficiency of the human growth hormone; also known as congenital hypopituitarism (or hypopituitarism)
