Symptomatic Terms Flashcards
1
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exophthalmos
A
protrusion of one or both eyeballs
2
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glucosuria
glycosuria
A
glucose in the urine
3
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hirsutism
A
an excessive growth of hair, especially in unusual places
4
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ketosis ketoacidosis diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)
A
presence of an abnormal amount of ketone bodies in the blood and urine indicating an abnormal metabolism of carbohydrates
5
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metabolism
A
all chemical processes in the body that result in growth generation of energy, elimination of waste, and other body functions
6
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polydipsia
A
excessive thirst
7
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polyuria
A
excessive urination