GLOSSARY A-Z 2

Glossary A-Z 2

Technical terms come up in discussion with your physician at various stages of your meeting/ encounters with him.
 If the meaning of these terms is lost on you, you do not benefit from the discussion.
 It is therefore important that you understand the meaning and content of these terms.
This not only helps you to understand fully what is said but also helps you to ask question to clarify issues raised by your understanding.
 Given below are the terms which you would come across in the discussion.
They are in alphabetic order to provide ease of access.
Illustrations are also provided to assist undertanding.

Acupuncture

An ancient Chinese method of treatment. Fine needles are inserted into various parts of the body to relieve pain or to cure a condition.  It is possible that suggestion, production of pain killing ‘endorphins’ and the ‘gate theory’ of pain may have a part to play.

Against medical advice

 (AMA) The patient while admitted to hospital is in the charge of his treating physician. On completion of treatment or when the physician reassures himself that the patient can look after himself, he may be discharged.

However, on being informed of the risks of early discharge,  the patient can leave against medical advice at any after admission at his own risk.

Agranulocytosis

This means an absence of white blood cells in the blood. It can be the result of disease (leukemia)  or use of drugs (anti-cancer drugs). It signifies reduced ability of the body to fight infection

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