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.
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.
Chemical dependance Another term for drug addiction,also called substance
or drug abuse.
Chemotherapy ( key mo thera pi) Treatment with drugs that have a toxic effect on
living cells. Used mostly in cancer treatment.
Chilblains Effect of cold on fingers and toes causing redness and pain.Warm protective clothing
to avoid exposure and complications.
Child abuse The physical emotional or sexual maltreatment by anyone including parents.
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