Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Glossary A-Z 58 Endotracheal tube enema ENT enteric fever



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 understanding.

Endotracheal tube  A tube introduced  into the  trachea through the mouth for delivery of gases 
Enema  Medicated fluid introduced into the rectum to stimulate bowel movement
ENT Ear, nose and throat ; referring to disorders of these organs and their  treatment
Enteric  fever  Another name for  typhoid fever
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