GLOSSARY A-Z 60 Epilepsy episiotomy erythema esophagus

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.

Epilepsy  ( epi lepsi ) A manifestation of brain dysfunction. The  patient  has  repeated attacks of  consciousness and muscular contractions ( convulsions )

Episiotomy  ( epee si  otomi )  An incision made on the outer edge of  birth canal to enlarge it during delivery

Erythema  ( eri thee ma )  Red  colouration  of skin ; a sign of excess blood and inflammation

Esophagus  (ee so fay gus ) The food pipe that connects the mouth to the stomach

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