Glossary A-Z 70 Gall stones Gamma globulins Gangrene

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

Gall Stone Stones formed in the gall bladder. They are made of  bilirubin ,calcium, cholesterol and protein .

Gamma globulin  proteins that fight invading bacteria

Gangrene  ( gan green ) Death of a mass of tissue due to loss of  blood supply. It  occurs most often in war injuries , train and air accidents , natural disasters , thrombosis or embolism in arteries.

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