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
Genetic counseling A branch of medicine that interprets and provides advice on genetic issues. Anyone with a history of chromosomal defect in the family or women who expect their first child after 35 years of age should seek this advice.
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
Genetic counseling A branch of medicine that interprets and provides advice on genetic issues. Anyone with a history of chromosomal defect in the family or women who expect their first child after 35 years of age should seek this advice.
Genetic engineering
Interventions into and
manipulation of material that contains hereditary information ( genes ).
Geriatric medicine (jee
ri atrik ) A speciality of medicine that studies ageing. It deals with disease
and health needs of the aged.
Giariasis Infection with giardia causeing abdominal symptoms.
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All older posts are stored in archives for access and review.
Visitors that follow may post contributions to the site please write to address above.
To create consumer/provider engagement visit www.otmanage.blogspot.com
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