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.
Hematemesis ( heemat em e sis ) Vomiting blood usually due to overgrowth of blood vessels or leaking blood from artery or vein in an ulcer.
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.
Hematemesis ( heemat em e sis ) Vomiting blood usually due to overgrowth of blood vessels or leaking blood from artery or vein in an ulcer.
Hematology (
hemat o lo ji ) A study of disorders of the blood and blood forming organs.
Hematoma
( heema at o ma ) A collection of blood in tissues other than
blood vessels. It is usually due to injury or failure of the clotting
Hematuria (
hee mat yu ria ) Blood in the urine. The
cause should be investigated by a physician.
Hemiparesis
( hemi pe re sis ) Musle weakness on one side of the body. It can be due to
pressure on the spinal cord.
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All older posts are stored in archives for access and review.
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To create consumer/provider engagement visit www.otmanage.blogspot.com
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