GLOSSARY A-Z 106

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

Mantoux test (man tu) A test for tuberculosis. A positive test shows that the person has been exposed to TB

Massage A technique in which muscles are rubbed for relief of pain and relaxation. It is an important technique for lowering stress.

Mastectomy A surgical procedure to remove a part of or the whole breast

Mastitis (mas ty tis) Any painful condition of the breast. The pain is due to inflammation (often bacterial) in lactating women or hormonal imbalance in older women.

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