GLOSSARY A-Z 127

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


Pandemic   A disease that affects large areas of the world across national borders

Pap smear  Also called papanicolau test. Cells are taken by a swab from the cervix and vagina, are stained and examined for cancer changes.

Paracentesis   Aspiration of fluid from a body cavity to relieve symptoms and test the fluid

Paralysis   Inability to move a part of the body

Paralytic ileus Loss of contraction of muscle wall of intestine usually after a surgical operation

Any questions be sent to drmmkapur@gmail.com
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
www.surginstruatlas.blogspot.com           www.surgseminar.bogspot.com