GLOSSARY A-Z 146

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

Schisstosomiosis   ( shis to so nmi osis ) Infection due to a parasite ( fluke ) Bilharzia. The disease is prevalent in Africa.

Schizophrenia  (skit so free nia )  A mental disorder.  There is unpredictable thinking and behavior , of two opposing types.

Scoliosis (sco li osis) The curving of the spine the spine  laterally towards one or the other side.

Scrotum  he bag like skin layer that holds the testis in the male

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