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The scientific study of microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi, and their effects on living organisms.

Refers to something that is advantageous or beneficial.

To weaken or damage something, often referring to a person's physical or mental abilities.

An injury to the body's skin or underlying tissue, typically caused by a cut, scrape, or other traumatic event.

Experiencing discomfort, pain, or irritation in the throat, often due to infection or inflammation.

Rinsing or cleaning the throat and mouth by swishing liquid, usually with the head tilted back and making a gargling sound.

A slimy, viscous substance produced by the body's mucous membranes, often to trap and remove foreign particles or as a response to infection.

Refers to microorganisms or agents that can cause disease or illness in a host organism.

An abnormal condition that negatively affects the functioning of an organism's body or mind, often caused by pathogens or other factors.

Microscopic single-celled organisms that can have various effects on health, some of which are beneficial, while others can cause disease.

Describes the severity or harmfulness of a microorganism, particularly its ability to cause disease.

The process of making something stronger or more solid, often used in the context of healing or recovery.

A type of fungus that can grow on organic materials and may cause health problems if inhaled or ingested.

Groups of cells with similar functions that work together to perform specific tasks in the body.

The act of using a needle and syringe to introduce a substance, such as a medication or vaccine, into the body through the skin.

A medical facility that offers a variety of medical services and specialties in one location.

To search for something or someone, often used in a medical context to search for signs or symptoms of a condition.

A medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the nervous system.

The liquid waste product excreted by the kidneys and stored in the bladder before being eliminated from the body.

The process of identifying and determining the nature or cause of a disease or medical condition.

A medical doctor who provides general medical care and treatment to patients.

To express dissatisfaction or discomfort, often used by patients to describe their symptoms to a healthcare provider.

Refers to a state of poor health or feeling unwell due to illness or injury.

A healthcare professional who specializes in therapy and rehabilitation, often used interchangeably with therapist.

A medical doctor who specializes in performing surgical procedures.

A prescribed plan or course of treatment, often referring to a specific healthcare or medication routine.

The medical care and interventions provided to manage or cure a disease or medical condition.

The process of blood clot formation, which helps stop bleeding.

Substances used for medical purposes, including drugs, medications, and remedies.

A reflex action that clears the throat and airways of mucus and irritants, often associated with respiratory conditions.

A combination of different substances or components blended together.

Slightly wet or damp.

An abnormal crackling or rattling sound heard during breathing, often associated with lung conditions.

Refers to a sudden and severe onset of symptoms or a disease with a short duration.

To become infected with a common viral respiratory illness, often characterized by symptoms like coughing, sneezing, and congestion.

To gather or collect gradually over time.

Refers to taking medication or administering treatment by mouth, typically in the form of pills or liquid.

Inflammation of the bronchial tubes in the lungs, often causing coughing and difficulty breathing.

An excess of mucus in the nose and throat, often due to inflammation or infection.

A solid, often compressed, form of medication.

A measure of the degree of hotness or coldness, often used to assess fever in medical contexts.

A person who receives medical care or treatment from healthcare providers.

A period of time when an employee is excused from work due to illness or medical reasons.

The condition of being unable to sleep or experiencing frequent awakenings during the night.

Diligent and thorough attention to detail and cleanliness, often used in medical settings to prevent infection.

A continuous, dull pain or discomfort.

Problems or difficulties, often used to describe health issues or concerns.

Inflammation of the trachea (windpipe), often causing coughing and breathing difficulties.

A common over-the-counter pain reliever and anti-inflammatory medication.

A prescription medication used to treat pain and as a cough suppressant.

The administration of fluids, medications, or nutrients directly into a vein.

A section of a hospital where patients are admitted for treatment and care.

A section of a hospital or clinic where patients receive medical care without being admitted for an extended stay.

To authorize and recommend a specific medication or treatment plan for a patient.

Capable of causing harm or death when ingested, inhaled, or absorbed.

The permanent cessation of all vital bodily functions.

To take actions or measures to stop something from happening, especially regarding disease or injury.

The process of regaining health and well-being after an illness or injury.

The act of admitting a patient to a hospital for medical care.

The consumption of a medication or substance in a quantity exceeding the recommended or safe dose.

A medical test that records the electrical activity of the heart to diagnose heart conditions.

Information about health conditions and diseases that have affected a person's relatives, which can be relevant to their own health risks.

Medications used to treat bacterial infections by inhibiting or killing bacteria.

The scientific study of the composition, properties, and reactions of substances.

An inflammatory lung condition often caused by infection, resulting in symptoms such as cough, fever, and difficulty breathing.

Kept in a particular state or condition, often used in the context of specimens or samples.

The medical examination technique of using hands and fingers to feel and assess body parts and organs.

The process of listening to internal sounds of the body, often using a stethoscope, to assess the condition of organs, particularly the heart and lungs.

A medical procedure that involves inserting a thin tube with a camera into the bladder to examine and diagnose urinary tract issues.

Swelling caused by an abnormal accumulation of fluid in body tissues.

Excessive bleeding, often used to describe severe bleeding, either internally or externally.

Thick fluid produced by the respiratory tract, often coughed up and examined for signs of infection or disease.

A diagnostic imaging technique that uses radiation to create images of the internal structures of the body.

The act of forcefully expelling the contents of the stomach through the mouth, often in response to illness or irritation.

A reduction in the normal function or abilities of a person or organ.

Refers to cancerous growths or tumors that can invade nearby tissues and potentially spread to other parts of the body.

A bluish discoloration of the skin or mucous membranes, often indicating a lack of oxygen in the blood.

A crackling or popping sound that can be heard during the movement of joints or in certain medical conditions.

Spread out over a wide area or covering a large surface.

Inflammation of the lining around the lungs (the pleura), often causing chest pain and difficulty breathing.

The blockage or closure of a blood vessel or other passage in the body.

Containing or producing pus, often seen in infected wounds or abscesses.

Thick fluid produced by the respiratory tract, often coughed up and examined for signs of infection or disease.

A lack of resonance or hollowness in a sound, often used to describe sounds heard during medical examinations.

An organ in the abdominal cavity that plays a role in immune function and blood storage.

Refers to something that is extremely intense, serious, or harmful.

A type of pneumonia characterized by inflammation and infection in one or more lobes of the lungs.

A blood test that measures the rate at which red blood cells settle in a test tube, often used as a marker of inflammation in the body.

To depart from the usual or expected course or standard.

The specific microorganism, chemical, or factor responsible for causing a disease or condition.

A state of extreme tiredness or exhaustion.

Refers to non-cancerous growths or tumors that do not invade nearby tissues or spread to other parts of the body.

The process of sweating, often in response to physical exertion or heat.

An abnormal sound heard during the heartbeat, often indicating a heart valve disorder.

The reappearance or return of a disease or condition after a period of improvement or remission.

Inflammation of the inner lining of the heart (endocardium), often caused by rheumatic fever.

Excessive physical or mental stress or exertion.

Present from birth or existing at the time of birth.

Abnormal rapid and irregular contractions of heart muscle fibers, often referring to atrial or ventricular fibrillation, which can be life-threatening.