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general term for loss of appetite that may accompany other conditions
anorexia
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collection or accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity
ascites
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inability to control defecation
bowel incontinence
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dental appliance that's attached to adjacent teeth for support to replace missing teeth
bridge
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loss of weight and generalized wasting that occurs during a chronic disease
cachexia
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experiencing difficulty in defecation or infrequent
constipation
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artificial covering for the tooth created to replace the orig crown
crown
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gradual decay & disintegration of teeth caused by bacteria
dental caries
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hematochezia
passing bright red blood in the stools
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prosthetic device placed in the jaw to which a tooth or denture may be anchored
implant
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branch of med- diseases and conditions of internal organs such as digestive system
internal medicine
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yellow cast to the skin, mucous membranes, and the whites of the eyes caused by the deposit of bile pigment from too much bilirubin in the blood, which is a waste product produced when worn-out rbc's are broken down. may be a symptom of a disorder such as gallstones blocking the common bile duct or carcinoma of the liver.
jaundice
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passage of dark tarry stools. color is result of digestive enzymes working on blood in the GI tract
melena
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branch of dentistry concerned w/correction of probs w/tooth alignment
orthodontics
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branch of dentistry- treats conditions involving gums and tissues surrounding teth
periodontics
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small tumor w/a pedicle or stem attachment. commonly found on mucous membranes such as those lining the colon or nasal cavity
polyp
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branch of med- dx & trtmt of diseases & conditions of anus and rectum
proctology
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pain & burning sensation usually caused by stomach acid splashing up into the esophagus
pyrosis
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return of fluids and solids from the stomach into the mouth
regurgitation
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painful ulcers in the mouth of unk cause
- aphthous ulcers
- aka canker sores
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congenital anomaly in which the upper lip and jaw bone fail to fuse in the midline leaving an open gap. corrected with surgery
- cleft lip
- often seen along with a cleft palate
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congenital anomaly in which the roof of the mouth has a split or fissure. corrected with surgery.
cleft palate
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infection of the lip by the herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV-1)
- herpes labialis
- aka fever blisters or cold sores
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disease of the supporting structures of the teeth, including the gums and bones; the most common cause of tooth loss
periodontal disease
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enlarged and swollen varicose veins in the lower end of the esophagus. if these rupture, serious hemorrhage results; often related to liver disease
esophageal varices
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acid from the stomach flows backward up into the esophagus causing inflammation and pain
gastroesophageal reflux disease
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cancerous tumor in the stomach
gastric carcinoma
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protrusion of the stomach through the diaphragm (aka a diaphragmatocele) and extending into the thoracic cavity; GERD is a common symptom
hiatal hernia
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ulcer in lower portion of the esophagus, stomach, and/or duodenum; thought to be caused by the acid of gastric juices. initial damage to the protective lining of the stomach may be caused by a H.pylori bacterial infection. if the ulcer extends all the way through the wall of the stomach, it's called a perforated ulcer which requires immediate surgery
peptic ulcer disease (PUD)
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abnormal tubelike passage from the surface around the anal opening directly into the rectum
anal fistula
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cancerous tumor along the length of the colon and rectum
colorectal carcinoma
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form of chronic inflammatory bowel disease affecting primarily the ileum and/or colon. autoimmune condition affects all of the layers of the bowel wall and results in scarring and thickening of the gut wall
Crohn's disease; aka regional ileitis
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inflammation of the diverticulum (an outpouching off the gut), esp in the colon. inflammation often results when food becomes trapped w/in the pouch
diverticulitis
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condition of having diverticula (outpouches off of the gut).
diverticulosis
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disease- diarrhea, often w/mucus & blood, severe ab pain, fever, & dehydration. caused by ingesting food or water contaminated by chemicals, bacteria, protozoans, or parasites
dysentery
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varicose veins in the rectum
hemorrhoids
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severe ab pain, inability to pass stools, vomiting, & ab distension as a result of intestinal blockage. may require surgery
ileus
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protrusion of a loop of small intestines into the groin region through a weak spot in the ab muscle wall that develops into a hole. may become incarcerated or strangulated if the muscle tightens down around the loop of intestines and cuts off its blood flow
inguinal herna
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result of the intestine slipping or telescoping into another section of the intestine just below it. more common in children.
intussusception
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disturbance in the functions of the intestine from unk causes. symptoms generally include ab discomfort and an alteration in bowel activity.
- IBS
- aka spastic colon or functional bowel syndrome
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small tumors that contain a pedicle or stemlike attachment in the mucous membranes of the large intestine (colon); may be precancerous
polyposis
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chronic inflammatory condition that produces numerous ulcers to form on the mucous membrane lining of the colon; unk cause
- ulcerative colitis
- aka IBD
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condition in which the bowel twists upon itself and causes an obstruction. painful & requires immediate surgery
volvulus
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inflammation of the gallbladder; most commonly caused by gallstones in the gallbladder or common bile duct that block the flow of bile
cholecystitis
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presence of gallstones
choleithiasis
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chronic disease of the liver associated w/failure of the liver to function properly
cirrhosis
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inflammation of the liver, usually due to a viral infection
hepatitis
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