n
(pathology) An abnormal protrusion of the navel that sometimes leads to umbilical hernia
n
(medicine) A urinary tract infection.
n
(medicine, pathology) Glandular inflammation.
n
(medicine) The hardening of a gland.
n
Alternative form of adrenalitis [(pathology) Inflammation of one or both adrenal glands, leading to an insufficiency of cortisol and/or aldosterone.]
n
(rare, medicine) Vaginal gas; air or gas trapped in the vagina.
n
inflammation of the mucous membrane of the air sac in some animals
n
An otitis caused by a change in atmospheric pressure resulting in accumulation of liquid in, and subsequent inflammation of, the middle ear.
n
(pathology) A herniation of the amnion through a uterine defect
n
inflammation of the amnion
n
inflammation of the amnion
n
(pathology) inflammation of an ampulla
n
(medicine) A chronic abnormal communication between the epithelialised surface of the anal canal and (usually) the perianal skin.
n
(medicine, archaic) A form of hydrocele common in south India.
n
(pathology) An inflammatory infection of the throat, particularly quinsy.
n
(medicine) A rheumatic sore throat.
n
(pathology) Inflammation of the aorta.
n
(pathology) inflammation of the apex of an anatomical part
n
inflammation of an appendage
n
(pathology) inflammation of the vermiform appendix
n
(pathology) A calcified fecal deposit associated with appendicitis.
n
(pathology) inflammation of the arytenoids
n
A painless nodule found in the heart of patients with rheumatic fever.
n
(medicine) The collapse of a part of or the whole lung caused by inner factors rather than a pneumothorax.
n
Alternative form of atelectrauma [(medicine) A form of ventilator-induced lung injury where alveolar damage results from transient and repeated closure and reopening of alveoli during the respiratory cycle.]
n
Alternative form of atelectrauma [(medicine) A form of ventilator-induced lung injury where alveolar damage results from transient and repeated closure and reopening of alveoli during the respiratory cycle.]
n
(medicine) A form of ventilator-induced lung injury where alveolar damage results from transient and repeated closure and reopening of alveoli during the respiratory cycle.
n
(medicine) ileitis that occurs in the setting of pancolitis and tends to correlate with the activity of colitis
n
(medicine) Inflammation of the glans penis.
n
An inflammation of the glans penis and the prepuce.
n
(pathology) otitic barotrauma
n
(US, pathology) An abnormal change (metaplasia) in the cells of the lower end of the esophagus thought to be caused by damage from chronic acid exposure, or reflux esophagitis.
n
(medicine) A fluid-filled cyst near the vagina, caused by the blockage of a Bartholin's gland.
n
inflammation of Bartholin's cyst
n
(medicine) A severe inflammatory response produced in the lungs of patients who breathe by means of a mechanical ventilator for a long period of time.
n
(medicine) A urinary tract infection.
n
The presence of pain when the abdominal wall is slowly compressed and rapidly released, indicative of peritonitis.
n
(medicine) hyperesthesia below the right scapula, sometimes a symptom of acute cholecystitis
n
(pathology) A congenital diaphragmatic hernia, allowing normally intraabdominal organs to enter into the thoracic cavity.
n
(medicine) Rupture of the esophageal wall.
n
(medicine) Any of the many types of cancers affecting the gastrointestinal tract, rectum, or colon.
n
(gastroenterology) An obstruction of the intestines which prevents normal digestion.
n
(archaic) angina pectoris
n
(medicine, colloquial) Bronchoscopy.
adj
Of or relating to bronchiectasis.
n
(medicine) Abnormal permanent dilation of the bronchial tubes.
adj
(medicine) Of, relating to, or affected by bronchiectasis.
n
(medicine) Dilatation of the bronchioles.
n
(pathology) Inflammation of the bronchioles; especially common in young children.
adj
(pathology) Centred on the bronchioles
n
A radiographic image of the bronchioles
adj
Of or pertaining to bronchitis.
adj
(medicine) active in the bronchi
n
(medicine) inflammation of the bronchioles of the lungs; leads to bronchopneumonia
n
The aspiration of oropharyngeal or gastric contents into the bronchi
adj
Affected by bronchoconstriction
n
(medicine) A narrowing of the air passages through the bronchi of the lungs
v
To induce bronchodilation.
n
(medicine) An expansion of the air passages through the bronchi of the lungs
n
(pathology) bronchopulmonary dysplasia
n
(pathology) The study of (the diseases of) the bronchi and the esophagus
n
(pathology) calcified or ossified material within the lumen of the bronchus
n
(pathology) lithiasis of the bronchi
n
(pathology) The study of the airways and of the diseases that affect them
n
(medicine) A degeneration of the cartilaginous wall of the bronchus or trachea.
adj
That modulates the bronchi (typically by dilating them)
n
The motricity (motor function) of a bronchus
n
(medicine) Any disease of the bronchi.
n
An extension of pneumology to include the bronchi.
adj
Of or pertaining to bronchopneumonia.
adj
Relating to, or caused by bronchopneumonia
n
inflammation of the bronchi and lungs
n
(pathology) Any disease of the bronchi and the lungs
n
(pathology) protection against bronchoconstriction
adj
Conferring, or pertaining to, bronchoprotection.
adj
Relating to bronchoprovocation
n
The responsiveness of the bronchi to allergens, chemicals or inflammation
n
relaxation (dilation) of the airways
adj
Relating to, or causing, bronchospasm
n
(pathology) The abnormal contraction of a bronchus.
adj
Relating to bronchostenosis.
n
videoscopy of the bronchi
n
Either of two airways, which are primary branches of the trachea, leading directly into the lungs.
n
(pathology) inflammation of the bulbous part of the urethra
n
(pathology) A disorder of the bursa.
n
(pathology) inflammation of the caecum
n
Alternative form of caliectasis [dilatation of a calix of the kidney]
n
inflammation of the canaliculus
n
inflammation of the capillaries
n
(medicine) Inflammation of a capsule, such as the shoulder capsule or that of the crystalline lens.
n
(pathology) Inflammation of the mucous membranes of the nose and throat.
n
(pathology) inflammation of the corpus cavernosum
n
(pathology) Alternative form of cavernitis [(pathology) inflammation of the corpus cavernosum]
n
(pathology) inflammation of the vena cava
n
(pathology, US) Alternative form of caecitis [(pathology) inflammation of the caecum]
n
An inflammation of subcutaneous or connective tissue caused by a bacterial infection
n
(pathology) Inflammation of the cervix.
n
(medicine) peritonitis which results from the escape of the contents of the digestive tract into the peritoneum
n
Alternative form of cholangitis [(pathology) An inflammation of the bile duct.]
n
(pathology) An inflammation of the bile duct.
n
inflammation of the vocal cords
n
(pathology) Inflammation of the fetal membranes (amnion and chorion) due to a bacterial infection, most often associated with prolonged labour.
n
(pathology) inflammation of the choriocapillaris
n
(pathology) Inflammation of the choroid.
n
An accumulation of chyle in the pleural cavity.
n
Alternative form of cirsocele [(medicine) The varicose dilatation of the spermatic vein.]
n
(medicine) Orgasm-associated urinary incontinence.
n
inflammation of the clitoris
n
inflammation of the clitoris
n
Inflammation of the cloaca.
n
(medicine) Any lumpy appearance of the trachea, lungs, etc. caused by regular nodules.
n
Inflammation of the cochlea.
n
(archaic) chronic dysentery
n
inflammation of the coelom, typically of chickens
n
(pathology) pain in the colon
n
(pathology) Severe pains that grip the abdomen or the disease that causes such pains (due to intestinal or bowel-related problems).
adj
Of or pertaining to the bacteria that inhabit the intestines (especially the colon) of mammals
n
(pathology) inflammation of the colon.
n
(pathology) A pair of pus-filled cavities that are connected by a narrow channel.
n
(pathology) Any disease or disorder of the colon
n
(pathology) Any disease or disorder of the colon
n
(pathology) inflammation of the colon and the rectum
n
(pathology) prolapse of the colon
n
inflammation of the colon and rectum
n
(obsolete, medicine) The dilation of the vagina, as by a colpeurynter.
n
inflammation of the vagina
n
(pathology) A vaginal hernia or prolapse
n
(pathology) vaginal hemorrhage
n
(pathology) An inflammation of the conjunctiva, often due to infection.
n
(medicine) Alternative spelling of cor pulmonale [A change in structure and function of the right ventricle of the heart as a result of a respiratory disorder.]
n
(medicine) A benign inflammation of the costal cartilage, causing pain between the ribs.
n
(pathology) inflammation of Cowper's gland
n
(pathology) Inflammation of the hip joint.
n
(obsolete, medicine) a rupture, hernia
n
(informal) Ellipsis of Crohn's disease. [(medicine) Crohn’s regional enteritis, a chronic inflammatory disease that can involve any part of the digestive tract from the mouth to the anus.]
n
(medicine) Crohn’s regional enteritis, a chronic inflammatory disease that can involve any part of the digestive tract from the mouth to the anus.
n
(medicine) Inflammation of an intestinal crypt.
n
(pathology) inflammation of the ciliary body
n
(medicine) Any disease of the tonsils, throat, or windpipe, attended with inflammation, swelling, and difficulty in breathing and swallowing.
n
(medicine) Pain in the bladder.
n
(pathology) Inflammation of the urinary bladder.
n
(medicine) Hernial intrusion of the bladder into the vagina, resulting from tearing of the pubocervical fascia during childbirth and often accompanied by urethroceles.
n
(pathology) paralysis of the bladder
n
(pathology) inflammation of the bladder, the pelvis of the kidney, and the kidney parenchyma
n
(pathology) inflammation of the bladder and the urethra
n
Alternative form of dacryoadenitis [(pathology) inflammation of the lacrimal glands]
n
(pathology) inflammation of the vas deferens
n
(pathology) inflammation of the Descemet's membrane
n
(rare) Inflammation of the diaphragm.
n
(rare) Inflammation of the diaphragm.
n
Alternative form of discitis [An infection in the intervertebral disc space.]
n
(medicine, pathology) An infection of the diverticulum.
n
(pathology) The condition of having diverticula, or small pouches, formed along the mucosa of the colon.
n
(pathology) A peptic ulcer located in the duodenum.
n
(pathology) A disease characterised by inflammation of the intestines, especially the colon (large intestine), accompanied by pus (white blood cells) in the feces, fever, pain in the abdomen, high-volume diarrhea, and possible blood in the feces.
n
Improper inflation of the lungs
n
(medicine) dilatation: for example, bronchiectasis, which refers to a pathologic dilatation of the bronchi of the lung.
n
A haemorrhoid; an affliction mentioned in the Bible usually interpreted as a haemorrhoid.
n
(pathology) An abnormal accumulation of air or other gas in tissues, most commonly the lungs.
n
(pathology) Cystitis accompanied by pockets of air in and around the bladder due to the presence of gas-forming microorganisms.
n
(medicine) A collection of pus within a naturally existing anatomical cavity (as opposed to an abscess, which occurs in a newly formed cavity).
n
(medicine) fecal incontinence in children
adj
(medicine) Relating to, or exhibiting, encopresis.
n
(pathology) inflammation of the tunica intima of the aorta
n
(medicine) inflammation of the mucous membrane of the uterine cervix
n
(pathology) inflammation of the vaginal mucous membrane
n
(medicine) Inflammation of the endometrium.
n
(medicine) Inflammation of the endomyometrium (endometrium and myometrium).
n
Inflammation of the inner coat of a vein.
n
(pathology) inflammation of the endosalpinx
n
inflammation of the endosteum
n
(pathology) inflammation of the endothelium
n
inflammation of an endothelium
n
Alternative form of endotheliitis [inflammation of an endothelium]
n
(pathology) Inflammation of the intestines, generally the small intestine, that may lead to diarrhea.
n
(pathology) An intestinal hernia.
n
(medicine) inflammation of the mucous membranes of the small intestine and of the colon
n
(pathology) pain in the intestines
n
(pathology) inflammation of the stomach and bowels
adj
(pathology) That causes hemorrhage within the intestines
n
A muscular contraction of the alimentary canal that is part of peristalsis
n
(medicine) The presence or formation of intestinal calculi.
n
(pathology) Abnormal enlargement of the intestines
n
(pathology) The pathology of enteropathies
n
(pathology) An intestinal disorder or disease.
n
(pathology) The pooling (accumulation) of fluid in the small intestine
n
Visceroptosis of the intestines.
n
(medicine) intestinal hemorrhage
n
(medicine, rare) Rupture of the intestine.
n
(medicine) Intestinal stasis; the stoppage of the food in its passage through the intestine.
n
(medicine, obsolete, rare) A slow haemorrhage through the intestinal mucous membrane.
n
An abnormal narrowing of the intestine
n
(pathology) An inflammatory disorder of entheses (bone attachments).
n
(pathology) inflammation of the epicardium
n
(pathology) An inflammation of the epididymis and testis
n
(pathology) Inflammation of the epiglottis.
n
(medicine) Hernia of the omentum.
n
(medicine) Inflammation of the omentum; omental peritonitis.
n
(medicine, uncommon) A medicine applied inside the nose to increase the production of mucus, and hence sneezing.
n
(American spelling) Inflammation of the oesophagus.
n
(medicine) A large wound in the abdomen, through which the greater part of the intestines protrude.
n
A defect in the development of the muscles of the abdominal wall.
n
inflammation of the fauces
n
(medicine) The transference of bacteria from the feces of a donor to the bowel of a patient suffering from colitis or of a Clostridium infection
n
Fibrosis of the pleural space surrounding the lungs. It can have several causes, including hemothorax, pleural effusion, and tuberculosis.
n
(pathology) inflammation of the umbilical cord
n
(pathology) inflammation of a ganglion
n
(medicine) dilation of the stomach
n
(pathology) inflammation of the stomach and the colon
n
(pathology) inflammation of the stomach and duodenum
n
(medicine) Inflammation of the mucous membranes of the stomach and intestine; often caused by an infection.
n
(medicine) inflammation of the stomach, small intestines, and colon
n
(pathology) Any disease of the stomach and the intestine
n
Prolapse of the stomach and the intestine.
n
Synonym of heartburn: pain from influx of gastric juices into the esophagus.
n
inflammation of the stomach and ileum
n
(medicine) A softening of the coatings of the stomach, usually after death.
n
Excessive production of gastric juice
n
(pathology) Any disease of the stomach or the gastrointestinal tract
n
(medicine) hypersecretion of gastric juice
n
Intermittent gastrorrhea
n
(medicine) Synonym of goiter.
n
(pathology, UK) An enlargement of the front and sides of the neck caused by inflammation of the thyroid gland.
n
A syndrome characterised by vesicointestinal fistula with associated suprapubic pain, pain on passing urine, and tenesmus.
n
(medicine) Alternative form of hemopneumoperitoneum [(medicine) The presence of both blood and air in the peritoneal cavity.]
n
A pathological condition caused by painful masses of dilated veins in swollen anal tissue.
n
A radiological sign consisting of a shallow wedge-shaped opacity in the periphery of the lung with its base against the pleural surface. It may aid in the diagnosis of pulmonary embolism.
n
(pathology) A burning pain in the chest that is caused by stomach acid entering the gullet.
n
(pathology) A swelling caused by the collection of blood in a cavity, especially of the membrane covering a testicle.
n
(pathology) A medical condition in which the vagina fills with menstrual blood, often caused by the combination of menstruation with an imperforate hymen.
n
(medicine) One-sided colitis; inflammation of either the descending colon or ascending colon.
n
(medicine) The presence of both blood and air in the peritoneal cavity.
n
(medicine) pneumothorax and hemothorax occurring together
n
(pathology, often in the plural) An engorged, dilated and easily broken varicosity in the perianal area, often accompanied by intense itching and throbbing pain: piles.
n
(pathology) A condition resulting from accumulation of blood in the pleural cavity
n
Synonym of perihepatitis
n
(pathology) The irregular production (both overproduction and underproduction) of gastric juices in any part of the digestive tract.
n
(medicine) Congenital aganglionic megacolon, a disorder in which the bowel is obstructed by an aganglionic section of bowel and the colon becomes enlarged.
n
A condition in which the sufferer experiences nasal congestion during sex.
n
Inflammation of the hyaloid membrane.
n
Alternative form of hydrocele [An abnormal build-up of fluids at a site in the body, especially in the membranes around a testicle.]
n
(chiefly Britain, hypercorrect) Alternative spelling of hydrocele [An abnormal build-up of fluids at a site in the body, especially in the membranes around a testicle.]
n
(medicine) A condition characterised by a distended, fluid-filled vaginal cavity.
n
An accumulation of thin mucus or other watery fluid in the cavity of the uterus.
n
(pathology) distension of the vagina and uterus by fluid other than blood or pus
n
(pathology) edema of the lungs
n
(medicine) The presence of both fluid and air in the pleural cavity
n
(medicine) The abnormal accumulation of serous fluid in a tissue or cavity.
n
(medicine) The presence of fluid in the pleural cavity.
n
inflammation of the hymen
n
(pathology) A hernia through the walls of the lower belly.
n
Obsolete spelling of hemorrhoid [(pathology, often in the plural) An engorged, dilated and easily broken varicosity in the perianal area, often accompanied by intense itching and throbbing pain: piles.]
n
Initialism of inflammatory bowel disease. [(medicine) A gastrointestinal inflammatory disorder, a type of form of colitis not resulting from an infection.]
n
(pathology) Inflammation of the ileum.
n
(medicine) inflammation of the ileum and colon
n
(medicine, broad definition, now rare) Disruption of the normal propulsive ability of the gastrointestinal tract from any cause.
n
(urology) The inability of any of the physical organs to restrain discharges of their contents; involuntary discharge or evacuation (of urine or feces).
n
(pathology) A condition of any part of the body, consisting of congestion of the blood vessels, with obstruction of the blood current, and growth of morbid tissue. It is manifested outwardly by redness and swelling, attended with heat and pain.
n
(medicine) A gastrointestinal inflammatory disorder, a type of form of colitis not resulting from an infection.
n
(pathology) inflammation of the islands of Langerhans
n
(pathology) Any of a group of lung diseases affecting the tissue and space around the air sacs
n
(pathology) a kidney disorder in which the interstitial spaces between the kidney tubules become inflamed
n
(medicine) Inflammation in the intervillous space.
n
(medicine) The part that prolapses into another during an intussusception.
n
(pathology) An inflammation of the iris.
n
(pathology) A functional disorder causing the nerves and muscles of the large intestine to be oversensitive, leading to symptoms such as cramp, bloating, flatulence, diarrhoea and constipation.
n
(medicine) hernia through the sciatic notch
n
(medicine) A retention or suppression of urine.
n
inflammation of the isthmus of the fauces, or throat; faucitis
n
(pathology) inflammation of the jejunum and the ilium
n
(medicine, rare) A rare congenital malformation of the chest wall leading to protrusion of the abdominal or thoracic viscera; sternal cleft.
n
A sign seen on chest radiographs with interstitial pulmonary edema. They are thin linear pulmonary opacities caused by fluid or cellular infiltration into the interstitium of the lungs.
n
(pathology) inflammation of the labyrinth of the ear
n
An inflammation of the larynx, typically resulting in hoarseness.
n
(pathology) Any disease of the larynx
n
(medicine) The combination of laryngitis and tracheitis.
n
A respiratory disease, a form of croup.
n
A respiratory disease, a form of croup.
n
(medicine) A condition in which the soft cartilages in the trachea and larynx partly collapse inward during inspiration, causing airway obstruction.
n
(alternative medicine) A supposed medical condition where an altered or damaged bowel lining or gut wall allows substances such as toxins, microbes, undigested food, or waste to leak through, triggering an immune reaction and leading to other disorders.
n
(pathology) inflammation of the spleen
n
(medicine) The localized failure of a region to drain fluids, resulting in an enlarged mass.
n
(gastroenterology, pathology) Gastoesophageal laceration, with bleeding from tears in the mucosa at the junction of the stomach and esophagus, sometimes caused by severe alcoholism.
n
(gastoenterology, pathology) A tear in the tissue of the lower esophagus.
n
(pathology, archaic) A hemorrhoid.
n
A condition in which compression of the common venous outflow tract of the left lower extremity causes discomfort, swelling, or deep vein thrombosis in the iliofemoral vein.
n
A condition where the meconium becomes thickened and congested in the ileum, often the first sign of cystic fibrosis.
n
(medicine) Inflammation of the mediastinum.
n
(countable) A colon thus enlarged.
n
(pathology) An enlarged urinary bladder
n
(pathology) An abnormal dilation of the intestine
n
abnormal dilation of the ureter
n
(pathology) enlargement of the viscera, typically leading to an obstruction
n
inflammation of the meibomian gland
n
Inflammation of the mesentery.
n
inflammation of the parenchyma of the womb
n
A rapid accumulation of gas in the intestine. It is typically a sign of bowel necrosis from bacterial infection, a life-threatening surgical emergency, and is usually caused by the consumption of large quantities of undercooked pork.
n
(medicine) Inflammation of the uterus.
n
Combined inflammation of the uterus and the peritoneum.
n
inflammation of the uterine veins
n
(pathology) congenital malformation of the stomach.
n
(pathology, cardiology) Inflammation of the myocardium.
n
(medicine) The laceration or tearing of a muscle.
n
inflammation of the myosalpinx
n
(pathology) An inflammation of the eardrum.
n
(pathology) A growth in the nose commonly connected with allergic rhinitis, but not directly caused by it, arising mainly from the mucous membranes and paranasal sinuses.
n
(medicine) Inflammation of the nasal passages and upper pharynx.
n
(medicine) Inflammation of the nasal sinuses.
n
Neuralgia (i.e. pain) of the kidneys.
n
inflammation of the labia minora
n
(pathology) A condition in which the intestines become completely blocked or occluded.
n
watery rhinorrhea (runny nose), especially prevalent in the elderly
n
inflammation of the omasum
n
inflammation of the omentum
n
(medicine) inflammation or infection of the umbilicus
n
arteritis of the umbilicus
n
(pathology) inflammation of an umbilical vein
n
(pathology, archaic) A tumour or inflammation of the testicle.
n
(pathology) A painful inflammation of one or both testes.
n
(pathology) The abnormal enlargement of an organ
n
(medicine) bleeding from the ear
n
(pathology) Inflammation of the Eustachian tube as a result of infection
n
(pathology) inflammation of the ovary
n
(medicine) A medical condition in which the patient's bladder-storage function is affected.
adj
(pathology) Affecting all the acini
n
A very severe form of ulcerative colitis that spreads throughout the large intestine from cecum to rectum.
n
Inflammation of the pancreas.
n
inflammation of the entire stomach lining
n
sinusitis that affects all of the paranasal sinuses
n
Any disease that affects all of the paranasal sinuses
n
(pathology) inflammation of the parabronchia
n
(pathology) inflammation of the parabronchium
n
inflammation of the outer coat of the vagina
n
(pathology) inflammation of the connective tissue surrounding the bladder
n
(pathology) inflammation of the surrounding tissues of a gland
n
(pathology) inflammation as a response to an external stress
n
(medicine) inflammation of the cellular tissue in the vicinity of the uterus
n
inflammation of the tissues surrounding the kidneys
n
Inflammation of any tissue adjacent to the diaphragm.
n
A purulent inflammation of the cellular tissues surrounding the rectum.
n
inflammation of the parathyroid gland
n
(medicine, archaic) tonsillitis
n
(pathology) Inflammation of one or both parotid glands.
n
(medicine) The infection of the upper part of the female reproductive system (uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries) and inside of the pelvis.
n
(medicine) Dilatation of the renal pelvis.
n
(pathology) inflammation of the pelvic area and the peritoneum
n
(medicine, pathology, uncommon) Inflammation of the pelvis.
n
(medicine) Inflammation of the penis.
adj
Of, pertaining to, capable of, or aiding digestion.
n
(pathology) inflammation of peribronchiolar tissue
n
(medicine) inflammation of the peribronchial region
n
inflammation of the connective tissue or peritoneum surrounding the colon
n
inflammation of the tissues surrounding the bladder
n
(pathology) inflammation of the region surrounding the stomach
n
(pathology) inflammation of the tissue surrounding a lymph gland
n
(medicine) inflammation of the cellular tissue around the pancreas
n
(medicine) Inflammation of the tissues around the rectum.
n
(pathology) inflammation of the area surrounding the spleen
n
(pathology) Any condition having the symptoms of peritonitis but without the inflammation of the peritoneum
n
(pathology) Inflammation of the peritoneum, especially when caused by an infectious organism introduced into the abdominal cavity
n
(medicine) inflammation of the connective tissue around the caecum
n
inflammation of the penis
n
Inflammation of the pharynx.
n
(medicine) Inflammation of the pharynx and larynx.
n
(pathology) A condition of the lungs in which the pharyngeal wall collapses during breathing
n
(pathology) Any disease of the pharynx
n
pharyngitis and tonsillitis occurring together
n
(pathology) Inflammation of a vein, usually in the legs.
n
(medicine) The study of veins and their diseases etc
n
An uncommon severe form of deep vein thrombosis resulting from extensive thrombotic occlusion (blockage by a blood clot) of the major and collateral veins of an extremity. It is characterized by sudden severe pain, swelling, cyanosis and edema.
n
A solid mass formed by inflamed connective tissue, such as forms around an appendix in appendicitis.
n
(anatomy, medicine) A congenital abnormality of the gall bladder with no pathological significance, caused by a folding at the distal part of the fundus.
n
inflammation of the placenta
n
(medicine) Pain in the side or region of the ribs.
n
(pathology) Inflammation of lung pleura.
n
Pleurisy (inflammation of the pleura).
n
(rare) The condition created by this procedure: adhesion between the parietal and visceral pleurae.
n
(pathology) pleuropulmonary inflammation
n
(rare) pleurisy; pleuritis
n
(medicine) Post-nasal drip.
n
(medicine) A hernia or air-filled cyst within the lung.
n
(medicine) the abnormal accumulation of air or other gas in the body.
n
Alternative form of pneumothorax [(medicine) Presence of air inside the pleural cavity, usually caused by injury either to the lung or the chest wall.]
n
The presence of air or gas within the cranial cavity.
n
(medicine) A colonic diagnostic procedure during which the colon is inflated with air.
n
(medicine) The abnormal presence of air in the brain.
n
(pathology) pulmonary fibrosis
n
(medicine) The presence of both air and blood in the pericardial cavity.
n
The study of the respiratory system and organs.
n
The condition of having the presence of air in the mediastinum.
n
The separation of an adherent lung from the pleura, to permit collapse of the lung. It was formerly used to treat tuberculosis.
n
(pathology) Any disease of the lungs
n
A disorder characterised by the presence of air in the parotid gland.
n
(pathology) Any disease of the lungs
n
(medicine) Presence of air inside the pleural cavity, usually caused by injury either to the lung or the chest wall.
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Any of several distinct types of microorganism present in the lungs
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(pathology) enthesitis of multiple entheses
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(pathology) A hereditary disease characterised by numerous polyps that erupt in various parts of the body, especially the colon
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(medicine) Chronic inflammation of the serous membranes
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(medicine) The simultaneous inflammation of multiple sinuses
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Multiple cases of synovitis in the same person
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(medicine) The inflammation of the foreskin, or prepuce, of the human penis, characterised by swelling and redness on the skin.
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Alternative spelling of post-nasal drip [(medicine, pathology) The accumulation in the throat or back of the nose of excessive mucus produced by the sinuses.]
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inflammation of the ileal pouch (an artificial rectum surgically created out of ileal gut tissue in patients who have undergone a colectomy).
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(pathology) An indication of femoral deep vein thrombosis: it is the presence of dilated pretibial veins in the affected leg, which remain dilated on raising the leg.
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(pathology) An inflammation of the anus and the lining of the rectum.
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(pathology) The inflammation of the rectum and colon.
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(medicine) A condition of episodic rectal pain, caused by spasm of the levator ani muscle. Also known as levator ani syndrome or as levator syndrome.
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(medicine) Any disorder or pathophysiology of the anus and the lining of the rectum, such as proctitis or anorectal cancer.
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(pathology) inflammation of the rectum and the sigmoid colon
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(pathology) Any of various minor disorders of the prostate gland, typically causing obstructed urination; also called lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS).
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(pathology) Inflammation of the prostate.
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Alternative form of pseudoobstruction [(pathology) Any of several conditions that prevent passage through the intestines / bowels without a physical obstruction]
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A condition mimicking appendicitis, sometimes associated with Yersinia enterocolitica bacteria.
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(medicine) Blood flow exiting the nostrils that is not due to a true nosebleed, that is, not truly originating from the nasal cavity; examples include blood coughed up through the airway and ending up in the nasal cavity, then dripping out.
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(pathology) Any of several conditions that prevent passage through the intestines / bowels without a physical obstruction
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(pathology) A disturbance having the appearance of pneumoperitoneum
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(pathology) Abbreviation of pneumothorax. [(medicine) Presence of air inside the pleural cavity, usually caused by injury either to the lung or the chest wall.]
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Alternative form of pulmonology [The branch of medicine dealing with diseases of the lungs and respiratory tract.]
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The branch of medicine dealing with diseases of the lungs and respiratory tract.
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Synonym of pneumotoxicity
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(informal, medicine) Pyelonephritis.
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(medicine) Inflammation of the renal pelvis and the bladder.
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(pathology) An ascending urinary tract infection of the renal pelvis
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(pathology) ureteritis with inflammation of the renal pelvis
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(medicine) A narrowing of the pylorus which prevents the normal passage of food from the stomach to the small intestine.
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(medicine) Accumulation of purulent urine in the renal pelvis and calyces.
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(medicine) An infection of the uterus most commonly seen in dogs, but also occasionally in other small mammals, resulting from hormonal and structural changes in the lining of the uterus.
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Alternative form of pyelonephritis [(pathology) An ascending urinary tract infection of the renal pelvis]
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An infection of the renal collecting system, in which pus collects in the renal pelvis and causes distension of the kidney.
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(medicine) The accumulation of air (or other gas) and pus in the pleural cavity.
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inflammation of the pyosalpinx
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A distally blocked Fallopian tube filled with pus.
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pleural empyema; an accumulation of pus in the pleural cavity
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(pathology) A peritonsillar abscess; a painful pus-filled inflammation or abscess of the tonsils and surrounding tissues, usually a complication of tonsillitis, caused by bacterial infection and often accompanied by fever.
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Alternative form of quinsy [(pathology) A peritonsillar abscess; a painful pus-filled inflammation or abscess of the tonsils and surrounding tissues, usually a complication of tonsillitis, caused by bacterial infection and often accompanied by fever.]
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(medicine) Opening of collapsed lung alveoli by means of controlled increase in transpulmonary pressure using mechanical ventilation. (treatment strategy for ARDS)
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(pathology) haemorrhoid (Britain), hemorrhoid (US)
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inflammation of the rectum and colon
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(medicine) rectal bleeding
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inflammation of the sigmoid colon and rectum
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(pathology) mechanical trauma, especially that caused to the lungs by mechanical ventilation
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(medicine) pain in the nose
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(pathology) Inflammation of the mucous membranes of the nose.
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(otorhinolaryngology) Inflammation of the nasal mucosa caused by the overuse of topical nasal decongestants.
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(medicine, otolaryngology) A type of chronic nasal inflammation where there is little to no nasal secretion, causing discomfort in breathing.
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(pathology) rhinitis or other itchy condition of the nose
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(medicine) A combination of rhinitis and conjunctivitis.
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(medicine) Pain in the nose.
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inflammation of the nasal and laryngeal mucous membranes
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(medicine) The presence of calculi in the nasal cavity.
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(pathology) inflammation of the nasal passages and of the lungs
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(pathology) nasal stenosis
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inflammation of the nose and trachea
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(medicine) A complex of gastrocardiac symptoms whereby maladies in the gastrointestinal tract or abdomen are found to be associated with cardiac symptoms like arrhythmias and benign palpitations.
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Alternative form of rhonchopathy [(medicine) rhonchus]
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inflammation of the rumen
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inflammation of the sacroiliac joint
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(pathology) Inflammation of the Fallopian tube or the Eustachian tube as a result of infection.
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(medicine) Inflammation of the Fallopian tube and ovary.
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Alternative form of salpingo-oophoritis [(medicine) Inflammation of the Fallopian tube and ovary.]
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inflammation of the scrotum
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A manually palpable lump of stool in the intestines, associated with constipation.
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(pathology) inflammation of the serous membrane
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inflammation of a salivary gland
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(medicine) Non-neoplastic, non-inflammatory enlargement of the salivary glands.
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(biology, medicine) Cystic dilation of the ducts of the salivary glands, from any of several causes (e.g., sialolithiasis, congenital conditions).
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(pathology) inflammation of the sigmoid colon
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Alternative form of sinusitis [(pathology) An inflammation of one or more paranasal sinuses.]
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(pathology) An inflammation of one or more paranasal sinuses.
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(countable) Any inflammation of the pharynx that causes soreness.
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Synonym of irritable bowel syndrome
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inflammation of the seminal vesicles
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visceroptosis of the intestines
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(pathology) inflammation of the spleen
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(pathology) A pulmonary condition resulting in the collection of air within the chest, which occurs absent traumatic injury. Spontaneous Pneumothorax are considered a medical emergency, generally requiring assistive radiographic evaluation to determine the extent of lung collapse, as well as determine the most appropriate course of emergency medical treatment for the patient. Abbreviated as SP.
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(pathology) A disease characterized by chronic congestion of the extremities, with blood circulation interrupted in a specific area of the body.
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inflammation of the fatty tissue
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An inflammation of parts of the mucous membrane that lines the mouth.
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(pathology) Any disease of the mouth
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Alternative form of strangury [(pathology) A painful, frequent need to urinate, when the bladder is largely empty or with little urine production.]
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(pathology) A painful, frequent need to urinate, when the bladder is largely empty or with little urine production.
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(pathology) leakage of urine or involuntary urination (induced by coughing, sneezing, laughing, or exercising) caused by weakness in the support of the female urethra and neck of the bladder
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inflammation of the thyroid gland
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(medicine) The inflammation of a stump, especially of the residual appendix after a partial appendectomy.
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(pathology) A subchorionic inflammation
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(pathology) A gastrovascular disorder where part of the duodenum is under compression from both the abdominal aorta and the superior mesenteric artery.
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(pathology) Inflammation of the synovium.
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(pathology) Chronic damage to a tendon at a cellular level.
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Alternative form of tendinitis [Inflammation of a tendon.]
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(pathology, dated) tenosynovitis
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(medicine, colloquial) Tension pneumothorax.
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Inflammation of a testis, or of both.
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(medicine) Frequent urination.
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(medicine) A condition involving compression of the nerves, arteries or veins in the passageway from the lower neck to the armpit.
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(pathology) The study of diseases of the chest
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(rare) disease of the thorax
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inflammation of the thymus gland
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(pathology) Inflammation of the thyroid gland.
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(medicine) An abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland.
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(pathology) Any disease of the thyroid gland
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A benign inflammation of one or more costal cartilages, differentiated from costochondritis by swelling of the costal cartilages.
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Alternative form of tonsillitic [tonsillar]
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(medicine) Alternative spelling of tonsillitis [(pathology) Inflammation of the tonsils.]
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(pathology) Inflammation of the tonsils.
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inflammation of the tonsils and pharynx
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(medicine) distortion of the pelvis caused by muscular contractions
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(medicine) An acute and severe form of megacolon, usually a complication of inflammatory bowel disease.
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(pathology) inflammation of the trabeculae
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(informal) The tube inserted in a tracheotomy.
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(pathology) The formation of rings of cartilage in the esophagus similar to those in the trachea
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(zoology, rare) To form tracheae
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Inflammation of the trachea.
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(pathology) inflammation of the trachea and the bronchi
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The combination of tracheomalacia and bronchomalacia.
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A rare disease of the lungs and airways where the trachea and bronchi become abnormally wide, leading to sputum collection in the lungs and repeated chest infections and bronchiectasis.
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(medicine) Inflammation of the trachea, bronchi and lung parenchyma.
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(medicine) A tumour containing air and communicating with the trachea.
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(pathology) A condition in which the cartilaginous tissue in trachea is soft, such that the trachea partly collapses during respiration.
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(medicine) Disease of the trachea.
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Alternative form of tracheitis [Inflammation of the trachea.]
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(rare) Alternative spelling of trach [(informal) A tracheotomy or tracheostomy.]
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(medicine) inflammation of the trigone region of the bladder
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inflammation of a tubule
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(pathology) inflammation of both the cecum and the colon
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(medicine) Inflammation of the ureter.
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A disease of the ureter.
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(medicine) Pain of the urethra.
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(pathology) Inflammation of the urethra.
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(medicine) Prolapse of the female urethra into the vagina.
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(pathology) An abnormal discharge (typically of blood) from the urethra.
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(medicine) An infection that affects part of the urinary tract.
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(medicine) The accumulation of urine in the pleural cavity, often seen alongside a urinoma.
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(medicine) A swelling of the scrotum due to extravasation of urine into it.
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(medicine) Pain during urination.
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(medicine) Any disease or disorder of the urinary tract.
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(medicine, rare) Any disease of the urinary organs.
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inflammation of the uvula
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(pathology) Vaginitis of the tunica vaginalis testis.
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(pathology) A painful muscular contraction of the vagina when attempting to insert something, such as a tampon or a penis, into it.
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(pathology) Inflammation of the vagina.
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(medicine) Pain presenting in the right lower quadrant of the abdomen, caused by a duodenal ulcer with perforation through the retroperitoneum.
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(pathology) Inflammation of a valve, especially a heart valve.
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(medicine) Inflammation of the ventricles in the brain.
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(medicine) Inflammation of a vesicle, often specifically the seminal vesicles
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(medicine) Inflammation of a vestibule, especially localized vulvodynia in the vestibular region (the entry point into the vagina).
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(medicine) A form of vulvodynia (vulvar pain) localized in the vestibular region (the entry point into the vagina).
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inflammation of the chorionic villi
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(medicine) Synonym of acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis
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abnormal enlargement of abdominal organs
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(pathology) Any disease of the bowels
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A prolapse or sinking downward of the abdominal viscera below their natural position.
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(medicine) Obstruction of the bowel in which a loop of bowel has abnormally twisted on itself.
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(medicine) An often painful inflammation of the vulva.
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(medicine) Pain in the vulva unexplained by vulvar or vaginal infection or skin disease.
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(medicine) Inflammation of the vulva and vagina.
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(pathology) A birth defect due to the absence of one of the ligaments that holds the spleen in place
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The medical condition of hydrothorax.
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(medicine) inflammation of the xiphoid process
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(medicine) The reflux of urine from one moiety of the kidney down the ureter and up into the other moiety, instead of draining into the bladder.
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(medicine) Initialism of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. [(medicine) A disorder where increased levels of the hormone gastrin are produced, causing the stomach to produce excess hydrochloric acid; often caused by a tumor (gastrinoma) of the duodenum or pancreas, and resulting in peptic ulcers.]
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(pathology) Inflammation of the ciliary zonule.
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