front 1 A severe response to an allergen is known as __________ . The symptoms of this reaction develop quickly, and without help, the patient can die within a few minutes. | back 1 anaphylaxis |
front 2 A/An __________ is a band of fibrous tissue that holds structures together abnormally. | back 2 adhesion |
front 3 The term __________ describes a condition caused by deficient secretion of any gland, especially an endocrine gland. | back 3 hypocrinism |
front 4 The term __________ means inflammation of the gallbladder. | back 4 cholecystitis |
front 5 __________ syndrome is a condition caused by prolonged exposure to high levels of cortisol. | back 5 Cushing's |
front 6 The surgical repair of the conjunctiva is known as __________ . | back 6 conjunctivoplasty |
front 7 A/An __________ is the surgical creation of an opening between the colon and the body surface. | back 7 colostomy |
front 8 The study of the causes of diseases is known as __________ . | back 8 etiology |
front 9 Vomiting blood is known as __________ . | back 9 hematemesis |
front 10 The term __________ describes the incomplete development of an organ or tissue. | back 10 hypoplasia |
front 11 The inability to resist the impulse to set fires is known as __________ | back 11 pyromania |
front 12 Plastic surgery performed to reshape the nose is known as __________ . | back 12 rhinoplasty |
front 13 The condition of __________ is commonly known as male menopause. | back 13 andropause |
front 14 A disease of unknown origin is described as being a/an __________ disorder. | back 14 idiopathic |
front 15 The new cancer site resulting from the spreading process is a/an __________ . | back 15 metastasis |
front 16 The freeing of a kidney from adhesions is known as __________ . | back 16 nephrolysis |
front 17 A/An __________ is any substance that the body regards as being foreign and includes viruses, bacteria, toxins, and transplanted tissues. | back 17 antigen |
front 18 A/An __________ is a physician who specializes in the care of older people. | back 18 geriatrician |
front 19 The parasite __________ is commonly transmitted from animals (pets) to humans by contact with contaminated feces. | back 19 toxoplasmosis |
front 20 The term __________ means excessively dry skin. | back 20 xeroderma |