Dictionary of Medical Terms

Female sex hormone.

The outermost layer of skin.

Bedwetting.

An inflammation of the intestines that usually causes cramps and diarrhea.

1. Introduction of fluid into the rectum to bring about a bowel movement. 2. The solution introduced into the rectum…

A condition in which cells from the lining of the uterus are found in other locations within the pelvic cavity…

Glands that are ductless and release their secretions directly into the bloodstream.

Inflammation or infection of the inside of the heart, often including the heart valves.

Fecal incontinence. Inability to hold feces.

Chronic lung disease characterized by loss of elasticity of lung tissue and resulting in trapped air in the lung.

A type of therapy used to treat severe, unresponsive depression by passing electrical current through the brain.

Electrocardiogram.

The sudden ejection of semen from the male body. Climax.

Electroencephalogram.

Buildup of excessive fluid around the cells in the body.

An outward turning of the eyelid.

When the fertilized egg is implanted and develops outside of the uterus.

An attack of convulsions. Particularly used to describe toxemia (toxins in the blood) of pregnancy.

Electrocardiogram.

A collection of blood in the tissues causing a black and blue, or yellow, area.

The tympanic membrane that’s visible in the ear. It vibrates in response to sound waves.