Myorrhexis-viral Flashcards

Myorrhexis and Related Terms

• Myorrhexis: Refers to the tearing or rupture of muscle tissue, indicating a significant injury requiring medical attention.
• Natal: Pertains to birth, often used in contexts related to neonatal care or maternal health.
• Neonatology: A specialized branch of medicine focused on the study and treatment of newborns, addressing their unique medical needs and disorders.
• Neurorrhaphy: A surgical procedure involving the suturing of severed ends of nerves, crucial for restoring nerve function after injury.
• Otorhinolaryngology: A medical specialty that deals with diseases affecting the ear, nose, and throat (ENT), integral for diagnosing and treating conditions in these areas.
• Palpation: An examination method utilizing the hands to assess the size, consistency, texture, and location of body structures, critical for physical diagnosis.
• Palpitation: Refers to an abnormal heart rhythm characterized by a racing or fluttering sensation that may signal underlying cardiac issues.
• Pathology: The study of disease causes and effects, encompassing laboratory examination of tissue samples for diagnostics and forensic analysis.
• Phalanges: The bone structure in fingers and toes, crucial for mobility and dexterity.
• Poliomyelitis: A viral illness affecting the gray matter of the spinal cord and brainstem, posing serious health risks including paralysis.
• Prognosis: An informed prediction regarding the course and outcome of a disease, essential for treatment planning.
• Pyoderma: A term for any acute and inflammatory pus-producing skin infection, such as impetigo, indicating the need for prompt medical care.
• Pyrosis: A medical description of the burning sensation caused by acid reflux, highlighting digestive health issues.
• Remission: The reduction in severity of disease symptoms, signifying a period of recovery for the patient.
• Sign: Objective indicators of disease, such as elevated temperature, used in clinical diagnosis.
• Supination: Refers to the anatomical movement that positions the palm or foot upward; important in understanding limb mechanics.
• Suppuration: The process of pus formation or discharge, indicating infection or inflammation in tissues.
• Supracostal: Describes a location above the ribs, relevant in clinical and anatomical contexts.
• Symptom: The subjective experience of disease felt by the patient, such as pain or headache, forming the basis for clinical assessment.
• Syndrome: A collection of symptoms that collectively characterize a specific disease or condition, aiding in diagnosis.
• Tonsillitis: An inflammatory condition of the tonsils, often requiring treatment to alleviate discomfort and prevent complications.
• Trauma: Refers to any wound or injury, emphasizing the need for investigation and care in medical practice.
• Triage: The process of assessing patients to prioritize their treatment needs, essential in emergency care settings.
• Viral: Pertaining to viruses, highlighting the importance of understanding viral infections in health.

Test your knowledge of medical terminology with these flashcards focused on myorrhexis and related terms. Each card provides a definition for key concepts in muscle and neonatal health. Perfect for students in medical fields or anyone interested in medical language.