NEURO
Largest part of brain
Cerebrum
Aniscoria
Unequal-sized pupils
Myopia
Nearsightedness
Presbyopia
Gradual age-related vision deterioration due to decreased lens flexibility.
Polydypsia
Excess thirst
Part of brain responsible for coordination
Cerebellum
OD
Ocular Dexter, Right eye
Hyperopia
Farsightedness
Presbycusis
Gradual age-related hearing loss due to the deterioration of the sensory cells and auditory nerve fibers
Diabetes Insipidus
Copious dilute urine due to insufficient Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH) from the Hypothalamus
Axons
Transmit impulses to other neurons
OS
Ocular Sinister, Left eye
Nystagmus
Rapid involuntary movements of the eye
Myasthenia Gravis
An autoimmune disorder affecting neuromuscular synapses, resulting in muscle weakness
Colostrum
Initial milk produced by Mother. It contains a higher protein concentration and antibodies compared to regular breastmilk.
Dendrites
Receive impulses from other neurons
Macula
Central retina, sharpest vision
Strabismus
Eyes not working synchronously
Multiple Sclerosis
An autoimmune disorder leading to myelin sheath breakdown, which disrupts nerve signal transmission
Anorexia Nervosa
Condition resulting from inadequate nutritional intake caused by a distorted body image and fear of gaining weight.
Synapse
Junction where impulse transmission occurs
Astigmatism
Uneven curvature of the cornea and/or lens
Esotropia
Exotropia
One or both eyes turn inward
One or both eyes turn outward
Preeclampsia
Antepartum maternal condition, characterized by hypertension, edema, headaches, blurry vision, seizures, and proteinuria
Bulimia Nervosa
Condition characterized by binge eating followed by forced emesis