Heart Disease
A surgery where the doctor goes around a blockage
Bypass
A group of abnormal cells
Tumor
Something that sets off an asthma attack
Trigger
Raised, itchy bumps on the skin
Hives
What is the main organ involved with Diabetes
Pancreas
How many chambers is the human heart?
4
Sampling of tissue in a lab
Biopsy
We breathe this in
Oxygen
Substances that cause allergic reactions
Allergens
Secreted from the pancreas to regulate blood sugar
Insulin
A buildup of fat and cholesterol in the arteries
Atherosclerosis
Two main treatments for cancer
Radiation
Chemotherapy
Why do doctors believe asthma might go away as kids get older
Airways grow wider
The chemicals that are released and cause reactions
Histamines
What is the main cause of Type II Diabetes
Being Overweight
Surgery where a balloon is used to crush fatty deposits
Angioplasty
Two types of tumors. One is noncancerous and one is cancerous.
Benign and Malignant
Name 3 asthma triggers
Allergens
Cold Air
Air Pollution
Strenuous Exercise
Medications that work against the histamines
Antihistamines
What are the 3 main types of Diabetes
Type I
Type II
Gestational
Name 3 causes of high blood pressure
Stress
Being Overweight
Too much salt in diet
Family history
When there are no signs of cancer the person is said to be in...
Remission
Medication to relax the airways
Bronchodilators
Name 3 ways to come in contact with allergens
Touch
Swallow
Breathe in it
What is the range for typical blood sugar levels
80-120