Human Anatomy
This organ helps regulate blood sugar by producing insulin and glucagon.
What is the pancreas?
A medical term used to describe a condition of low blood sugar.
What is hypoglycemia?
This bacterial infection is caused by Streptococcus bacteria and can lead to sore throat and fever.
What is strep throat?
A specialist in this field focuses on conditions affecting the lungs and breathing.
What is pulmonology?
This test is commonly used to measure electrical activity in the brain.
What is an EEG (electroencephalogram)?
This bone is located at the base of the skull and helps connect the skull to the spine.
What is the atlas (the first cervical vertebra)?
This term refers to a general state of abnormal weight loss, often associated with chronic diseases.
What is cachexia?
This viral condition often results in a characteristic "butterfly" rash across the cheeks and nose.
What is lupus?
This branch of medicine deals with the diagnosis and treatment of hormone-related diseases.
What is endocrinology?
This diagnostic imaging test uses X-rays to produce detailed images of the inside of the body.
What is a CT scan (computed tomography)?
This muscle is responsible for raising the arms and is often targeted in physical therapy for shoulder injuries.
What is the deltoid?
A suffix meaning “inflammation of.”
What is -itis?
This chronic condition involves the narrowing of the arteries due to plaque buildup.
What is atherosclerosis?
This specialist manages disorders of the heart and circulatory system.
What is cardiology?
This surgical procedure is often performed to remove the appendix in cases of appendicitis.
What is an appendectomy?
This part of the brain regulates emotions and memories.
What is the amygdala?
A prefix that refers to “against” or “opposite.”
What is anti-?
This condition is caused by a deficiency of vitamin D and results in weakening of the bones.
What is osteomalacia?
This branch of medicine deals with diseases and injuries of the skin.
What is dermatology?
This diagnostic test involves the removal of a small tissue sample for examination.
What is a biopsy?
This organ is the largest lymphatic organ in the body and plays a key role in filtering blood.
What is the spleen?
This suffix refers to the surgical removal of an organ or tissue.
What is -ectomy?
This autoimmune disorder involves the body attacking its own joints, leading to pain and inflammation.
What is rheumatoid arthritis?
This field of medicine involves the surgical treatment of conditions affecting the brain, spine, and nervous system.
What is neurosurgery?
This procedure involves using a thin tube with a camera to examine the inside of the body.
What is an endoscopy?