General & Oral Pathology
Term used to describe an inward growth
Endophytic
Redness, Heat, Swelling, Pain, Loss of function
Acronym used for a number of pathogenic agents that all cause similar developmental abnormalities during pregnancy
TORCH
The red blood cells are low or do not function properly
Anemia
Occurs when the blood vessels/arteries become thick and stiff restricting blood flow
Arteriosclerosis
Term used to describe a fluid filled lesion that moves fluid from one area to another when the lesion is pressed
Fluctuant
Enlargement of the lymph nodes
Lymphadenopathy
Lukemia is seen 10-20x more often with this developmental disorder
Trisomy 21
Previous infection with Epstein-barr, immunosuppression, malignant disease
Lymphoma
Abnormal Heart rhythms treatment devices and necessary pre treatment prophylaxis
Pace maker and pre medication
A decease in size and function of a cell
Atrophy
Atopic form of Angioedema
Edema of the muscles and tissues behind the eye is a distinguishing characteristic of what disorder
Hyperthyroidism
Group of malignant neoplasms involving leukocytes
Leukemia
Obstruction of blood flow to the brain due to a thrombus
Ischemic Stroke
Aa increase in the number of cells in a tissue or organ resulting in enlargement
Hyperplasia
Food allergies in association with a reaction
banana, kiwi avocado, chestnut, peach, papaya, nectarine, associated with Latex Hypersensitivity
Condition that increase the risk of periodontal disease and also creates an imbalance to blood glucose levels if not controlled with diet or medication
Diabetes Mellitus
Clients with this disorder should avoid NSAIDS, WARFARIN, and ASPRINS
Hemophillia
Condition in which the 2 valve flaps of the mitral value do not close smoothly or evenly
Mitral Valve Prolapse
The mature tissue is replaced by another type of mature tissue not indigenous to that area of tissue/organ
Metaplasia
The loss of ability to distinguish self from non-self.
Autoimmune Disorders
Client is experiencing anxiety, has cool and clammy skin, a headache, feels nauseated, and has tachycardia
Hypoglycaemia
Most common inherited blood disorder in the US, and the cells are easily destroyed
Sickle cell
Inflammation of the heart from bacteria or fungal infection effect the valves or inner lining of the heart
Infective Endocarditis