Author: Brian “Weence” Bateman

The death of tissue due to the loss of blood supply, often caused by blockage or other factors affecting the blood vessels.

Invasion and multiplication of microorganisms in the body.

A localized response to injury or infection characterized by redness, swelling, and pain.

A viral infection that affects the respiratory system, causing fever, cough, sore throat, and other symptoms, and potentially leading to complications affecting other organs or systems.

The process of delivering fluids, medication, or other substances directly into the bloodstream through a vein or artery.

A type of hernia that occurs when part of the intestine or other tissue protrudes through a weak spot in the abdominal muscles, potentially causing pain or other complications.

A band of tissue that runs from the anterior superior iliac spine to the pubic tubercle, forming the lower border of the abdominal wall and separating the abdomen from the thigh.

A sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early, potentially affecting mood, energy, and other aspects of health.

The part of the digestive system that includes the stomach, small and large intestine, and other organs involved in the digestion and absorption of food.

A diagnostic or therapeutic procedure that uses a thin, flexible tube with a camera and light on the end to examine or perform surgery on the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine.

A group of eye conditions characterized by damage to the optic nerve, potentially causing vision loss or other visual disturbances, and potentially leading to blindness if left untreated.

A measure of kidney function that estimates the rate at which blood is filtered through the glomeruli in the kidneys, indicating how well the kidneys are functioning.

Inflammation of the glomeruli, the small blood vessels in the kidneys that filter waste products from the blood, which can impair kidney function and potentially lead to kidney failure.

A small network of capillaries in the kidneys that filters waste products from the blood and regulates fluid balance in the body.

A type of arthritis caused by the buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints, potentially causing pain, swelling, and other symptoms affecting mobility and joint health.

The branch of medicine that deals with the female reproductive system and its disorders.

The proportion of red blood cells in the blood, expressed as a percentage.

The study of blood and blood disorders.

A localized collection of blood outside the blood vessels, potentially caused by injury, surgery, or other factors affecting the cardiovascular system.