Nephrolithiasis
The formation of kidney stones, potentially causing pain, urinary problems, and other complications affecting urinary health.
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Nephritis
Inflammation of the kidneys, potentially causing kidney damage or failure, and potentially leading to other complications affecting various organs or systems.
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Nephrectomy
A surgical procedure that involves removing one or both kidneys.
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Neoplasm
An abnormal growth of cells, potentially cancerous or noncancerous, that can occur in any part of the body and potentially affect various organs or systems.
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Neonatology
The branch of medicine that deals with the care of newborn infants, especially premature or critically ill newborns.
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Necrosis
The death of cells or tissues due to injury, infection, or other causes, which can result in organ damage or failure.
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Nausea
A feeling of discomfort in the stomach that may lead to vomiting.
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Myopathy
A group of disorders characterized by muscle weakness or wasting, often caused by genetic or acquired factors affecting the muscle tissue or nerves.
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Myocarditis
Inflammation of the heart muscle, potentially causing chest pain, arrhythmia, and other cardiovascular problems.
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Myocardial infarction (MI)
Also known as a heart attack, an MI is a sudden blockage of blood flow to the heart, resulting in damage to heart tissue and potential loss of function.
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Myocardial
Relating to the heart muscle.
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Myasthenia gravis
A neurological disorder characterized by muscle weakness and fatigue, potentially affecting various muscles throughout the body, and potentially leading to respiratory failure or other complications.
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Migraine
A neurological disorder characterized by recurring episodes of severe headache, often accompanied by other symptoms such as nausea, sensitivity to light, and sound.
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Microbiology
The study of microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi, and their effects on the body.
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Metastasis
The spread of cancer cells from one part of the body to another.
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Meningitis
Inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord, potentially causing severe headache, fever, and other symptoms, and potentially leading to neurological problems and other complications.
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Mastitis
Inflammation of the breast tissue, often caused by bacterial infection, potentially causing pain, redness, and other symptoms affecting breast health.
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Mammography
A diagnostic test that uses X-rays to produce images of the breast tissue to detect or monitor breast cancer.
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Mammogram
A diagnostic test that uses X-rays to produce images of the breast tissue to detect or monitor breast cancer.
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Malignant
Cancerous or potentially cancerous.
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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
A diagnostic test that uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of the body’s internal structures.
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Lymphoma
A type of cancer that begins in the lymphatic system, which includes the lymph nodes, spleen, and other organs involved in the immune system.
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