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A blood clot that forms inside a blood vessel, obstructing blood flow.

The formation of a blood clot that breaks free and travels through the bloodstream, potentially blocking blood flow and causing damage or death.

A condition in which the number of platelets in the blood is low, which can cause bleeding and other symptoms.

A rapid heart rate, usually defined as over 100 beats per minute, which can be a sign of various underlying health problems.

A diagnostic approach that looks for a set of symptoms or a specific pattern of symptoms to identify the underlying cause of a disease or condition.

A group of symptoms or signs that occur together and indicate a particular disease or condition.

A sudden interruption of blood flow to the brain, often resulting in paralysis, speech impairment, or other neurological symptoms.

A diagnostic test that measures lung function by measuring the amount of air a patient can inhale and exhale.

Sleepwalking, a disorder characterized by walking or performing other complex behaviors while asleep, often with no memory of the event.

A sleep disorder characterized by interruptions in breathing during sleep, resulting in loud snoring, gasping, or choking.

Inflammation of the sinuses, the air-filled spaces in the skull that are connected to the nasal passages, potentially causing headache, congestion, and other symptoms affecting respiratory health.

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 lower part of the large intestine.

A life-threatening condition that occurs when the body’s organs and tissues are not receiving enough oxygen and nutrients.

The study of blood serum and its components, including antibodies, antigens, and other proteins.

A sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbance in the brain, which can cause changes in behavior, sensation, and consciousness, and potentially lead to injury or death.