Epiglottitis Glossary of TermsThe following are health and medical definitions of terms that appear in the Epiglottitis article.
Abscess: A local accumulation of pus anywhere in the body. The following are some example... See the entire definition of AbscessAcute: Of abrupt onset, in reference to a disease. Acute often also connotes an illness th... See the entire definition of AcuteAcute epiglottitis: A rapidly progressive infection causing inflammation of the epiglottis... See the entire definition of Acute epiglottitisAirway: The path that air follows to get into and out of the lungs. The mouth and nose are... See the entire definition of AirwayAirway obstruction: Partial or complete blockage of the breathing passages to the lungs. C... See the entire definition of Airway obstructionAnemia: The condition of having a lower-than-normal number of red blood cells or quantity ... See the entire definition of AnemiaAnxiety: A feeling of apprehension and fear, characterized by physical symptoms such as pa... See the entire definition of AnxietyBacteremia: The presence of live bacteria in the bloodstream. Bacteremia is analogous to ... See the entire definition of BacteremiaBacteria: Single-celled microorganisms that can exist either as independent (free-living) ... See the entire definition of BacteriaBelly: That part of the body that contains all of the structures between the chest and t... See the entire definition of BellyBreathing: The process of respiration, during which air is inhaled into the lungs through ... See the entire definition of BreathingCell: The basic structural and functional unit of any living thing. Each cell is a small c... See the entire definition of CellChest: The area of the body located between the neck and the abdomen. The chest contains t... See the entire definition of ChestCocaine: A substance derived from the leaves of the coca plant that is a bitter, addictive... See the entire definition of CocaineContrast: Short for "contrast media." Contrast media are X-ray dyes used to provide contra... See the entire definition of ContrastCough: A rapid expulsion of air from the lungs, typically in order to clear the lung airwa... See the entire definition of CoughCroup: An infection of the larynx, trachea, and bronchial tubes that occurs mainly in chil... See the entire definition of CroupDiagnosis: 1 The nature of a disease; the identification of an illness. 2 A ... See the entire definition of DiagnosisDiphtheria: An acute infectious upper respiratory tract disease that affects the throat. I... See the entire definition of DiphtheriaEdema: The swelling of soft tissues as a result of excess fluid accumulation. Edema is oft... See the entire definition of EdemaEmergency department: The department of a hospital responsible for the provision of medica... See the entire definition of Emergency departmentEpiglottis: The flap that covers the trachea during swallowing, so that food does not ente... See the entire definition of EpiglottisEpinephrine: A substance produced by the medulla (inside) of the adrenal gland. The name e... See the entire definition of EpinephrineFever: Although a fever technically is any body temperature above the normal of 98.6 degr... See the entire definition of FeverFungi: Plural of fungus. Gland: A group of cells that secrete a substance for use in the body. For example, the thy... See the entire definition of GlandHeart: The muscle that pumps blood received from veins into arteries throughout the body. ... See the entire definition of HeartHeart rate: The number of heartbeats per unit of time, usually per minute. The heart rate ... See the entire definition of Heart rateHematoma: A localized swelling that is filled with blood caused by a break in the wall of ... See the entire definition of HematomaHerpes: A family of viruses. Herpes also refers to infection with one of the human herpesv... See the entire definition of HerpesHIB: Haemophilus influenzae type B. Immune: Protected against infection, usually by the presence of antibodies. Immune system: A complex system that is responsible for distinguishing a person from every... See the entire definition of Immune systemIncidence: The frequency with which something, such as a disease or trait, appears in a pa... See the entire definition of IncidenceIndicate: In medicine, to make a treatment or procedure advisable because of a particular ... See the entire definition of IndicateInfant: A young baby, from birth to 12 months of age. Infection: The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, an... See the entire definition of InfectionInfectious mononucleosis: A specific viral infection (with the Epstein-Barr virus) in whic... See the entire definition of Infectious mononucleosisInflammation: A localized reaction that produces redness, warmth, swelling, and pain as a ... See the entire definition of InflammationInfluenza: The flu is caused by viruses that infect the respiratory tract which are divide... See the entire definition of InfluenzaInjure: To harm, hurt, or wound. The word injure may be in physical or emotional sense. Fr... See the entire definition of InjureInjury: Harm or hurt. To harm, hurt, or wound. The word injure may be in physical or emot... See the entire definition of InjuryIntervention: The act of intervening, interfering or interceding with the intent of modify... See the entire definition of InterventionIntubation: The process of putting a tube into a hollow organ or passageway, often into th... See the entire definition of IntubationLaboratory: A place for doing tests and research procedures, and for preparing chemicals a... See the entire definition of LaboratoryLaryngeal: Having to do with the larynx (voice box). Laryngoscopy: Examination of the larynx (voice box), either with a mirror (indirect laryng... See the entire definition of LaryngoscopyMarijuana: A common street and recreational drug that comes from the marijuana plant: the ... See the entire definition of MarijuanaMononucleosis: Infection with the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV, human herpesvirus 4, HHV-4) in... See the entire definition of MononucleosisMortality: A fatal outcome or, in one word, death. The word "mortality" is derived from "m... See the entire definition of MortalityNeck: The part of the body joining the head to the shoulders. Also, any narrow or constric... See the entire definition of NeckNose: The external midline projection from the face. The purpose of the nose is to warm, c... See the entire definition of NoseObstruction: Blockage of a passageway. See, for example: Airway obstruction; Intestinal o... See the entire definition of ObstructionOnset: In medicine, the first appearance of the signs or symptoms of an illness as, for ex... See the entire definition of OnsetOperating room: A facility that is equipped for performing surgery. Abbreviated OR. Oxygen: The odorless gas that is present in the air and necessary to maintain life. Oxygen... See the entire definition of OxygenOxygenation: The addition of oxygen to any system, including the human body. Oxygenation m... See the entire definition of OxygenationPain: An unpleasant sensation that can range from mild, localized discomfort to agony. Pa... See the entire definition of PainPeritonsillar abscess: A collection of pus behind the tonsils that pushes one of the tonsi... See the entire definition of Peritonsillar abscessPharynx: The hollow tube that is about 5 inches long and starts behind the nose and ends a... See the entire definition of PharynxPneumonia: Inflammation of one or both lungs, with dense areas of lung inflammation. Pneum... See the entire definition of PneumoniaPrognosis: The forecast of the probable outcome or course of a disease; the patient's chan... See the entire definition of PrognosisProgressive: Increasing in scope or severity, advancing, or going forward. For example, a ... See the entire definition of ProgressivePus: A thick, whitish-yellow fluid that results from the accumulation of white blood cells... See the entire definition of PusQuinsy: Not a TV detective but an old word for a peritonsillar abscess. Respiratory: Having to do with respiration. Respiratory failure: Inability of the lungs to perform their basic task of gas exchange, t... See the entire definition of Respiratory failureSepsis: The presence of bacteria (bacteremia), other infectious organisms, or toxins creat... See the entire definition of SepsisShingles: An acute infection caused by the herpes zoster virus, the same virus as causes ... See the entire definition of ShinglesShock: In medicine, a critical condition that is brought on by a sudden drop in blood flow... See the entire definition of ShockShortness of breath: Difficulty in breathing. Medically referred to as dyspnea. Shortness ... See the entire definition of Shortness of breathSickle cell anemia: A genetic blood disease due to the presence of an abnormal form of hem... See the entire definition of Sickle cell anemiaSore: 1. (adjective) A popular term for painful, such as a sore throat. 2. (... See the entire definition of SoreSore throat: Pain in the throat. Sore throat may be caused by many different causes, inclu... See the entire definition of Sore throatSplenectomy: An operation to remove the spleen. Staphylococcus: A group of bacteria that cause a multitude of diseases. Under a microscope... See the entire definition of StaphylococcusStrep: Very commonly used shortened form of Streptococcus, a very common and import... See the entire definition of StrepStrep throat: Strep throat is an infection caused by a type of bacteria called streptococc... See the entire definition of Strep throatStreptococcus: A group of bacteria that causes a multitude of diseases. Under a microscope... See the entire definition of StreptococcusThroat: The throat is the anterior (front) portion of the neck beginning at the back of th... See the entire definition of ThroatTongue: A strong muscle that is anchored to the floor of the mouth. The tongue is covered ... See the entire definition of TongueTonsils: Small masses of lymphoid tissue at the back and on both sides of the throat. Trachea: A tube-like portion of the respiratory tract that connects the larynx with the br... See the entire definition of TracheaTrauma: A physical or emotional injury. Upper respiratory infection: An infection of the upper part of the respiratory system whic... See the entire definition of Upper respiratory infectionVaccination: Injection of a killed microbe in order to stimulate the immune system against... See the entire definition of VaccinationVirus: A microorganism that is smaller than a bacterium that cannot grow or reproduce apar... See the entire definition of VirusViruses: Small living particles that can infect cells and change how the cells function. I... See the entire definition of VirusesWindpipe: The trachea, a tube-like portion of the respiratory (breathing) tract that conn... See the entire definition of Windpipe
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