Strep Throat Glossary of TermsThe following are health and medical definitions of terms that appear in the Strep Throat article.
Abdominal: Relating to the abdomen, the belly, that part of the body that contains all of ... See the entire definition of AbdominalAbdominal pain: Pain in the belly. Abdominal pain can be acute or chronic. It may reflect ... See the entire definition of Abdominal painAbscess: A local accumulation of pus anywhere in the body. The following are some example... See the entire definition of AbscessAbsorb: 1. To take something in, as through the skin or the intestine. Acetaminophen: A nonaspirin pain reliever or analgesic. Acetaminophen may be given alone t... See the entire definition of AcetaminophenAcute: Of abrupt onset, in reference to a disease. Acute often also connotes an illness th... See the entire definition of AcuteAllergic reaction: The hypersensitive response of the immune system of an allergic indiv... See the entire definition of Allergic reactionAllergy: A misguided reaction to foreign substances by the immune system, the body system ... See the entire definition of AllergyAntibiotic: A drug used to treat infections caused by bacteria and other microorganisms. ... See the entire definition of AntibioticAntigen: A substance that the immune system perceives as being foreign or dangerous. The b... See the entire definition of AntigenAsymptomatic: Without symptoms. For example, an asymptomatic infection is an infection wit... See the entire definition of AsymptomaticBacteria: Single-celled microorganisms that can exist either as independent (free-living) ... See the entire definition of BacteriaBacterial: Of or pertaining to bacteria, as in a bacterial lung infection. Blood pressure: The blood pressure is the pressure of the blood within the arteries. It is... See the entire definition of Blood pressureBreathing: The process of respiration, during which air is inhaled into the lungs through ... See the entire definition of BreathingCaffeine: A stimulant compound found naturally in coffee, tea, cocoa (chocolate), and kola... See the entire definition of CaffeineCervical: Having to do with any kind of neck, including the neck on which the head is perc... See the entire definition of CervicalComplication: In medicine, an unanticipated problem that arises following, and is a result... See the entire definition of ComplicationCongestive heart failure: Inability of the heart to keep up with the demands on it, with f... See the entire definition of Congestive heart failureCough: A rapid expulsion of air from the lungs, typically in order to clear the lung airwa... See the entire definition of CoughDehydration: Excessive loss of body water. Diseases of the gastrointestinal tract that ca... See the entire definition of DehydrationDiagnosis: 1 The nature of a disease; the identification of an illness. 2 A ... See the entire definition of DiagnosisDiarrhea: A common condition that involves unusually frequent and liquid bowel movements. ... See the entire definition of DiarrheaDischarge: 1.The flow of fluid from part of the body, such as from the nose or vag... See the entire definition of DischargeEmergency department: The department of a hospital responsible for the provision of medica... See the entire definition of Emergency departmentErythromycin: Erythromycin is a common antibiotic for treating bacterial infection. Sold... See the entire definition of ErythromycinEsophageal: Related to the esophagus. Fever: Although a fever technically is any body temperature above the normal of 98.6 degr... See the entire definition of FeverFungal: Pertaining to a fungus. For example, a fungal skin infection. Hard palate: The first section of the bony part of the roof of the mouth, located in front... See the entire definition of Hard palateHeadache: A pain in the head with the pain being above the eyes or the ears, behind the he... See the entire definition of HeadacheHeart: The muscle that pumps blood received from veins into arteries throughout the body. ... See the entire definition of HeartHeart failure: Inability of the heart to keep up with the demands on it and, specifically... See the entire definition of Heart failureHeart muscle: A type of muscle with unique features only found in the heart. The heart mus... See the entire definition of Heart muscleHeart valves: There are four heart valves. All are one-way valves. Blood entering the ... See the entire definition of Heart valvesHerbal: 1. An adjective, referring to herbs, as in an herbal tea. Hoarseness: Hoarseness is a term referring to abnormal voice changes. Hoarseness may be ma... See the entire definition of HoarsenessIbuprofen: A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is commonly used to treat pa... See the entire definition of IbuprofenImmune: Protected against infection, usually by the presence of antibodies. Immune response: Any reaction by the immune system. For example, poison ivy can cause an i... See the entire definition of Immune responseImpetigo: A skin infection caused by the staphylococcus or, less often, by the streptococc... See the entire definition of ImpetigoIncidence: The frequency with which something, such as a disease or trait, appears in a pa... See the entire definition of IncidenceIncubation period: In medicine, the time from the moment of exposure to an infectious agen... See the entire definition of Incubation periodIndicate: In medicine, to make a treatment or procedure advisable because of a particular ... See the entire definition of IndicateInfection: The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, an... See the entire definition of InfectionKidney: One of a pair of organs located in the right and left side of the abdomen. The kid... See the entire definition of KidneyLaboratory: A place for doing tests and research procedures, and for preparing chemicals a... See the entire definition of LaboratoryLips: Aside from the lips of the mouth, there are two pairs of lips at the entrance to the... See the entire definition of LipsLockjaw: See Tetanus. Low blood pressure: Any blood pressure that is below the normal expected for an individua... See the entire definition of Low blood pressureLymph: The almost colorless fluid that travels through the lymphatic system, carrying cell... See the entire definition of LymphLymphadenopathy: Abnormally enlarged lymph nodes. Commonly called swollen glands. Mouth: 1. The upper opening of the digestive tract, beginning with the lips and con... See the entire definition of MouthMuscle: Muscle is the tissue of the body which primarily functions as a source of power. T... See the entire definition of MuscleNasal: Having to do with the nose. Nausea: Stomach queasiness, the urge to vomit. Nausea can be brought on by many causes, in... See the entire definition of NauseaNeck: 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 NoseOnset: In medicine, the first appearance of the signs or symptoms of an illness as, for ex... See the entire definition of OnsetPain: An unpleasant sensation that can range from mild, localized discomfort to agony. Pa... See the entire definition of PainPalate: The roof of the mouth. The front portion is bony (hard palate), and the back porti... See the entire definition of PalatePenicillin: The most famous of all antibiotics, named for the fungal mold Penicillium n... See the entire definition of PenicillinPeritonsillar abscess: A collection of pus behind the tonsils that pushes one of the tonsi... See the entire definition of Peritonsillar abscessPharyngeal: Having to do with the pharynx (throat). Pharyngitis: Inflammation of the pharynx. Pharyngitis is a common cause of sore throat. Pus: A thick, whitish-yellow fluid that results from the accumulation of white blood cells... See the entire definition of PusRapid strep test: A diagnostic test commonly used to demonstrate whether streptococcus bac... See the entire definition of Rapid strep testRash: Breaking out (eruption) of the skin. A rash can be caused by an underlying medical c... See the entire definition of RashRelapse: The return of signs and symptoms of a disease after a remission. Respiratory: Having to do with respiration. Rheumatic fever: An illness that occurs following a streptococcus infection (such as a "st... See the entire definition of Rheumatic feverRule out: Term used in medicine, meaning to eliminate or exclude something from considera... See the entire definition of Rule outRunny nose: The production of extra mucus by the nose. Rhinorrhea is the medical term for ... See the entire definition of Runny noseSaliva: a watery secretion in the mouth produced by the salivary glands that aids in the d... See the entire definition of SalivaShock: In medicine, a critical condition that is brought on by a sudden drop in blood flow... See the entire definition of ShockSleep: The body's rest cycle. Sneeze: 1. As a verb, to suddenly expel air through the nose and mouth by an involu... See the entire definition of SneezeSore: 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 throatStomach: The digestive organ that is located in the upper abdomen, under the ribs. The upp... See the entire definition of StomachStrep: 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 StreptococcusStreptococcus pyogenes: A common bacteria of the skin that causes strep throat (streptococ... See the entire definition of Streptococcus pyogenesSymptom: Any subjective evidence of disease. In contrast, a sign is objective. Blood comin... See the entire definition of SymptomSyndrome: A combination of symptoms and signs that together represent a disease process. Tetanus: An often fatal infectious disease that is caused by the bacterium Clostridium tet... See the entire definition of TetanusThroat: 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. Toxic shock: See Toxic shock syndrome. Toxic shock syndrome: A grave condition occurring predominantly in menstruating women usin... See the entire definition of Toxic shock syndromeTylenol: See: Acetaminophen. Viral: Of or pertaining to a virus. For example, if a person has a viral rash, the rash wa... See the entire definition of ViralViral infection: Infection caused by the presence of a virus in the body. Depending on... See the entire definition of Viral infectionVirus: A microorganism that is smaller than a bacterium that cannot grow or reproduce apar... See the entire definition of Virus
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