Sty (Stye) Glossary of Terms
The following are health and medical definitions of terms that appear in the Sty (Stye) article.
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 AcuteAnesthesia: Loss of feeling or awareness, as when an anesthetic is administered before sur... See the entire definition of AnesthesiaAntibiotic: A drug used to treat infections caused by bacteria and other microorganisms. ... See the entire definition of AntibioticAstigmatism: A common form of visual impairment in which part of an image is blurred due t... See the entire definition of AstigmatismBacteria: Single-celled microorganisms that can exist either as independent (free-living) ... See the entire definition of BacteriaBiopsy: The removal of a sample of tissue for examination under a microscope to check for ... See the entire definition of BiopsyBlepharitis: Inflammation of the eyelids. Blepharitis occurs in two forms, anterior and po... See the entire definition of BlepharitisBlurred vision: Lack of sharpness of vision with, as a result, the inability to see fine d... See the entire definition of Blurred visionCancer: An abnormal growth of cells which tend to proliferate in an uncontrolled way and, ... See the entire definition of CancerChalazion: A cyst of the little glands in the eyelids that make a lubricant which they di... See the entire definition of ChalazionCheek: The side of the face, which forms the side wall of the mouth. The cheekbone is part... See the entire definition of CheekConjunctivitis: Inflammation of the membrane covering the surface of the eyeball. It can b... See the entire definition of ConjunctivitisCornea: The clear front window of the eye, which transmits and focuses light into the eye.... See the entire definition of CorneaCorneal: Pertaining to the cornea, the clear front window of the eye that transmits and fo... See the entire definition of Corneal
CT scan: Computerized tomography scan. Pictures of structures within the body created by a... See the entire definition of CT scanDiagnosis: 1 The nature of a disease; the identification of an illness. 2 A ... See the entire definition of DiagnosisDischarge: 1.The flow of fluid from part of the body, such as from the nose or vag... See the entire definition of DischargeDoxycycline: Brand name: Vibramycin. A synthetic broad-spectrum antibiotic derived from te... See the entire definition of DoxycyclineDrain: A device for removing fluid from a cavity or wound. A drain is typically a tube or ... See the entire definition of DrainEmergency department: The department of a hospital responsible for the provision of medica... See the entire definition of Emergency departmentEyelash: One of the familiar stiff hairs that project from the margin of the eyelid. Eyelid: The lid or cover of the eye, a movable fold of skin and muscle that can be closed ... See the entire definition of EyelidFever: Although a fever technically is any body temperature above the normal of 98.6 degr... See the entire definition of FeverGland: A group of cells that secrete a substance for use in the body. For example, the thy... See the entire definition of GlandHygiene: The science of preventive medicine and the preservation of health. Also commonly ... See the entire definition of HygieneIncision: A cut through skin or other tissue performed by a health care professional. Indication: 1. In medicine, a condition which makes a particular treatment or proce... See the entire definition of IndicationInfection: The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, an... See the entire definition of InfectionInflammation: A localized reaction that produces redness, warmth, swelling, and pain as a ... See the entire definition of Inflammation
Injure: 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 InjuryLaboratory: A place for doing tests and research procedures, and for preparing chemicals a... See the entire definition of LaboratoryLymph: The almost colorless fluid that travels through the lymphatic system, carrying cell... See the entire definition of LymphMeibomitis: See: Meibomianitis. Microscopic: So small it cannot be seen without the aid of microscope. As opposed to macro... See the entire definition of MicroscopicMucous: Pertaining to mucus, a thick fluid produced by the lining of some tissues of the b... See the entire definition of MucousNeck: The part of the body joining the head to the shoulders. Also, any narrow or constric... See the entire definition of NeckNodular: Bumpy. Nose: The external midline projection from the face. The purpose of the nose is to warm, c... See the entire definition of NoseOculoplastics: Eye plastic and reconstructive surgery., a specialized area of ophthalmolog... See the entire definition of OculoplasticsOintment: An oil-based preparation that is applied to the skin. Whereas an ointment has an... See the entire definition of OintmentOphthalmologist: A physician who practices ophthalmology. Ophthalmology: The art and science of eye ?medicine. Pain: An unpleasant sensation that can range from mild, localized discomfort to agony. Pa... See the entire definition of Pain
Pathologist: A physician who identifies diseases and conditions by studying abnormal cells... See the entire definition of PathologistPharmacy: A location where prescription medications are sold. A pharmacy is constantly sup... See the entire definition of PharmacyPimple: An inflamed area of the skin with pus formation that results from an oil gland bei... See the entire definition of PimplePrognosis: The forecast of the probable outcome or course of a disease; the patient's chan... See the entire definition of PrognosisPus: A thick, whitish-yellow fluid that results from the accumulation of white blood cells... See the entire definition of PusRecurrence: The return of a sign, symptom, or disease after a remission. The reappearance ... See the entire definition of RecurrenceRosacea: A chronic skin disease that causes persistent redness over the areas of the face ... See the entire definition of RosaceaScan: As a noun, the data or image obtained from the examination of organs or regions of... See the entire definition of ScanScrub: 1. As a verb, to wash the hands and forearms very thoroughly, as before enga... See the entire definition of ScrubSeborrhea: A chronic inflammatory disease of the skin characterized by the accumulation of... See the entire definition of SeborrheaSensation: In medicine and physiology, sensation refers to the registration of an incoming... See the entire definition of SensationStaphylococcus: A group of bacteria that cause a multitude of diseases. Under a microscope... See the entire definition of StaphylococcusStress: In a medical or biological context stress is a physical, mental, or emotional fact... See the entire definition of StressStye: A red, tender bump on the eyelid that is caused by an acute infection of the oil gla... See the entire definition of StyeSurgery: The branch of medicine that employs operations in the treatment of disease or inj... See the entire definition of Surgery
Tear: A drop of the salty secretion of the lacrimal glands which serves to moisten the con... See the entire definition of TearTopical: Pertaining to a particular surface area. For example, a topical agent is applied ... See the entire definition of TopicalTylenol: See: Acetaminophen. Vibramycin: Brand name for doxycycline.
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