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Give a medical definition of 'Atrophy'.
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Lack of cell growth, leading to muscle wasting.
What does 'Transdermal' describe in medical application?
A treatment or drug delivery method across the skin.
What is the meaning of the prefix 'Neuro-' in medical terms?
Nerve or nervous system.
What glandular positioning does 'Parathyroid' describe?
Located near the thyroid gland.
How does the prefix 'Brady-' relate to heart rate in 'Bradycardia'?
It indicates a slower than normal heart rate.
How does 'Intra-abdominal' placement differ from 'Extrathoracic'?
Intra-abdominal means inside the abdomen, while extrathoracic means outside the chest.
Describe the condition known as 'Colitis'.
Inflammation of the colon.
What psychological condition does 'Chromophobia' denote?
Fear of colors.
Explain the condition 'Hemophilia' using its word roots.
Inherited condition involving inappropriate bleeding.
What does 'Macrocephaly' indicate about head size?
A larger than average head.
Break down the term 'Hypercapnia' and explain its meaning.
Elevated carbon dioxide levels in the blood.
What physiological condition does 'Hypertension' refer to?
High blood pressure.
What organ does the prefix 'Nephric' refer to in 'Perinephric'?
Kidney.
What area of study does 'Gastroenterology' cover?
The study of the gastrointestinal system.
Differentiate between 'Leukocyte' and 'Erythrocyte'.
Leukocyte refers to a white blood cell, while erythrocyte refers to a red blood cell.
Define 'Hypoxia' based on its word components.
Low oxygen levels, usually in tissues.
What does the term 'Hepatomegaly' describe?
An enlarged liver.
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