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Dermatology

Amniocentesis

A procedure used to take a small sample of the amniotic fluid that surrounds the fetus during pregnancy.

Cardiology

Arrhythmia

A condition in which the heart beats with an irregular or abnormal rhythm.

Pediatric

Asthma

A respiratory condition marked by spasms in the bronchi of the lungs, causing difficulty in breathing.

B

General

Benign

A term used to describe a tumor or growth that is not cancerous and does not spread to other parts of the body.

Lab Test

Biopsy

The removal of a small piece of tissue for laboratory examination to check for signs of disease.

C

Diagnostic

CT Scan

Computed Tomography scan; uses X-rays and a computer to create detailed images of the inside of the body.

Mental Health

Cognitive Therapy

A type of psychotherapy focused on changing negative thought patterns to alter behavior and emotional state.

D

Internal Medicine

Diabetes Mellitus

A group of diseases that result in too much sugar in the blood (high blood glucose).

Neurology

Dementia

An overall term for diseases and conditions characterized by a decline in memory or thinking skills.

Dental

Dry Socket

A painful dental condition that can occur after you have a permanent adult tooth extracted.