Glossary of Medical Terms
An A-Z guide to help you understand common medical terminology related to our services.
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Acne
Skin condition when hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells.
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Inability to stop using a substance or engaging in a behavior.
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Immune system reactions to airborne substances.
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Intense, excessive, and persistent worry and fear.
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Inflammation of one or more joints, causing pain and stiffness.
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Chronic airway inflammation causing breathing difficulty.
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Back Pain
Pain felt in the back, which can range from a dull ache to a sharp pain.
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Extreme mood swings that include emotional highs and lows.
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Chlamydia
A common bacterial STI that is easily cured with antibiotics.
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A persistent cough lasting more than eight weeks.
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, blocking airflow.
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Dementia & Memory Loss
Decline in cognitive function affecting daily life.
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Persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest.
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Eating Disorders
Disturbances in eating behavior and related thoughts/emotions.
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Disorder with recurrent, unprovoked seizures.
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Genital Warts
A common type of sexually transmitted infection.
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Knee Pain
Common complaint that can originate in any of the bony structures or ligaments of the knee.
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Migraines & Headaches
Severe, recurring headaches often with other symptoms.
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Autoimmune disease affecting the brain and spinal cord.
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Neuropathy
Nerve damage causing weakness, numbness, and pain.
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OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder)
Unwanted thoughts and fears (obsessions) that lead to repetitive behaviors (compulsions).
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Parkinson's Disease
A progressive disorder of the nervous system affecting movement.
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Inflammation of the thick band of tissue on the bottom of the foot.
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Infection that inflames air sacs in one or both lungs.
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A condition in which skin cells build up and form scales and itchy, dry patches.
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A mental health condition triggered by a terrifying event.
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Rosacea
A condition that causes blushing or flushing and visible blood vessels in your face.
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Shoulder Pain
Pain originating from the shoulder joint or surrounding muscles.
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Infections of the skin caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
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Breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep.
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Injuries that occur during sport, athletic activities, or exercising.
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Stretching or tearing of ligaments or muscles/tendons.
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Damage to the brain from interruption of its blood supply.
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