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Below are some terms, common and uncommon, that one a [[Medical Officer]] might use while working in the medical field. ==A==* '''Adrenal Gland''' - In [[Human]]s, they are small, triangular-shaped glands that are located on top of both kidneys. They produce hormones that help regulate metabolism, immune system, blood pressure, response to stress and other essential functions. * '''Alizine''' - A medication used to counter allergic reactions in [[Klingons]].
* '''Amputation''' - The removal by surgery of a limb or other body part because of injury or disease. When done properly, it is the removal of part or all of a body part that is enclosed by skin. <br>Amputation can also occur at an accident site, the scene of an attack, or on a battlefield. When performing an amputation, surgeons generally cut above the diseased or injured area, so that a portion of healthy tissue remains to cushion bone. <br>Sometimes the location of a surgical cut may depend in part on its suitability to be fitted with an artificial limb, or prosthesis.
* '''Anticoagulant''' - any chemical substance that prevents or reduces coagulation of blood, therefore prolonging the clotting time.
* '''Antigen''' - a toxin or other foreign substance which induces an immune response in the body, especially for production of antibodies.
* '''Anti-Psychotic''' - a drug capable of counteracting or diminishing the symptoms of a psychotic disorder, or temporary psychosis.
* '''Aphasia''' - the inability to comprehend or formulate language, due to damage to specific [[brain]] regions. The major causes of this condition are stroke and head trauma. It can also result from a brain tumors, brain infections, or neurodegenerative diseases.
* '''Asymptomatic''' - When a patient does not show symptoms, but is still sick.
* '''Autosuture''' - Seals and closes surgical-made incisions. This type of stitch promotes healing by stimulating the patient's own anabolism. It is used in situations where the [[dermal regenerator]] is inadequate.
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* '''Benign''' - Any growth that is considered to not be a danger to the patient.
* '''Brainstem''' - stalk-like part of the [[brain]] that connects the cerebrum with the spinal cord. In the [[Human]] [[brain]], the brainstem is composed of the midbrain, the pons, and the medulla oblongata.
* '''Burn''' - Caused by extreme heat or cold, electricity, chemicals, light, radiation, or friction. (''see main page:'' '''[[Medical burns]]''')
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* '''Capillary''' - smallest blood vessels in the [[Human]] body; they move the blood between the arterioles and venules.
* '''Cell''' - the basic structural and functional unit of life. Every cell consists of a cytoplasm enclosed within a membrane, which contains many biomolecules such as proteins and nucleic acids. <br>There are two types of cells: eukaryotic, which contain a nucleus, and prokaryotic cells, which do not have a nucleus, but a nucleoid region is still present. Prokaryotes are single-celled organisms, while eukaryotes may be either single-celled or multicellular.
* '''Coagulant''' - Also known as clotting, this is the process by which blood changes from a liquid to a gel, forming a blood clot.
* '''Communicable Disease''' - any disease that is spread from one person to another, through a variety of ways. This can include contact with blood, contact with bodily fluids (sexual), breathing in an airborne virus, or by being bitten by an insect.
* '''Concussion''' - A brain injury caused by a sudden blow to the head or to the body. (''see main page: '''[[Concussion]]''')
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* '''Degenerative''' - A term used to describe a disease or illness that causes more damage over time.
* '''Dermal osmotic sealant''' - Medication used to protect [[humanoid]]s from high levels of [[trigemic vapor]]s.
* '''Desegranine''' - [[Cardassian]] drug used to help reverse memory loss. The [[Obsidian Order]] often used this drug to help its undercover agents remember their true identities.
* '''Dislocation''' - Type of injury in which the ends of the two adjoining bones are forced from their normal positions. (''see main page:'' '''[[Joint dislocation]]''')
* '''Dopamine''' - commonly known as the "feel good" neurotransmitter, this complex chemical is strongly associated with the pleasure and reward centers of the [[brain]]. <br>Involved in neurological and physiological functions, it is a contributing factor in motor function, mood, and even our decision making, as well as some movement and psychiatric disorders.
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* '''Endorphin''' - Hormones that are secreted within the [[brain]] and nervous system, responsible for activating the body's opiate receptors, causing an analgesic effect.<br> This means these hormones are the ones that inhibit the communication of pain signals, producing feelings of euphoria very similar to that produced by other opioids.
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* '''Felicium''' - An addictive narcotic, it was originally developed as a vaccine, produced on the planet [[Brekka]]. At first, it prevented the spread of a plague that existed on neighboring planet [[Ornara]], but the Ornarans quickly became addicted to the opioid-like substance.
* '''Fetus''' - Also spelled "foetus," this is the terminology used to describe unborn offspring once they reach a certain "age" of gestation while in the womb. <br>Previously called an embryo, a ''fetus'' is more developed, and is refered to by this name starting from the ninth week after fertilizations (in [[Human]] and [[Humanoid]]s), and continues until birth.
* '''Fracture''' - any break in a bone.
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* '''Glucagon''' - In [[Human]]s, this is a peptide hormone that is produced by alpha cells of the [[Medical Glossary#P|pancreas]]. It raises the concentration of glucose and fatty acids in the bloodstream, and is considered to be the main catabolic hormone of the body. It can also be used as a medication in order to treat a number of health conditions. Its effect is opposite to that of insulin, which lowers extracellular glucose.
* '''Glucose''' - Also commonly known as "blood sugar," this is the main sugar found in a [[Human]]'s blood. It is a [[Human]] body's main source of energy. In the blood stream, it is circulated to all of the body's cells in order to use for energy output.
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* '''Hemorrhage''' - When blood profusely erupts from the body, especially during surgery.
* '''Hermaphrodite''' - a person or animal that possesses both male and female sex organs or other sexual characteristics, either abnormally or (in the case of some organisms) as the natural condition.
* '''Hypoglycemia''' - Condition in which a person's blood sugar (glucose) level is lower than normal.
* '''Hypotension''' - Also known as low blood pressure, severe symptoms include dizziness and fainting.
* '''Hypothalamus''' - A portion of a [[Human]]'s [[brain]] that links the nervous system to the endocrine system via the pituitary gland. (In humans, it is the size of an almond.) It is responsible for regulating body temperature, hunger, attachment behaviors, thirst, fatigue, sleep, and circadian (sleep) rhythms.
* '''Hypothermia''' - Occurs when a [[humanoid]] body becomes chilled, and loses heat faster than the body can generate more. This is an emergency condition, and can quickly lead to unconsciousness and death if left untreated. Early symptoms include shivering, cold/pale/blue-tinted skin, unsteadiness, numbness of the extremities. Severe symptoms include drastically low body temperature, stiff musculature, slow pulse rate, weakness, sleepiness, loss of consciousness.
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* '''Idiopathic''' - Term used when the cause of a disease or illness cannot be found. This is a diagnosis, and something can be said to have an idiopathic (unknown) cause.
* '''Inaprovaline''' - A synaptic stimulant and [[heart|cardio]]-stimulant. <br>It works by fortifying the cell membranes, and can be used as a preventative measure, or in response to various physical illnesses.
* '''Insulin''' - A hormone produced in the [[Human]] pancreas, and regulates the amount of glucose in the blood. A lack of insulin causes a form of diabetes.
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* '''Lucid Dreaming''' - A type of dream in which the dreamer becomes aware that they are dreaming while dreaming. During a lucid dream, the dreamer may gain some amount of control over the dream characters, narrative, or environment. Certain cultures and religions have mastered this type of dreaming, and use it as a form of meditation. Some doctors use it as a form of therapy for their patients.
* '''Lymphocyte''' - Type of white blood cell in the immune system of most [[humanoid]]s. These cells make up between 18% and 42% of circulating white blood cells in [[human]]s.
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* '''Malignant''' - A growth that is invasive and damaging, and will spread to other parts of the body, and cause more harm the longer it goes untreated.
* '''Melanin''' - A dark brown to black pigment which occurs in the hair, skin, and iris of the eye in people and animals. It is responsible for a person's natural shade of skin, as well as the tanning of skin when exposed to sunlight.
* '''Myelin Sheath''' - The insulating layer hat forms around nerves, including those in the brain and spinal cord, made up of protein and fatty substances. It allows electrical impulses to transmit quickly and efficiently along the nerve cells. If myelin is damaged, these impulses slow down.
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* '''Nervous System''' - In [[humanoid]]s, this controls movements, thoughts, and automatic responses. It also controls other body systems and processes, such as digestion, breathing and sexual development (puberty).
* '''Neural Pathway''' - Series of connected nerves along which electrical impulses travel in the body of a [[humanoid]].
* '''Neuron''' - Also called "nerve cells," these are the fundamental units of the [[brain]] and nervous system of a [[humanoid]] being. These are the cells responsible for receiving sensory input from the external world, for sending motor commands to muscles, and for transforming and relaying the electrical signals at every step in between.
* '''Niaxilin''' - This drug is used to separate mating [[Denobulan]]s, should they become "too vigorous."
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* '''Pancreas''' - A [[Human]] organ located in the abdomen. It plays an essential role in converting food into fuel for the body's cells. Has two main functions: aiding with digestion, and regulation of blood sugar.
* '''Peridaxon''' - A drug used to treat [[Irumodic syndrome]]. It simply relieves the symptoms, as there is no cure.
* '''Parietal Lobe''' - These two parts of the [[brain]] are responsible for processing somatosensory information from the body: including touch, pain, temperature, and the sense of limb position.
* '''Psychosis''' - A condition that affects the way a person's [[brain]] processes information. It can easily cause someone to lose touch with reality, and see, hear, or believe things that aren't real. <br>''Note: Psychosis is a symptom of something bigger, and is not an illness unto itself.''
* '''Pulmonary Vein''' - Veins that transfer oxygenated blood from the [[lung]]s to the [[heart]]. The largest pulmonary veins are the four main pulmonary veins, two from each lung that drain into the left atrium of the heart.<br> The pulmonary veins play an essential role in respiration by receiving blood that has been oxygenated and returning it to the left atrium.
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* '''Respiratory system''' - Network of organs and tissues that help a lifeform breathe. It includes airways, lungs and blood vessels.
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* '''Shock''' - A critical condition brought on by the sudden drop in blood flow through the body. When a person is in shock, his or her organs aren't getting enough blood or oxygen.<br>May result from trauma, heatstroke, blood loss, an allergic reaction, severe infection, poisoning, severe burns or a sudden or violent mental or emotional disturbance.
* '''Sprain''' - Injury to the bands of tissue that connect two bones together. (''See main page:'' '''[[Sprains and strains]]''')
* '''Strain''' - A muscular strain involves an injury to a muscle or to the band of tissue that attaches a muscle to a bone. (''See main page:'' '''[[Sprains and strains]]''')
* '''Strobolin''' - The cure for the [[choriocytosis virus]].
* '''Synapse''' - Structure that permits a neuron (or nerve cell) to pass an electrical or chemical signal to another neuron or to the target effector cell.
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* '''Tesokine''' - A drug used to help a baby from one species to properly metabolize the nutrients from another species while in the womb. It is not effective with all species.
* '''Theragen''' - A chemical compound, initially developed as a nerve gas by the [[Klingon]]s. While lethal in its pure form, it can be diluted with alcohol in order to temporarily deaden certain nerve inputs to the brain.
* '''Triglobulin''' - a biogenic substance produced by the [[Axanar]] [[zymuth gland]], and released into the blood. It was used to produce medicines and vaccines, and was used by some species used as an aphrodisiac.
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'''Virus''' - Sub-microscopic parasite that can cause disease. They consist of a core of [[DNA]] or [[RNA]], surrounded by proteins. Viruses are not considered [[lifeform]]s.
* [[Virus|Click here for a list of known Federation viruses.]]
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