Quiz for Diseases

low RBC number caused by bone marrow destruction[RBC]

Dry:caused by blood not getting to a spot on the retina

precursor to cavities that results in cavities[Digestive]

most neuromas are gliomas, glial tumors[Nervous System]

inflammation of the renal pelvis and connective tissues of the kidney; may be acute (infectious) or chronic (autoimmune)[Urinary]

the focal point is behind the eye, focal point is blurry; corrected by a convex lens; the eye is too short; causes farsightedness[Senses]

the eye is too long, pulling the focal point in front of retina; corrected by a concave lens on the eye, which forces the light back onto the retina. Causes nearsightedness[Senses]

abnormal widening of arterial wall. They promote formation of thrombi that may obstruct vital tissues. They may burst, resulting in life threatening hemorrhage[Circulation]

immune system causing inflammation[Senses]

inflammation of pancreas[Digestive]

inflammation of the stomach[Digestive]

stomach not absorbing properly[Digestive]

moon face, hump on back, elevated sugar in blood, frequent infection; caused by hypersecretion of GC's. [Endocrine]

characterized by numerous benign tumors that can progress to disfiguring, crippling soft tissue tumors[Nervous System]

hardening of arteries; causes reduced blood flow, possibly causing ischemia that may progress into necrosis (gangrene)[Circulation]

increased pressure in the eye that pinches off tiny blood vessels that supply the retinal layer, leading to blindness[Senses]

Inflammation of the conjunctiva; interferes with light reflection[Senses]

inflammation of the diverticula(pouch in large intestine)[Digestive]

precancerous cells that are associated with snuff dipper's pouch[Digestive]

Pink eye; redness, irritation, and watering of the eyes[Senses]

upset stomach[Digestive]

appetite loss[Digestive]

inflammation of the ear[Senses]

1. hypo secretion of insulin

disorder in which lipids and other matter block arteries. This can be corrected by vasodilators (vessel-relaxing drugs), angioplasty, or surgical replacement.[Circulation]

the eye is too long, pulling the focal point in front of retina; corrected by a concave lens on the eye, which forces the light back onto the retina. Causes nearsightedness[Senses]

an inner-ear disorder; symptoms are tinnitus, nerve deafness, and vertigo. It is caused by increased pressure and volume in the inner ear

It is the paralysis of the facial nerve and it is the loss of facial muscle control. It can be caused by a brain tumor, stroke, or lyme disease.[PNS]

cancer of the white blood cells; results in high WBC count; cells do not function properly[WBC]

This disease may result from a tumor and it is the masculization of women.[Endocrine]

It is a genetic neurological disorder and the most common sign is purposeless movement[Brain]

inflammation or infection of gums, can result from poor oral hygiene, diabetes, pregnancy[Digestive]

X-linked inheritance of inability to form essential clotting factors[Platelets]

low plasma protein (albumin) level; caused by loss of proteins to urine[Urinary]

inherited disorder in which a small amount of abnormal hemoglobin is produced[RBC]

replace normal liver tissue w/ fatty fibrous tissue (liver failure)[Digestive]

stomach not absorbing properly[Digestive]

fluid in peritoneal space- bloating[Digestive]

low hemoglobin caused by lack of iron[RBC]

severe/ongoing heartburn[Digestive]