Enlarged, twisted veins just below the surface of the skin, caused by defective valves in the veins. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
Health Answer Category: General
What is Varicocele?
The appearance of varicose veins around the testicles; commonly occurs and is harmless, but may cause discomfort. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Varices?
Enlarged or twisted blood or lymph vessels. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Varicella?
The medical term for chickenpox. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Valvuloplasty?
A reconstruction or repair of a narrowed heart valve. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Valvular heart disease?
A heart valve defect. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Valvotomy?
A surgical correction of a narrowed heart valve. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Valve?
A structure that allows fluid flow in only one direction. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Vaginitis?
An inflammation of the vagina, which can be the result of infection, aging, a hormone deficiency, or a foreign object (such as a tampon). Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Vaginismus?
An involuntary muscle spasm at the opening of the vagina when sexual intercourse is attempted; can be quite painful and may make sexual intercourse nearly impossible. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org