It is red patches in the mucous membranes of the mouth, throat, or voice box (larynx) that can become cancerous; risk factors include smoking pipes and chewing tobacco. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
Health Answer Category: General
What is Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate?
It is a measure of the time it takes for red blood cells to collect at the bottom of a sample of blood; an elevated rate may mean that there is inflammation somewhere in the body. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Erythrocyte?
It is a red blood cell. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Erythema?
It is the redness of the skin. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Erysipelas?
It is an infection caused by streptococci bacteria; characterized by fever and rash. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Epstein-Barr Virus?
It is a virus that is the cause of mononucleosis and is involved in Burkitt’s lymphoma. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Epithelium?
It is the layer of cells that covers the body and lines many organs. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Episiotomy?
It is a surgical procedure in which an incision is made in the tissue between the vagina and anus to prevent tearing of this tissue during childbirth. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Episcleritis?
It is a patch of inflammation on the outer layer of the white of the eye. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Epinephrine?
It is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands in response to stress, exercise, or fear; increases heart rate and opens airways to improve breathing; also called adrenaline. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org