Medical and Biological Vocabulary

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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

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A condition in which acid from the stomach flows back into the esophagus.

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Peripheral nerves

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The nerves outside the brain and spinal cord, connecting the CNS to the rest of the body.

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Vasoconstriction

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The narrowing of blood vessels when the outside temperature is too cold, retaining heat by limiting blood flow to the skin's surface.

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Hemiplegia

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Paralysis on one side of the body, often resulting from a stroke.

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Aphasia

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The difficulty communicating thoughts through speech or writing.

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Dyslexia

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A learning disorder characterized by difficulty reading due to problems identifying speech sounds and learning how they relate to letters and words.

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Dysgraphia

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A learning disability that affects writing abilities, including handwriting, typing, and spelling.

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Apraxia

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A motor disorder caused by damage to the brain, affecting the ability to perform tasks or movements when asked, even though the request is understood.

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Thermoregulation

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The process by which the body maintains its core internal temperature.

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Homeostasis

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The state of steady internal conditions maintained by living organisms.