OET Medicine: Paediatric Vocabulary

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leukemia

_{[lu·ˈki·mi·ə]}

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high white blood cell count

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The patient was diagnosed with leukemia following a series of tests.

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pneumothorax

_{[ˌnyuː·mo·θɔ·ræks]}

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accumulation of air in the pleural space

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Pneumothorax can cause chest pain and difficulty breathing.

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anemia

_{[əˈ·​ni·​miə]}

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low red blood cell count

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The child was diagnosed with anemia after the blood test.

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pneumonia

_{[neu·​mo·​ni·​a]}

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infection of the lungs

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Pneumonia can affect individuals of all ages, often leading to cough and difficulty breathing.

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bronchiolitis

_{[bron·​ki·​o·​lai·​tis]}

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inflammation of small airways

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Bronchiolitis is common in infants during winter.

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asthma

_{[as·​thma]}

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chronic condition affecting the airways

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Asthma can cause wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness, often triggered by allergens or exercise.

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bronchitis

_{[ˈbrɒn·kaɪ·tɪs]}

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inflammation of the bronchial tubes

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Bronchitis can cause coughing, mucus production, and difficulty breathing.

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cyanosis

_{[sai·ya·no·sis]}

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a bluish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes due to low oxygen

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Cyanosis was observed in the newborn's lips.

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asphyxia

_{[as·fik·see·ya]}

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a condition characterized by a lack of oxygen leading to suffocation

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Asphyxia can occur during childbirth if the umbilical cord is compressed.

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dehydration

_{[di·haɪ·dreɪ·ʃən]}

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excessive loss of body fluids

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The toddler showed signs of dehydration after vomiting.