Month: February 2020
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Epigastralgia
Pain in the epigastric region.
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Epididymitis
A medical condition in which there is inflammation of the epididymis. Inflammation of the epididymis, a common disorder affecting the male. Acute or chronic inflammation of the epididymis, producing tenderness, pain in the groin, chills and fever; it may result from sexually transmitted disease, inflammation of the prostate, or urinary tract infection. Treatment includes rest,…
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Epididymis
A structure within the scrotum attached to the backside of the testis and whose coiled duct provides storage, transit and maturation of spermatozoa. An oblong-shaped body attached to each testicle in which sperm cells mature and are stored. Cordlike structure along border of testis. A long twisting thin tube at the back of the testis,…
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Eosinophilia
The state of having a high concentration of eosinophils (eosinophil granulocytes) in the blood. (Or, less commonly, acidophils), are white blood cells that are one of the immune system components. Granular leukocytes with a nucleus that usually has two lobes connected by a slender thread of chromatin, and cytoplasm containing coarse, round granules that are…
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Envenomation
Is the entry of venom into a person’s body, and it may cause localised or systemic poisoning. The act of depositing toxins. The use of snake venom as part of a therapeutic treatment. The introduction of venoms into the body by means of a bite or sting. The encounter with venom resulting from insect bites…
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Enophthalmos
A condition in which the eye falls back into the socket and inhibits proper eyelid function. A condition in which the eyes are very deep in their sockets. Recession of the eyeball into the orbit. Condition in which the eyeball is displaced back in the eye socket, because of injury or developmental defect. A condition…
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Enuresis
Bed-wetting, a disorder of elimination that involves the voluntary or involuntary release of urine into bedding, clothing, or other inappropriate places. The repeated voiding of urine into bed or clothes in children at least 5 years old, not due to any general medical condition. May be associated with various psychosocial factors, such as early childhood…
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Entheogen
A substance taken to induce a spiritual experience.
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Enterotoxigenic
Of or being an organism containing or producing an enterotoxin. Producing enterotoxins, as in some strains of bacteria. The term pertains to a living organism capable of generating toxins within the gastrointestinal system, thereby triggering a range of manifestations including emesis, diarrheal episodes, and various symptoms associated with foodborne illness.
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Enterotoxin
Is a protein toxin released by a microorganism in the intestine. Substances toxic to the cells of the intestinal mucosa, normally produced by bacteria. A toxin specific for cells of the intestine. Gives rise to symptoms of food poisoning. Toxins excreted by the cells into the gastrointestinal tract of animals. A bacterial exotoxin which particularly…