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1. stereotactic needle biopsy

viral infection causing warts

precise positioning of needle in surgery

non-invasive imaging of colon via CT scan

targeted tissue sampling using imaging

2. alcohol injection

treatment using biological agents or organisms

method to treat nerve or varicose veins

shingles rash caused by varicella virus

screening for cancer signs

3. corticosteroid

area above the vocal cords

thickened skin over toe or finger

anti-inflammatory hormone medication

jawbone out of proper position

4. intermittent tingling pain

within the bronchus

pain with tingling sensations

brief intense pain sensation

pain that spreads to other areas

5. cholera

acute diarrheal disease caused by bacteria

lung removal surgery

tumor suitable for surgery

nasal inflammation causing congestion and sneezing

6. nerve sparing radical prostatectomy

fast-growing B-cell lymphoma

abnormal cell growth

surgical removal of prostate preserving nerves

bony part of the chest protecting lungs

7. mortuary

loss of kidney function

low urine output

funeral home or place of death storage

surgery performed to evaluate treatment success

8. large cell carcinoma

liquid waste excreted by kidneys

test measuring cancer marker in blood

aggressive cancer with large cells

healthcare professional providing anesthesia care

9. mastectomy

surgical removal of breast tissue

difficulty swallowing, anemia

removal of lymph nodes in armpit

tissue supporting organs and muscles

10. urine cytology

lung disease with alveolar damage

bad-smelling vaginal fluid

cancer spread beyond capsule

lab test analyzing cells in urine

11. heart attack

cancer in lower throat area

decreased white blood cell count

sudden loss of heart function due to blockage

medical doctor specialized in mental health

12. immunotherapy

support for cancer patients

cancer treatment activating immune system

high blood sugar disease

firm or difficult bowel movement

13. sponge bath

cessation of breathing

gentle cleaning using a sponge and water

clarity or sharpness of vision

mild gastrointestinal discomfort or nausea

14. fallopian tubes

study of nervous system diseases

flexible connective tissue in joints

connect ovaries to uterus

break in barrier allowing substances into brain

15. lymphoblastic lymphoma

surgical removal of entire prostate gland

aggressive cancer of lymphocytes

instrument to view chest interior

brain hormone regulator

16. aggressive lymphomas

permanent tissue slice analysis

treatment destroying tissue or cells, often cancerous

colored part of the eye

rapidly progressing blood cancers of lymphatic system

17. hypothalamus

mucus indicating infection

screening for cancer signs

brain region controlling hormones

identifying a disease or condition

18. foul vaginal discharge

formation of excess fibrous tissue

irritated or painful eyes

wheezy high-pitched breathing sound

bad-smelling vaginal fluid

19. coronary artery by-pass operation

ear, nose, throat specialist

blood in urine

surgery rerouting blood around blocked artery

radiographic image of chest

20. immunology

discomfort during urinating

clarity or sharpness of vision

difficulty swallowing, anemia

study of immune responses

Vocabulary Quiz:

1. stereotactic needle biopsy

2. alcohol injection

3. corticosteroid

4. intermittent tingling pain

5. cholera

6. nerve sparing radical prostatectomy

7. mortuary

8. large cell carcinoma

9. mastectomy

10. urine cytology

11. heart attack

12. immunotherapy

13. sponge bath

14. fallopian tubes

15. lymphoblastic lymphoma

16. aggressive lymphomas

17. hypothalamus

18. foul vaginal discharge

19. coronary artery by-pass operation

20. immunology

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Vocabulary Quiz:

1. stereotactic needle biopsy

2. alcohol injection

3. corticosteroid

4. intermittent tingling pain

5. cholera

6. nerve sparing radical prostatectomy

7. mortuary

8. large cell carcinoma

9. mastectomy

10. urine cytology

11. heart attack

12. immunotherapy

13. sponge bath

14. fallopian tubes

15. lymphoblastic lymphoma

16. aggressive lymphomas

17. hypothalamus

18. foul vaginal discharge

19. coronary artery by-pass operation

20. immunology

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