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Hepatosplenomegaly is the medical term for an enlargement of both the liver (hepato-) and the spleen (-spleno-). It can be caused by various conditions, such as infections, blood disorders, or liver diseases. Symptoms may include abdominal pain, feeling full quickly when eating, and fatigue. Treatment depends on the underlying cause.
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What is the medical term meaning enlargement of the liver and spleen?
The medical term for enlargement of the liver and spleen is hepatosplenomegaly.
What is term and misspelled word for Esophageal?
Please identify all the terms that would be unfamiliar to a layman and provide both a technical and layman's and definition for each of these terms, including singular and plural forms. Identify at least 10 terms.I. AMBULATORY CARE FACE SHEETAdmit Date: 7/8 @ 20:22 Discharge Date/Time: 7/9 @ 10:10Sex: M Age: 47 Disposition: HomeAdmitting Diagnosis: Possible esophageal foreign body.Discharge Diagnosis: Esophageal foreign body.Procedures: EGD with foreign body removal.CONSULTATIONDate of Consultation: 7/8This is a 47-year-old male who was in his usual state of health until early this evening when he developed an acute episode of odynophagia and a sensation of a foreign body in the proximal esophagus. This occurred after the patient had several bites of fish. The patient was evaluated with C-spine films and soft-tissue films, but no definite foreign body was seen. The soft tissue was noted to be normal. The patient, however, continued to have a sensation of a foreign body in the proximal esophagus and was complaining of upper esophageal pain. He has no past history of dysphagia, tobacco abuse, peptic ulcer disease, or reflux history. The patient has no past history of lye or corrosive substance ingestion. He denies any fever, chills, or shortness of breath.Past Medical History:Allergies: No known drug allergies.Medications: None.Surgeries: Repair of a laceration to the forehead 10 months ago.Medical History: History of hepatitis.Family History: Noncontributory.Review of Systems: No medical abnormalities.Physical Examination:Vital Signs: BP 130/80, P 92, T 98.5General:This is a well-developed and well-nourished anxious black male in mild distress. Head and neck are normocephalic, atraumatic. Sclerae clear. The oropharynx is clear. The neck is supple with free range of motion and no thyromegaly. The trachea is midline and mobile. There is no crepitus noted. Lungs are clear bilaterally. Heart is regular rate and rhythm. Abdomen is soft and nontender with bowel sounds active in all four quadrants. There are no hepatosplenomegaly or masses noted. Rectal is deferred. Musculoskeletal with free range of motion. Neurologic with no focal deficits.Impression:Foreign body in upper esophagus or possible laceration of this area. We will plan for upper endoscopy to rule out an acute obstruction and, if necessary, remove the foreign body.Please identify all the terms that would be unfamiliar to a layman and provide both a technical and layman's and definition for each of these terms, including singular and plural forms. Identify at least 10 terms.I. AMBULATORY CARE FACE SHEETAdmit Date: 7/8 @ 20:22 Discharge Date/Time: 7/9 @ 10:10Sex: M Age: 47 Disposition: HomeAdmitting Diagnosis: Possible esophageal foreign body.Discharge Diagnosis: Esophageal foreign body.Procedures: EGD with foreign body removal.CONSULTATIONDate of Consultation: 7/8This is a 47-year-old male who was in his usual state of health until early this evening when he developed an acute episode of odynophagia and a sensation of a foreign body in the proximal esophagus. This occurred after the patient had several bites of fish. The patient was evaluated with C-spine films and soft-tissue films, but no definite foreign body was seen. The soft tissue was noted to be normal. The patient, however, continued to have a sensation of a foreign body in the proximal esophagus and was complaining of upper esophageal pain. He has no past history of dysphagia, tobacco abuse, peptic ulcer disease, or reflux history. The patient has no past history of lye or corrosive substance ingestion. He denies any fever, chills, or shortness of breath.Past Medical History:Allergies: No known drug allergies.Medications: None.Surgeries: Repair of a laceration to the forehead 10 months ago.Medical History: History of hepatitis.Family History: Noncontributory.Review of Systems: No medical abnormalities.Physical Examination:Vital Signs: BP 130/80, P 92, T 98.5General:This is a well-developed and well-nourished anxious black male in mild distress. Head and neck are normocephalic, atraumatic. Sclerae clear. The oropharynx is clear. The neck is supple with free range of motion and no thyromegaly. The trachea is midline and mobile. There is no crepitus noted. Lungs are clear bilaterally. Heart is regular rate and rhythm. Abdomen is soft and nontender with bowel sounds active in all four quadrants. There are no hepatosplenomegaly or masses noted. Rectal is deferred. Musculoskeletal with free range of motion. Neurologic with no focal deficits.Impression:Foreign body in upper esophagus or possible laceration of this area. We will plan for upper endoscopy to rule out an acute obstruction and, if necessary, remove the foreign body.
Does hepatosplenomegaly have a plural form?
Hepatosplenomegaly
What is the singular form for hepatosplenomegaly?
Hepatosplenomegaly
What is the medical breakdown of the word hepatosplenomegaly?
hepatosplenomegaly
What is the primary accented syllable in the medical word hepatosplenomegaly?
"pat" is the primary accented syllable in hepatosplenomegaly. "meg" has almost the same stress.
What is the medical term meaning enlargement of the liver and spleen?
The medical term for enlargement of the liver and spleen is hepatosplenomegaly.
Can you drink alcohol with hepatosplenomegaly?
It is not recommended. Hepatosplenomegaly is an enlarged liver and is a sign of liver disease. Alcohol will only tax the liver further leading to possible liver failure which is fatal.
What is the root word in hepatomegaly?
Hepatosplenomegaly
What type of anaemia show hepatosplenomegaly with lymph node enlargement?
lymphoma
What is the primary accented syllable in hepatosplenomegaly?
Hepa which gives you the root word.
What causes hepatosplenomegaly in child?
liver disease malignancy malaria tb leishmaniasis
What is the medical term meaning of Enlargement of the liver?
Hepatosplenomegaly is enlargement of the liver and spleen.
What are the probable diagnosis of hepatosplenomegaly in a patient of chronic renal failure patient on hemodialysis for last one and half year with history of tuberculosis 9 months back?
AMyloidosis
