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| Someone who studies blood. |
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| Someone who studies the health of the respiratory system including the lungs, airway and respiratory muscles. |
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| Someone who studies the heart. |
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| A condition where the level of the red blood cells or hemoglobin is less which makes it more difficult for the blood to carry oxygen. |
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| A condition where a person frequently passes liquid bowel movements. |
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| An abbreviation for a test known as electrocardiography. |
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| An abbreviation for complete blood count. |
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| Referring to the section of the chest between lungs, where the heart, esophagus and the phrenic and vagus nerves are situated. |
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| Swelling in the part of the body caused by accumulation of fluid. |
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| Excess of fluid formed in the membranes lining the chest cavity. |
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| Loss of mental ability and memory due to a disease of the brain causing disorientation. |
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| Mental state which someone is confused, excited and restless. |
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| A drug such as a stimulant or sedative which affects a persons mood. |
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| Inflammation of the lungs. |
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| Abbreviation for Physical Therapy. |
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| An expert in diet and nutrition. |
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