The removal of a cone-shaped section of tissue from the cervix of the uterus, which is then sent to a laboratory for examination; this may be curative as well as diagnostic.
Any condition present since birth.
An uncommon genetic disorder in which sufferers lack an enzyme that is needed to make the hormones cortisol and aldosterone.
A condition in which the heart is unable to pump sufficient blood to meet the body's needs, resulting in shortness of breath and swelling (oedema) of the ankles. Also known as congestive heart failure.
The transparent membrane covering the white of the eye.
Inflammation of the transparent membrane covering the white of the eye, causing redness, discomfort and discharge.
A type of tissue made up of fibres forming a framework and support structure for body tissues and organs.
a common condition where stools are not passed as frequently as normal
No medical condition.
A reaction of the skin to a substance that it has come into contact with.
A procedure to find and test other people who may have been exposed to someone with an infectious disease. It is most often undertaken for STDs and is carried out without revealing the name of the infected person.
Any disease that is communicable.
A means of preventing pregnancy.
A term used to describe something that prevents pregnancy.
A substance taken (either by mouth or into a vein) by a person who is about to undergo an imaging investigation, to improve the visibility of the structures being imaged. Also known as contrast medium.
A substance taken (either by mouth or into a vein) by a person who is about to undergo an imaging investigation, to improve the visibility of the structures being imaged.
A deterioration in kidney function following the injection of contrast medium.
An X-ray that uses a substance given to improve the visibility of structures during imaging.
A virological test.
An abbreviation for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
The transparent, thin-walled dome that forms the front of the eyeball.
A genetic disorder that can lead to severe developmental problems.
Relating to the arteries supplying the heart itself.
An X-ray image of the coronary arteries, which is taken after introducing a catheter through a blood vessel and threading it towards the heart, then injecting a contrast medium to improve visibility.