MedicalVocabulary.org
Medical vocabulary with 16,436 clear, complete and reliable definitions.
About MedicalVocabulary.org
The most complete online medical dictionary: 16,436 terms covering anatomy, physiology, pathologies, diagnostic exams, pharmacology and every clinical specialty.
Designed for 3 kinds of users:
- Patients and family who want to understand a diagnosis, a medical report or instructions from a doctor.
- Students of medicine, nursing, physiotherapy and the health professions, dealing with technical terminology.
- Doctors, pharmacists and healthcare workers who need a quick and reliable reference.
Definitions are written in clear, accessible language while keeping the rigor required for professional use. Each term has a dedicated URL, instant autocomplete search, and can be shared on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and via email with one click.
- 100% free
- No registration
- No intrusive ads
- Privacy by design
- Mobile friendly
Disclaimer: the content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice. If you have doubts about your health, always consult a qualified professional. In case of emergency call your local emergency number (911 in the US, 112 in the EU).
Usher syndrome
Usher syndrome: A genetic disorder characterized by hearing impairment and an eye disorder called retinitis pigmentosa in which vision worsens over time. Some people with Usher syndrome also have balance problems. It is the most common…
Read the definitionRandom terms
Show more- Sleep paralysis A frightening form of paralysis that occurs when a person suddenly finds himself or herself unable to move…
- Cochleae The plural of cochlea
- MD Abbreviation for the Latin Medicinae Doctor, Doctor of Medicine
- Rib >True ribs: The first seven ribs attach to the sternum (the breast bone) in the front and are known as true…
- Biochemical Relating to biochemistry, the application of the tools and concepts of chemistry to living systems…
- Mastalgia Pain in the breast or mammary gland. From the Greek masto-, breast + algos, pain
- Denervation Loss of nerve supply. There are many causes of denervation. Denervation may be due to a disease as, for…
- Cylindromatosis, familial See: Familial cylindromatosis
- Sitophilus granarius See: Granary weevil
- C. botulinum Clostridium botulinum
- Septate Ided: A septate uterus is a one that is divided
- Wymin An alternate spelling of wimmin