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).
Snake antivenom
See: Snake antivenin. Other spellings: Snake antivenin
Read the definitionRandom terms
Show more- Vasovagal reaction A reflex of the involuntary nervous system that causes the heart to slow down (bradycardia) and that, at the…
- Social worker, clinical See: Licensed clinical social worker
- Release, carpal tunnel A surgical procedure to relieve pressure exerted on the median nerve within the carpal tunnel (the carpal…
- DOTS Stands for Directly Observed Treatment, Short-course. DOTS is a strategy used to reduce the number of…
- Single-masked See: Single-blind
- Group B streptococcus infection A major cause of infections, including infections involving the pregnant woman and her newborn infant. Strep…
- Toddler elbow See: Nursemaid's elbow
- Lysenkoism A theory put forth by a Russian plant-breeder named Trofim Denisovich Lysenko [1898-1976] during the…
- Arcuate nucleus A collection of neurons (nerve cells) in the hypothalamus of the brain. Some arcuate neurons contain dopamine…
- Cough suppressant A drug used to control coughing, particularly with a dry, nagging, unproductive cough
- Nocebo A negative placebo effect as, for example, when patients taking medications experience adverse side effects…
- FDA recalls Recalls: The recall of a defective or possibly harmful product by the US Food & Drug Administration (the…