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).
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
AA): One of the National Institutes of Health, NIAAA's mission is to 'conduct research focused on improving the treatment and prevention of alcoholism and alcohol-related problems to reduce the enormous health, social, and economic…
Read the definitionRandom terms
Show more- Strontium An earth element and metal with atomic no. 38, atomic wt. 87.62 that is used in a radioactive form for…
- Ribosomal RNA A molecular component of a ribosome, the cell's essential protein factory. Ribosomal RNA (rRNA) fabricates…
- Neuroplasticity The brain's ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections throughout life. Neuroplasticity…
- Nephritis, infective tubulointerstitial Inflammation of the kidney due to infection. Symptoms include nausea, pain in the kidney area, fever, and…
- Nerve, facial The facial nerve is the seventh cranial nerve. It is a mixed nerve that has fibers both going out and coming…
- Epidemiology, clinical Epidemiology focused specifically upon patients. Epidemiology is the study of populations in order to…
- Dermatologist A doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of skin problems.
- Clitoris A small mass of erectile tissue situated at the anterior apex of the vestibule.
- NIH A genetic disease named for the city of Nijmegen (in The Netherlands) with increased chromosome breakage…
- Multiple lentigines syndrome See: LEOPARD syndrome
- Antibacterial Anything that destroys bacteria or suppresses their growth or their ability to reproduce. Heat, chemicals…
- Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) A life-threatening disease involving embolism and thrombosis (plugging) of the small blood vessels in the…