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Topic: Health

hepatic

IPA: /hɪˈpætɪk/

KK: /hɪˈpætɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the liver or having characteristics of the liver.

Example: The doctor explained that hepatic function is crucial for overall health.

noun

Definition: A substance or drug that has an effect on the liver.

Example: The doctor prescribed a hepatic medication to help with the patient's liver condition.

hepatitis

IPA: /ˌhɛpəˈtaɪtɪs/

KK: /hɛpəˈtaɪtɪs/

noun

Definition: A medical condition where the liver becomes inflamed, often due to infection or toxins, leading to symptoms like jaundice, fever, and abdominal pain.

Example: Hepatitis can be caused by viruses, alcohol, or certain medications.

hepatize

IPA: /ˈhɛpəˌtaɪz/

KK: /hɛpəˌtaɪz/

verb

Definition: To fill or saturate with a substance, often referring to the lungs or other organs becoming filled with fluid or matter.

Example: The doctor explained how the disease could hepatize the lungs, making them less effective at breathing.

hepatocellular

IPA: /ˌhɛp.ə.toʊˈsɛl.jə.lər/

KK: /hɛpəˈtoʊsɛljələr/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the cells found in the liver.

Example: The doctor explained that hepatocellular damage can lead to serious health issues.

hepatocyte

IPA: /ˈhɛpətoʊsaɪt/

KK: /ˈhɛpətoʊsaɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of cell found in the liver that plays a key role in various metabolic processes.

Example: Hepatocytes are essential for detoxifying harmful substances in the body.

hepatoma

IPA: /hɛpəˈtoʊmə/

KK: /hɛpəˈtoʊmə/

noun

Definition: A type of tumor that forms in the liver, often associated with cancer.

Example: The doctor diagnosed him with hepatoma after reviewing the test results.

hepatomegaly

IPA: /ˌhɛpəˈtoʊmɪɡəli/

KK: /hɛpəˈtoʊmɪɡəli/

noun

Definition: An abnormal increase in the size of the liver, which can indicate various health issues.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with hepatomegaly after reviewing her medical tests.

hepatotoxic

IPA: /ˌhɛpəˈtɒksɪk/

KK: /hɛpəˈtɑksɪk/

adjective

Definition: Something that is harmful or damaging to the liver.

Example: Certain medications can be hepatotoxic and may cause liver damage if taken in high doses.

hepatotoxicity

IPA: /ˌhɛpətoʊkˈsɪsɪti/

KK: /hɛpəˌtoʊkˈsɪsɪti/

noun

Definition: The ability of a substance to cause harm or damage to the liver.

Example: Certain medications can lead to hepatotoxicity if taken in high doses.

herbal

IPA: /ˈhɜːr.bəl/

KK: /ˈhɜrbl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or made from plants, especially those used for cooking or medicine.

Example: She prefers herbal tea over regular tea because of its natural flavors.

noun

Definition: A type of book that focuses on plants, particularly those that have medicinal or culinary uses.

Example: She bought an herbal to learn more about the healing properties of different plants.

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