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Topic: Health

paresthesia

IPA: /ˌpær.ɛsˈθiː.ʒə/

KK: /pɛrˈɛsθiə/

noun

Definition: A feeling on the skin that can include sensations like tingling, burning, or itching, but does not have a clear physical reason.

Example: After sitting in one position for too long, I experienced paresthesia in my legs.

paretic

IPA: /pəˈrɛtɪk/

KK: /pəˈrɛtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to a condition where there is partial loss of movement or weakness in a muscle or group of muscles.

Example: The patient showed paretic symptoms after the stroke, affecting his ability to walk.

pargyline

IPA: //ˈpɑːrɡɪlaɪn//

KK: /ˈpɑrɡəˌlaɪn/

noun

Definition: A chemical compound that inhibits the enzyme monoamine oxidase, often used to treat high blood pressure.

Example: The doctor prescribed pargyline to help manage the patient's hypertension.

parkinsonian

IPA: /ˌpɑːrkɪˈsoʊniən/

KK: /ˌpɑrkɪˈsoʊniən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, which affects movement and coordination.

Example: The patient exhibited parkinsonian symptoms such as tremors and stiffness.

parkinsonism

IPA: /ˈpɑːrkɪnɪzəm/

KK: /ˈpɑrkɪnˌsɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A medical condition that causes symptoms similar to those of Parkinson's disease, such as tremors and stiffness.

Example: The patient was diagnosed with parkinsonism after showing signs of tremors and slow movement.

parosmia

IPA: /pəˈrɒzmiə/

KK: /pæˈrɑzmiə/

noun

Definition: A condition where a person smells things that are not there or has a distorted sense of smell.

Example: After recovering from the virus, she experienced parosmia, making familiar scents smell strange.

parotic

IPA: /pəˈrɒtɪk/

KK: /pæˈrɑtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the area near the external ear or the auditory capsule.

Example: The parotic region is important for understanding the anatomy of the ear.

parotid

IPA: /pəˈrɒtɪd/

KK: /pəˈrɒtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Related to a specific gland located near the ear that produces saliva.

Example: The doctor examined the parotid area for any signs of swelling.

noun

Definition: A large salivary gland located near the jaw that produces saliva.

Example: The doctor examined the patient's parotid gland for any signs of swelling.

parotitis

IPA: //ˌpærəˈtaɪtɪs//

KK: /pærəˈtaɪtɪs/

noun

Definition: A condition where the parotid glands, which are located near the jaw, become swollen and inflamed, often due to infection or disease.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with parotitis after she complained of swelling near her jaw.

paroxetine

IPA: /pəˈrɒksɪtiːn/

KK: /pæˈrɒksɪtiːn/

noun

Definition: A medication used to treat depression and anxiety by increasing serotonin levels in the brain.

Example: The doctor prescribed paroxetine to help manage her depression.

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