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Topic: Health

proprioception

IPA: /ˌproʊpriəˈsɛpʃən/

KK: /proʊˌpri.oʊˈsɛp.ʃən/

noun

Definition: The ability to sense the position and movement of your body parts without looking at them.

Example: Athletes often rely on proprioception to improve their balance and coordination during sports.

proprioceptive

IPA: /ˌproʊ.pri.oʊˈsɛp.tɪv/

KK: /proʊˌpraɪ.oʊ.sɛp.tɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the body's ability to sense its position and movement in space.

Example: The proprioceptive system helps us maintain balance while walking.

proprioceptor

IPA: /ˌproʊpriˈoʊsɛptər/

KK: /proʊˈpraɪoʊˌsɛptər/

noun

Definition: A type of sensory receptor located in muscles, tendons, joints, and the inner ear that helps the body sense its position and movement.

Example: Proprioceptors play a crucial role in helping athletes maintain balance and coordination during their performance.

proptosis

IPA: //prɒpˈtoʊsɪs//

KK: /ˈprɒptəsɪs/

noun

Definition: A condition where an organ, particularly the eyeball, is pushed forward from its normal position.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with proptosis after examining her eyes.

prosencephalic

IPA: //prəʊˈsɛn.sɪˌfæl.ɪk//

KK: /prəʊˈsɛn.sɪˌfæl.ɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the front part of the brain, specifically the prosencephalon, which is involved in various functions including sensory processing and higher cognitive functions.

Example: The prosencephalic region of the brain plays a crucial role in decision-making and emotional responses.

prostacyclin

IPA: //prɒstəˈsaɪklɪn//

KK: /prɑːstəˈsaɪklɪn/

noun

Definition: A substance made in blood vessel walls that helps widen blood vessels and prevents blood cells from sticking together.

Example: Prostacyclin plays an important role in regulating blood flow and preventing blood clots.

prostaglandin

IPA: //prɒstɪˈɡlændɪn//

KK: /prɑːstəˈɡlændɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of substance in the body that acts like a hormone and is involved in many important functions, such as regulating blood pressure and inflammation.

Example: Prostaglandins play a key role in the body's response to injury and infection.

prostate

IPA: /ˈprɒsteɪt/

KK: /ˈprɒsteɪt/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the prostate gland, which is a part of the male reproductive system.

Example: The doctor explained the importance of prostate health to his patient.

noun

Definition: A small gland in males that produces fluid that nourishes and transports sperm.

Example: The doctor explained the function of the prostate during the examination.

prostatectomy

IPA: //prɒsˈtektəmi//

KK: /prɑːˈsteɪtɛkəmi/

noun

Definition: A surgical procedure to remove all or part of the prostate gland, often performed to treat prostate cancer or other prostate-related conditions.

Example: After the diagnosis, the doctor recommended a prostatectomy to treat the patient's condition.

prostatic

IPA: /prəʊˈstætɪk/

KK: /prɑˈstætɪk/

adjective

Definition: Connected to the prostate gland, which is a part of the male reproductive system.

Example: The doctor explained the symptoms related to prostatic issues.

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