Lexicon

Aden –

Aden- Relating to a gland. Eg: adenoma.

Aden’s Ulcer

Aden’s Ulcer An acute, specific, necrosis of the skin and subcutaneous tissues, which is endemic in tropical regions.

Adenocarcinoma

Adenocarcinoma Cancer that starts in the glandular cells in the lining of the oesophagus. This usually forms in the lower part of the oesophagus.  

Adenocele

Adenocele A tumour that may develop in the glands.

Adenography

Adenography The science of the description of glands.  

Adenoid

Adenoid 1) The masses of lymphoid tissue located at the backof the nose and the upper part of the throat. 2) Of or resembling a gland.

Adenoid Hypertrophy

Adenoid Hypertrophy Enlarged adenoids due to infection of the throat or nose.  

Adenology

Adenology The branch of medicine concerned with the study of glands.

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