Pediatric Health Vocabulary

noun a damaging immune response by the body to a substance, especially pollen, fur, a particular food, or dust, to which it has become hypersensitive

• The doctor diagnosed her with a severe peanut allergy.
• I can't eat shellfish because of my allergy.
• I have a pollen allergy, so I hate going outside in the spring.
• His allergy to criticism makes it difficult for him to accept feedback.

noun a movement of the bowels; an act of defecation

• It is important to maintain regular bowel movements for overall digestive health.
• Make sure you're having regular bowel movements to keep your stomach happy.
• I feel so much better after that satisfying bowel movement.
• Having a successful bowel movement can be a relief in more ways than one.

noun a condition in which there is difficulty in emptying the bowels, usually associated with hardened feces

• Constipation is a common digestive issue that can be caused by various factors.
• I hate dealing with constipation, it's so uncomfortable.
• I feel so backed up, must be the constipation kicking in.
• His inability to make a decision felt like a form of mental constipation.

noun a disease caused by a lack of essential nutrients in the diet

• Deficiency diseases are caused by a lack of essential nutrients in the diet.
• If you don't eat enough fruits and vegetables, you could develop a deficiency disease.
• Skipping meals can lead to deficiency diseases, so make sure to eat regularly.
• Neglecting self-care is like inviting deficiency diseases to take over your body.

noun a condition in which feces are discharged from the bowels frequently and in a liquid form

• The patient was diagnosed with acute diarrhea and was prescribed medication.
• I can't come to work today because I have diarrhea.
• I shouldn't have eaten that sketchy street food, now I have the runs.
• The team's performance took a nosedive, metaphorically speaking, like a case of diarrhea in a marathon.

noun a medical condition characterized by yellowing of the skin and eyes, typically caused by liver disease

• The patient presented with icterus, indicating possible liver dysfunction.
• His icterus made his skin look yellow.
• I heard you can get rid of icterus by drinking a lot of water.
• The icterus of corruption tainted the reputation of the entire organization.

noun the state or period of being an infant; very early stage of development

• During infancy, babies rely heavily on their caregivers for all their needs.
• I don't remember much from my infancy, but my parents tell me I was a very calm baby.
• Back in the infancy days of the internet, we had to use dial-up to connect to the web.
• The project is still in its infancy, so we need to give it more time to develop fully.

noun A colloquial term for the stomach or abdominal area.

• She gently massaged her tummy after a hearty meal.
• I shouldn't have eaten that much, my tummy is so full now.
• I can't believe I just ate that whole pizza, my tummy is gonna hate me later.
• His tummy was full of butterflies as he waited for the results of the exam.

noun a medical condition characterized by the body's inability to digest lactose, a sugar found in milk and dairy products

• Lactose intolerance is a condition where the body is unable to properly digest lactose, a sugar found in milk and dairy products.
• I found out I have lactose intolerance after experiencing stomach cramps and bloating every time I drank milk.
• Dude, my stomach can't handle milk anymore, I think I'm lactose intolerant.
• Her intolerance towards lactose was evident when she refused to eat any cheese or ice cream.

adverb in a way that is present from birth or as a result of genetic factors

• The patient was diagnosed with a congenitally inherited heart condition.
• She has been congenitally deaf since birth.
• He's just congenitally lazy, always looking for shortcuts.
• The artist seemed to be congenitally talented, creating masterpieces effortlessly.

noun a medical condition characterized by the stopping of breathing for short periods during sleep

• The patient was diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnoea.
• My uncle snores loudly due to his sleep apnoea.
• I can't fall asleep because of my apnoea acting up.
• The sudden silence in the room was like an apnoea in the conversation.

noun an inflammation of the lymph nodes

• Lymphadenitis is the inflammation of the lymph nodes due to an infection.
• I heard that lymphadenitis can be really painful.
• Dealing with lymphadenitis is a real pain in the neck.
• The lymphadenitis of rumors spread quickly through the small town.

noun the period of life between childhood and adulthood, typically ranging from ages 10 to 19

• Adolescency is a crucial stage of development marked by physical, emotional, and cognitive changes.
• During adolescency, teenagers often experience a lot of ups and downs as they navigate through their teenage years.
• Adolescency can be a real rollercoaster ride with all the changes happening at once.
• The stormy seas of adolescency can be challenging to navigate, but eventually, smoother waters lie ahead.