Protein antibodies used by the immune system to block and neutralize foreign material such as viruses and bacteria

Operation to remove one lobe of the brain.There are four lobes on each side of the brain:Frontal, Temporal, Parietal, Occiptal

Vertical groove that goes from the middle of the upper lip to the middle of the nasal septum is long .

Spine curves forward; also called "swayback".

Lower than normal pressure of blood in the arteries.

Lower that normal blood glucose; may cause hunger, nervousness, fatigue, sweating or moodiness.

Network of tiny vessels in tissue that carry a clear fluid called lymph into veins and back to the heart.

Excess fluid collects in the tissues causing swelling, usually of the arms or legs.

Increased production of a type of white blood cell rare tumors or normally.

Cells responsible for immune responses. There are two main types of lymphocytes: B cells and T cells. The B cells make antibodies that attack bacteria and toxins while the T cells attack body cells themselves when they have been taken over by viruses.

Radiography of the lymphatic channels and lymph nodes after injection of radiopaque material (dye).

Diagnostic technique in which a two-dimensional picture of the lymphatic system is produced through the detection of radiation emitted by a radioactive substance administered into the body.

An imaging technique designed to view the major arteries of the brain.

Noninvasive radiologic diagnostic technique that produces computerized images of internal body tissues with magnetism, radio waves, & a computer.

Noninvasive technique that detects and records the magnetic field associated with electrical activity in the brain.

Abnormality in the coming together of teeth; teeth not aligned properly.

Test to measure the pressure of vapors and gases.

Gentle massage treatment intended by proponents to encourage the natural circulation of the lymph through the body. MLD uses a specific amount of pressure (less than 9 ounces per square inch) and rhythmic circular movements to stimulate lymph flow.

Causes fever, rash, cough, runny nose and watery eyes. It can also cause ear infections and brain swelling problems and even death.

(MCV4) protects against 4 strains ("types") of bacterial meningitis caused by the bacteria N. meningitidis. Bacterial meningitis is an infection of the fluid around the brain and spinal cord. It is a serious illness that can cause high fever, headache, stiff neck and confusion. It can also cause more serious blindness. Children should get the MCV4 vaccine at 11 to 12 years of age. Children older than 12 years of age who have not received the vaccine should receive it before starting high school.

Predictably timed period (menstrual cycle) every month.

Lab work that provides your doctor with information on the status of your kidneys, blood sugar, electrolyte & acid/base balance.

Small head size for age.

Surgery under a microscope.

Neuromuscular disease.

Heart valve abnormality.

Vaccine to protect against the measles, mumps and rubella.

Causes fever, headache and painful swelling of one or both of the major saliva glands. Mumps can lead to meningitis (infection of the coverings of the brain and spinal cord) and, very rarely, to brain swelling. Rarely, it can cause the testicles of boys or men to swell, which can make them unable to have children.

Involuntary tensing and stiffness of muscles.

Permanent change, a structural alteration in the DNA or RNA.

Seizure characterized by jerking movements of a muscle or muscle group without loss of consciousness.

Tube that is passed through the nose and down through the nasopharynx & esophagus into the stomach.

Ability to see near objects more clearly than distant objects. (AKA: Myopia)

Whole body inflammatory blood infection that occurs in an infant younger than ninety days old.

Doctor who specializes in diseases of the brain, spinal cord, nerves and muscles.

Sleep disorder in which a person quickly awakens from sleep in a terrified state.

Characterized by high verbal skills but experiences challenges with processing non-verbal information.

Collection of fluid beneath the fetal skin in the region of the fetal neck and is present in all fetuses in early pregnancy.

Diagnosed anxiety disorder in which people have thoughts, feelings, ideas, sensations, or behaviors that make them feel driven to do something.

The brain lobe at the most posterior (back) part of the brain. Deals with vision.

Professional specialist in development of fine motor skills.

Doctor who specializes in diseases of the eye.

Pattern of disobedient, hostile, & defiant behaviors towards authority figures.

Medication taken by mouth.

Directed at improving oral awareness, muscle strength, range of motion, and coordination.

Custom made mechanical device to correct a problem with body strength or structure.

Tiny sound reflected back out of the ear in response to a loud noise. Used for hearing diagnosis.

Abnormal rotation of the ankle.

Uncontrolled fear reaction, usually accompanied by sweating, rapid heart rate and shortness of breath.

Repeated panic attacks to the point of disrupting normal life activities.