Medical Vocabulary

#581

Cesarean section

Example sentences

1. The baby was born by cesarean section.
2. A cesarean section delivers a baby through an operation.
3. The doctor explained why a cesarean section was needed.

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#582

Miscarriage

Example sentences

1. The patient received medical care after a miscarriage.
2. A miscarriage is the loss of a pregnancy before the baby can survive outside the uterus.
3. The doctor offered support and follow-up after the miscarriage.

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#583

Ectopic pregnancy

Example sentences

1. The scan showed an ectopic pregnancy in a fallopian tube.
2. An ectopic pregnancy develops outside the main part of the uterus.
3. The patient received urgent treatment for the ectopic pregnancy.

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#584

Preeclampsia

Example sentences

1. The patient is receiving care for preeclampsia.
2. Preeclampsia may affect blood pressure during pregnancy.
3. Regular follow-up can help monitor preeclampsia.

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#585

Postpartum

Example sentences

1. The mother attended a postpartum checkup.
2. Postpartum care supports recovery after birth.
3. The nurse discussed postpartum warning signs with the family.

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#586

Lactation

Example sentences

1. Lactation usually begins after childbirth.
2. The nurse provided support with lactation.
3. Good nutrition can support lactation.

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#587

Pediatrics

Example sentences

1. Pediatrics focuses on the health of children.
2. The child was admitted to the pediatrics ward.
3. She works in pediatrics at the hospital.

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#588

Newborn

Example sentences

1. The newborn slept beside the mother.
2. The nurse examined the newborn after delivery.
3. The newborn received routine care at the hospital.

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#589

Neonate

Example sentences

1. The neonate needed special care after birth.
2. A neonate is a baby during the first four weeks of life.
3. The doctor checked the neonate’s breathing and temperature.

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#590

Infant

Example sentences

1. The infant received a routine vaccination.
2. The mother held the infant during the examination.
3. The doctor measured the infant’s weight and length.

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#591

Toddler

Example sentences

1. The toddler began to walk without help.
2. The doctor checked the toddler’s growth and development.
3. A toddler needs close supervision near stairs.

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#592

Premature birth

Example sentences

1. The baby needed special care after a premature birth.
2. A premature birth happens before the pregnancy reaches full term.
3. Good antenatal care may reduce some risks linked to premature birth.

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#593

Birth weight

Example sentences

1. The nurse recorded the baby’s birth weight.
2. A low birth weight may require extra medical care.
3. The doctor compared the birth weight with the baby’s age.

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#594

Developmental milestone

Example sentences

1. Sitting without support is an important developmental milestone.
2. The doctor asked when the child reached each developmental milestone.
3. Children may reach the same developmental milestone at different times.

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#595

Growth chart

Example sentences

1. The nurse added the child’s weight to the growth chart.
2. A growth chart helps follow a child’s growth over time.
3. The doctor reviewed the growth chart with the parents.

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#596

Immunization

Example sentences

1. The child received an immunization at the clinic.
2. Immunization protects children from several serious diseases.
3. The nurse checked the immunization record.

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#597

Congenital anomaly

Example sentences

1. Tests helped confirm a congenital anomaly.
2. The doctor explained how a congenital anomaly affects a body structure or function present at birth.
3. The treatment plan focused on managing a congenital anomaly.

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#598

Jaundice of the newborn

Example sentences

1. The doctor diagnosed the patient with jaundice of the newborn.
2. Jaundice of the newborn can affect bilirubin in a newborn’s blood.
3. The patient received treatment for jaundice of the newborn.

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#599

Colic

Example sentences

1. The patient is receiving care for colic.
2. Colic may affect an infant’s comfort.
3. Regular follow-up can help monitor colic.

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#600

Weaning

Example sentences

1. The family began weaning the baby slowly.
2. Weaning is the process of moving from breast milk to other foods.
3. The nurse gave advice about safe weaning.

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