Category: P

  • Pharyngomycosis

    Disease of the pharynx caused by fungi.  

  • Pharyngomaxillary

    Concerning the pharynx and maxillae.  

  • Pharyngography

    Radiographical examination of the pharynx after ingestion of a contrast medium.  

  • Pharyngoesophageal

    Concerning the pharynx and esophagus.  

  • Pharyngitis herpetica

    Pharyngitis characterized by formation of vesicles and ulcers.  

  • Pharyngitis

    Inflammation of the mucous membranes and lymphoid tissues of the pharynx, usually as a result of infection. An inflammatory condition affecting the throat, characterized by dryness and discomfort. Sydenham’s chorea, commonly set in motion by a streptococcal infection-induced pharyngitis, typically acts as the primary catalyst. Soreness in the throat caused by acute or persistent inflammation…

  • Pharmacy technician

    A technician who assists the pharmacist in certain activities such as medication profile reviews for drug incompatibilities, typing of prescription labels, prescription packaging, handling of purchase records, and inventory control, and may, where state law and hospital policy permit, dispense drugs to patients under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.  

  • Pharmacovigilance

    The analysis, detection, and prevention of adverse effects caused by medications.  

  • Pharmacoresistant

    Unresponsive to drug therapy. The term is used to describe refractory infections or tumors.  

  • Pharmacomania

    An abnormal desire to give or take medicines.