AA Physiology Abbreviation

Alopecia Areata

African-American

Anal Aneurysm

Anorexia

An eating disorder characterized by markedly reduced appetite or total aversion to food. Anorexia is a serious psychological disorder. It is a condition that goes well beyond out-of-control dieting. The person with anorexia, most often a girl or young woman, initially begins dieting to lose weight. Over time, the weight loss becomes a sign of mastery and control.

Anesthesia

In the practice of medicine, anesthesia or anaesthesia is a state of temporary induced loss of sensation or awareness. It may include analgesia, paralysis, amnesia, or unconsciousness. A patient under the effects of anesthetic drugs is referred to as being anesthetized.

ascending aorta

First section of the aorta as it leaves the heart and turns upwards. Compare descending aorta

equal part of each

Abdominal Aorta

Aspenice Anesthesiology