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Glossary
Our glossary explains some of the medical and legal terms used in palliative care.
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Apnea
Interruptions or very long pauses in breathing. Commonly occurs during sleep.
Apnea
Interruptions or very long pauses in breathing. Commonly occurs during sleep.
Ascites
An abnormal accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity, caused by changes in the way that fluid is moved through the body.
Ascites
An abnormal accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity, caused by changes in the way that fluid is moved through the body.
Aspiration
Breathing a liquid or object into the lungs accidentally.
Aspiration
Breathing a liquid or object into the lungs accidentally.
Bowel obstruction
A partial or complete blockage in the intestines that prevents gas, fluids, or solids from passing normally.
Bowel obstruction
A partial or complete blockage in the intestines that prevents gas, fluids, or solids from passing normally.
Breakthrough pain
A flare of pain that occurs between regular doses of pain medication. Can be moderate to severe.
Breakthrough pain
A flare of pain that occurs between regular doses of pain medication. Can be moderate to severe.