Your Medical Glossary

Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumour

Gastrointestinal stromal tumour is a cancerous tumour of the…

Urinary incontinence/ Bladder incontinence

Urinary incontinence is a symptom resulting in loss of control of the bladder…

Gallstones (Gall Stones)

Gallstones are solid “stones” which are formed within the gallbladder, an organ…

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) involves symptoms that occur in relation to the menstrual cycle.

Remifentanil

Nexavar

Nexavar is a prescription anti-cancer drug used for the treatment of adult patients…

Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a long term mental illness. The disease is characterised by symptoms…

Cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal)

Gallbladder removal is surgery to remove the gallbladder. Surgery is usually performed if…

Ovariectomy (Oophorectomy)

Oophorectomy is a surgical procedure in which one or both of the…