AGR 331 G Vocabulary

Galactostasis

stopping of milk production in the mother

Gangrenous

necrosis or death of soft tissue due to obstructive circulation usually followed by decomposition and putrefaction

Gastroenteritis

inflammation of the stomach and intestines

Gingivitis

inflammation of the free gum margins close to the teeth

Glaucoma

an eye disease where increased intraocular pressure results in damage to the optic nerve

Gluconeogenesis

the formation of glycogen from fatty acids and proteins

Glycosuria

sugar in urine

Gonadotropin

a hormonal substance that stimulates the function of the testes or the ovaries

Gout

a disease associated with the disposition of uric acid or metabolites within tissue or joints

Granuloma

a chronic inflammatory lesion characterized by an abnormal accumulation of macrophages

Gynecomastia

enlargement of breasts caused by hormonal imbalance or hormone therapy