Abbreviations

Inflammatory bowel disease

A group of inflammatory conditions in the intestines

Irritable bowel syndrome

A disorder of the digestive system characterized by chronic bloating, discomfort, abdominal pain, and altered bowel habits

Learning disability

Any number of diagnosable disabilities that affect a person’s ability to learn specific skills, such as reading, writing, speaking, or math

Muscular dystrophy

A group of muscle diseases that weaken and interfere with movement

Myocardial infarction

A serious medical condition where blood flow to the heart is abruptly blocked, causing damage or death to heart muscle tissue due to oxygen deprivation

Magnetic resonance imaging

A medical imaging technique that uses a strong magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the organs and issues inside the body

Multiple sclerosis

A condition in which the body cannot properly send electrical messages to various parts, thereby limiting functionality

Osteoarthritis

A disorder that results in the degeneration of joints, which are the locations where bones connect in the body

Obsessive-compulsive disorder

A mental health disorder characterized by obsessive behaviors meant to ease anxieties

Pulmonary embolism

The blockage of one of the main parts of the lungs, which are the parts of the body that support breathing