DocGenie Medical Glossary: Understand Health Terms Easily

What is Heartburn?

Heartburn is a burning sensation in the chest caused by stomach acid rising into the esophagus. See more

What is Hematocrit?

Hematocrit (Hct) is the percentage of red blood cells (RBCs) in your blood. See more

What is Hypertension?

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a condition where the force of blood against artery walls is consistently too high. See more

What is Intravenous?

Intravenous (IV) refers to the administration of fluids, medications, or nutrients directly into a vein. See more

What is Macrosomia?

Macrosomia refers to a newborn with a birth weight significantly larger than average, typically over 4,000 to 4,500 grams (8.8 to 9.9 pounds). See more

Medical Glossary Decoded