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echocardiography

An ultrasound of the heart that uses sound waves to look at the structures of the heart and check how well they are working.

eczema

Also referred to as atopic dermatitis, eczema is a chronic skin disorder characterized by scaly and itching rashes caused by chronic inflammation. People with eczema often have a family history of allergic conditions.

EEG

An electroencephalogram is a test to detect abnormalities in the electrical activity of the brain. It is used to help diagnose and type siezure disorders; and to evaluate head injuries, tumors, infections and other disturbances of the brain.

encephalitis

Inflammation of the brain

endocarditis

Infections of the valves of the heart.

enzyme

A protein that speeds up chemical reactions in the body.

epilepsy

A brain disorder involving recurrent seizures.