| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Dehydration |
Occurs when you lose more fluid than you take in, and your body doesn't have enough water and other fluids to carry out its normal functions. |
| Dilated cardiomyopathy |
Condition in which the heart becomes weakened and enlarged and cannot pump blood efficiently. The decreased heart function can affect the lungs, liver, and other body systems. |
| Dizziness or vertigo |
Feeling that you are about to faint or 'pass out' or feeling that you or your surroundings are moving when there is no actual movement. |
| Down Syndrome |
Genetic condition that causes delays in physical and intellectual development. Down syndrome occurs when an individual has a full or partial extra copy of chromosome 21. A few of the common physical traits of Down syndrome are low muscle tone, small statu |
