T
Tachycardia: Extremely rapid heartbeat – normally applied to over 100 beats per minute.
Thrombosis: Formation of a blood clot (thrombus)
Thrush: Fungal infections usually pertaining to the skin, mucous membranes or respiratory tract.
Tincture: An herbal remedy that is in an alcohol base.
Tracheitis: Inflammation of the trachea.
Tonic: Improves the general performance of the body and its organs.
U
Uterine: Pertains to the uterus.
Urticaria: Acute or chronic skin condition marked by hives, severe itching & elevated red patches.
V
Vaginitis: Inflammation of the vagina.
Vascoconstrictor: Contracts blood vessel walls.
Vasodialator: Dilates blood vessel walls.
Vermifuge: Expulsion of worms from the intestines.
Vesicant: Agent that causes blisters.
Vesicle: Sac containing fluid.
Volatile: Subject to evaporation.
Vulnerary: Prevents tissue degeneration, stops bleeding in open wounds.
