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Diaphragmatic hernia
Definition:
A diaphragmatic hernia is an abnormal opening in the diaphragm, occurring before birth, that allows part of the abdominal organs to migrate into the chest cavity.
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Diaphragmatic hernia is a multifactorial condition, which means that many factors, both genetic and environmental, are involved.
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Diaphragmatic hernia is a congenital malformation found in approximately one in 2,000 infants.
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The diaphragm is a flexible rubber cup that is filled with spermicide and self-inserted over the cervix prior to intercourse. The device is left in place several hours after intercourse.
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A diaphragm must be placed into the vagina and onto the cervix before sexual intercourse. It can be inserted up to six hours before sex. Some women may use a plastic tool known as an introducer to insert the diaphragm.
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The diaphragm is a dome-shaped rubber cup with a flexible rim. It is used to help prevent pregnancy. Before intercourse the diaphragm is filled with a contraceptive cream or jelly and inserted into the vagina.
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Diaphragmatic breathing helps your lungs expand so that they take in more air. Lie on your back or prop yourself up on several pillows.
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Diaphragms - when used with spermicide - provide some protection against STDs, including chlamydia, gonorrhea, pelvic inflammatory disease and the virus that causes cervical cancer. Diaphragms may also provide some protection against HIV/AIDS.
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diaphragm
1. The dome-shaped respiratory muscle separating the chest from the abdomen. 2. A barrier contraceptive device molded to fit over the cervix.
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DiaphragmA dome-shaped device used to cover the back of a woman's vagina during intercourse in order to prevent pregnancy.
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Diaphragmatic Spasms (Hiccups)
Difficulty Breathing (Shortness of Breath)
Dyspnea (Shortness of Breath)
Hiccups
Noisy Breathing in Adults
Noisy Breathing in Children
Shortness of Breath
SOB (Shortness of Breath) ...
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Smaller than a diaphragm and less noticeable to either partner. Good alternative for women who cannot use the diaphragm because of poor vaginal muscle tone.
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- Those who have diaphragmatic (abdominal) breathing tend to have no menstrual pain. Avoid belts and tight clothing about the waist.
- Adequate exercise is also needed.
- Avoiding constipation is very important.
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For women, using a diaphragm or spermicide for birth control can lead to UTIs by increasing bacteria growth. If you have trouble with UTIs, consider modifying your birth control method.
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paracystic; paracystic pouch; paracystitis; paracystium; paracytic; paradactylum; parade; paradenitis; paradental; paradentium; paradidymal; paradidymis; paradipsia; paradise; paradox; paradoxical; paradoxical contraction; paradoxical diaphragm ...
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congenital hernia of the diaphragm
congenital hip dislocation
congenital hip dysplasia
congenital kidney abnormalities
congenital leukoderma
congenital megacolon
congenital myxedema
congenital protein c or s deficiency ...
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Most patients who present with nodal metastasis above the diaphragm ultimately are documented to have lung cancer, the most common supradiaphragmatic primary malignancy.
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The diaphragm separates the lungs, which are in the chest, from the liver, which is in the abdomen. The liver is one of the most important organs of the body.
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or hiccough, involuntary spasmodic contraction of the diaphragm followed by a sharp intake of air, which is abruptly stopped by a sudden, involuntary closing of the glottis (opening between the vocal cords); ...
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Aortic aneurysm: An outpouching (a local widening) of the largest artery in the body, the aorta, involving that vessel in its course above the diaphragm (thoracic aortic aneurysm) or, more commonly, below the diaphragm (abdominal aortic aneurysm).
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It occurs, rarely, in divers who hold their breath, when the diaphragm moves abruptly in a "gasping" effort. The diaphragm is the main muscle used in breathing.
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Birth control pills, diaphragms (DIE-uh-frams), sponges or foams may stop pregnancy, but they do not stop diseases. Use a sperm-killing gel (spermicide) along with the condom.
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Breathe deeply, from your diaphragm; breathing from your chest won't relax you. Picture your breath coming up from your stomach.
Slowly repeat a calm word or phrase such as "relax" and "take it easy". Repeat it to yourself while breathing deeply.
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It controls the amount of light that enters the eye by opening and closing its central hole (pupil) like the diaphragm in a camera. The iris, cornea, and lens are bathed in a liquid called the aqueous humor, which is somewhat similar to plasma.
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The torso should be erect, with chest up and plenty of room for the diaphragm to move for proper breathing actions.
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The pericardium's outer coat (the parietal pericardium) is tough and thickened, loosely cloaks the heart, and is attached to the central part of the diaphragm and the back of the breastbone.
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Emergency contraception can be used when a condom breaks, if a diaphragm or cervical cap slips out of place during intercourse, after a sexual assault, or any time unprotected intercourse occurs.
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Sexual intercourse, especially if you have multiple partners or use a diaphragm for birth control
Prostate inflammation or enlargement
Narrowed urethra
Immobility (for example, during recovery from a hip fracture)
Not drinking enough fluids ...
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Mark IV respiratory pacemaker Implantable pacemaker delivers electrical impulses to the phrenic nerves for controlling movement of the diaphragm and breathing in ventilator-dependent patients who have brainstem or spinal cord injuries or suffer from ...
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Spermicides are used to increase the effectiveness of condoms and diaphragms. This article provides instructions for how they should be used.
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Lymphoma in which the lymph nodes containing cancer are not next to each other, but are on the same side of the diaphragm (the thin muscle below the lungs that helps breathing and separates the chest from the abdomen).
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The sacrum is the triangular bone made up of five fused vertebrae and forming the posterior section of the pelvis. The thorax is the part of the human body between the neck and the diaphragm, ...
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Special warning should be given to sensitized patients regarding the use of condoms and diaphragms. All health care facilities should have a strategy for managing latex allergy.
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