Epicondylitis
... , also commonly called "pitcher's elbow," caused by the repetitive
action associated with p itching a ball, which may tear and stretch muscle s ... known as lateral epicondylitis . Tennis is not the only culprit. Any
action that involves repetitive twisting of the wrist or forearm such as using a ...
Histamine
... eating the offending food . Histamine H-2 receptor blockers stop the
action of histamine on the gastric parietal cells, inhibiting the secretion ... and nocturnal gastric acid secretion by competitive inhibition of the
action of histamine at histamine H2 receptor sites on the parietal cells. ...
Traction
... Nervousness causes the muscle s to tighten up. It is the peristaltic
action - involuntary con traction of the intestinal walls - that moves faeces through the colon . If the peristaltic
action is weak or in severe cases does not occur at all, constipation results. ...
Vitamin K
... by reducing the effects of vitamin K . Medications that can affect the
action of blood -thinners (such as warfarin) and vitamin K , which in turn ... that contain large amounts of vitamin K - can alter the blood -thinning
action of warfarin. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for a list of these foods . ...
Actinic keratosis
... actinic keratosis (ak-TIN-ik ker-a-TOE-sis) A precancerous condition of thick, scaly patches of skin . Also called solar or senile keratosis.
action study ... Actinic keratosis A crusty, scaly pre- cancer ous skin lesion caused by damage from the sun. Frequently treated with cryotherapy. ...
Adoption
... by the adoption of a teetotal lifestyle. If your state's certificate does not allow the identification of CNM-attended birth s, develop an
action plan for adoption of the U.S. Standard Certificate. ...
Agoraphobia
... of open spaces) may be too anxious to leave their house. Obsessive-compulsive disorder occurs when an individual relentlessly pursues a thought or
action in order to relieve anxiety . panic disorder with or without agoraphobia - an unpredictable, unexpected period of intense fear or discomfort ...
Aldosterone
... and water loss through the kidney s and so helps control blood pressure . Cortisol (or hydrocortisone) and corticosterone. Aldosterone 's
action may be impeded by drugs, including diuretics used to treat congestive heart failure such as spironolactone or eplerenone ... Aldolase ...
Alpha
... ("cis" deletion) or one from each ("trans" deletion). Alpha blocker: A drug that blocks receptors in arteries and smooth muscle . This
action relaxes the blood vessels and leads to an increase in blood flow and a lower pressure for the control of hypertension . Alpha -feto protein ...
Anoscopy
... polyp s), inflammation , bleeding , hemorrhoids , ... ANOSCOPY : A visual examination of the anal canal with an anoscope. ANTAGONISM: Opposing
action between agents (eg, drugs), or when the combined effect is less than the effect of one of the agents alone. ANTENATAL: See Prenatal . Anoscopy : ...
Arthritis
... drugs. A substance that is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis , and is being studied in the treatment of cancer . Anakinra blocks the
action of interleukin 1 (IL-1). It belongs to the family of drugs called interleukin receptor antagonists. Other causes include injury to the jaw , ...
Asthma in children
... fact that asthma accounts for more hospitalization s in children than any other chronic illness. Asthma in children : Creating an asthma
action plan Recognizing childhood asthma : An interview with a Mayo Clinic specialist Ask a Specialist Asthma attacks in children: When to go to the ...
Bacterial Infections
... the infected tissue to attack the bacteria . SULFA DRUG : A sulfonamide drug used to treat bacterial infections . These drugs inhibit the
action of p-aminobenzoic acid , a substance bacteria need in order to reproduce. Then, as damage to the immune system increases, additional problems ...
Belching
... pectoris ( cardiac pain ). Heartburn and difficulty belching are common. Symptoms usually get steadily worse. If the normal digestive
action of the stomach slows, food sits in the stomach for too long. This build up - or pooling - of food and stomach secretions results in the ...
Bleeding
... difficulties. Occurs when a low blood volume (due to severe bleeding , excessive fluid loss or inadequate fluid uptake), inadequate pumping
action of the heart or excessive dilation of the blood vessel walls ( vasodilation ) causes low blood pressure . There is a group of disorders ...
Boil
... also be red and swollen. * Boil wash children's soft toys which are taken to bed. Alternatively, bag them and put them in the freezer. Either
action will kill and dust mites which can inhabit these toys in large numbers. - Has a boil that has not come to a head in five days Excerpt from THE ...
Carbohydrates
... ... Fibres in foods are known as complex carbohydrates . There are various types of fibre, but, for the purpose of evaluating the protective
action in the prevention of cancer s, researchers at the American Health Foundation, Valhalla, New York, ... Eat small meals high in complex ...
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
... , in which someone's breathing or heart beat has stopped. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation : The emergency substitution of heart and lung
action to restore life to someone who appears dead. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) What is CPR? CPR stands for cardiopulmonary resuscitation . ...
Cerebellum
... via CSF pathways. The cerebellum helps co-ordinate movement , muscle s, balance and posture. Both brain stem and cerebellum work by reflex
action - no thinking is involved. Disease s that damage the cerebellum , spinal cord, and peripheral nerve s (connecting the cerebellum to the ...
Concomitant
... disease control, ... It is believed to have increased metabolic stability in comparison to GEM 91 with concomitant increased duration of
action which offers the possibility of lower and less frequent dosing. Diarrhea is a concomitant of many infectious diseases , especially typhoid ...
Congestive Heart Failure
... heart failure , also known as CHF, is a condition in which a weakened heart cannot pump enough blood to body organ s. Since the pumping
action of the heart is reduced, blood backs up into certain body tissue s. What is going on in the body? Alternate Names : Congestive Heart Failure ...
Consumption
... alcohol consumption during pregnancy may cause fetal alcohol effects. For example, alcohol consumption reduces ADH production by direct
action on the brain, resulting in a temporarily increased production of urine . In people with diabetes , excessive consumption of protein may be ...
Contraception
... control that act at different points in the process. Effective contraception involves the ability to think abstractly, plan ahead, and take
action including visiting a clinic or doctor. Young adolescents may not have reached the developmental stage in which they can organ ize a plan. ...
Coronary arteries
... called angina . What is going on in the body? The coronary arteries do not have any significant narrowing or blockage. The heart 's pumping
action (ejection fraction) is normal, and pressures inside the heart chambers and blood vessels are normal. The heart valves are working normally. ...
Digoxin
... pressure drugs, and heart drugs such as digoxin , steroids and sedatives. The potassium -lowering effect of loop diuretics can upset the
action of anti -arrhythmic drugs (for regulating the heart beat) and increase the toxic ity of digoxin (also used for regulating the heart beat) ... ...
Dystonia
... s, twisting and abnormal postures. An estimated 300,000 people in North America have dystonia . DYSTONIA - Acute involuntary muscle
action which may include any combination of the following: facial grimacing, abnormal eye movements , or opisthotonus ( spasm of the body where the head ...
Esophageal manometry
... Esophageal manometry Definition: Esophageal manometry is a test to measure the motor
action of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) and esophageal body. Esophageal Manometry See all Pictures & Images Why is the Test Performed? The ...
Environmental Health
... is hardly a day in the menstrual cycle during which some women are not potentially fertile" (for the full article click here). Lights, chemicals,
action at new lab for phototoxicology. Environmental Health Perspectives. Volume 108, number 5, May 2000. Section 10, chapter 110: Principles of ...
Eye movements
... , tearing , light sensitivity, and occasionally sore throat and nighttime cough . TREATMENT " ... DYSTONIA - Acute involuntary muscle
action which may include any combination of the following: facial grimacing, abnormal eye movements , or opisthotonus ( spasm of the body where the head ...
Fibrinogen
... stimulate coagulation of the blood . Fibrinogen (factor I) is converted to fibrin , in the formation of a blood clot , via the enzymatic
action of thrombin. A fibrinogen assay measures the concentration of fibrinogen in the blood and may be used to evaluate abnormal blood clotting. ...
Food
... be helpful. Food Home & Garden Diet & Fitness How well do you know your holiday hors d'oeuvres? By Dana Jacobi ... Food -Safe School s
action Guide This guide presents strategies for preventing school -based foodborne ... Crisis Preparedness & Response School s have a key ...
Foxglove
... Willow-Leaved Foxglove ( Foxglove ) ... It is gentle and appropriate for home use, unlike foxglove ( Digit alis purpurea), an herb whose
action on the heart is too potent for use without super vision by a qualified practitioner. ...
Gamma
... by depressing the part of the brain, called the reticular activating system, that regulates how active the brain is. They do this by increasing the
action of a substance called gamma -aminobutyric acid (GABA), ... 5 million in 2000. Emergency department visits related to the drug gamma ...
Gland
... women, and tumor s in the genitourinary organ s of both males and females. Plenaxis (abarelix depot) A peptide antagonist that inhibits the
action of gonad otropin-releasing hormone (a.k.a. luteinizing hormone -releasing hormone ) on the pituitary gland , ... Lots of skin cells can ...
Gonad
... strip. It usually takes one or two minutes for the strip to indicate the result. Plenaxis (abarelix depot) A peptide antagonist that inhibits the
action of gonad otropin-releasing hormone (a.k.a. luteinizing hormone -releasing hormone ) on the pituitary gland , ... Gonad otropin-releasing ...
Hand
... get the message leave the area and the relationship. Other compulsive behavior s include counting (often while performing another compulsive
action such as hand washing), repeating, hoarding, and endlessly rearranging objects in an effort to keep them in precise alignment with each other. ...
Hamstring
... Quadriceps strain ' The quadriceps are a large group of muscle s in the front of the thigh that straighten out the knee , the opposite
action from the hamstring s. Quadriceps strain is a common injury in runners. tight quadriceps (front thigh) muscle s tight hamstring s (back ...
Heart failure
... heart failure , also known as CHF, is a condition in which a weakened heart cannot pump enough blood to body organ s. Since the pumping
action of the heart is reduced, blood backs up into certain body tissue s. What is going on in the body? Heart failure , also called congestive ...
Herniated disc
... such strain ? In this article
What is it? A slipped disc is also known as a herniated disc . The term " slipped disc " comes from the
action of the nuclear tissue when it is forced from the center of the disc. These disorders include a herniated disc , amyotrophic lateral sclerosis ...
Hospice
... either at home, in freestanding facilities, or within hospital s. host cell ... go for maximum quality of life Other Determine the best
action or compromise for you Make medical/home support key contacts list (Work Sheet No. 2) Emergency Doctors Caregivers Nursing services Pharmacies ...