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Vision

...ip re vision surgery involves the repair of an artificial hip joint that has been damaged or loosened over time or as the result of infection . Full article >>> The Di vision of Accreditation The ACNM Di vision of Accreditation (DOA) has been recognized by the as a programmatic accredi...

Viral Infections

...hat reduce redness and swelling ) Lubricants and artificial tear preparations Drugs for glaucoma ... Full article >>> RIBAVIRIN - One of a new class of drugs used to treat viral infections called nucleocide analogues. These drugs interfere in a specific way with the mechanisms used by vir...

Vascular

... cochlea r] implants, brain aneurysm clips, some artificial heart valves, pacemaker s, older vascular stent s) are not compatible with MRI . Full article >>> Kawasaki disease affects the vascular system, and is now the main cause of acquired heart disease in children. It is most co...

Systemic

...system. Full article >>> Stoma An artificial opening between two cavities or between a cavity and the surface of the body. Stomatitis Temporary inflammation and soreness of the mouth. Systemic disease A disease that affects the entire body instead of a specific organ . Full articl...

Surfactant

...iene products. Full article >>> An artificial lung surfactant is sometimes delivered through an endotracheal tube into the lungs of an infant at high risk for respiratory di stress syndrome immediately after birth . Full article >>> IRDS is caused by a lack, in the i...

Sweeteners

...es on the possible connection between cancer and artificial sweeteners . NCI Fact Sheet 3.19 ... Full articl...uices, dairy products, spicy foods , sugar , and artificial sweeteners in your diet . These foods in larger quantities can irritate the bladder . Drink p...

Sunburn

... the skin caused by actinic rays from the sun or artificial sources. Full article >>> Sunburn : First aid Signs and symptoms of sunburn usually appear within a few hours of exposure, bringing pain , redness, swelling and occasional blister ing. Full article >>> Sunburn ...

Stomatitis

...s , ... Full article >>> Stoma An artificial opening between two cavities or between a cavity and the surface of the body. Stomatitis Temporary inflammation and soreness of the mouth. Systemic disease A disease that affects the entire body instead of a specific organ . Full articl...

Stoma

...he end. Full article >>> Stoma An artificial opening between two cavities or between a cavity and the surface of the body. Stoma titis Temporary inflammation and soreness of the mouth. Systemic disease A disease that affects the entire body instead of a specific organ . Full arti...

Sputum

...the body. Steroids A type of hormone . Stoma An artificial opening between two cavities or between a cavity and the surface of the body. Full article >>>...

Skin graft

...tment may include transplantation of natural or artificial skin graft s. Full article >>> Stitches are used to close the wound. If necessary, pressure is applied to the site until the bleeding stops. The wound is then covered with a bandage or sterile dressing . If the excision is larg...

Schistosomiasis

...ing ; excessive consumption of caffeine and/or artificial sweeteners ; history of schistosomiasis (a tropical disease ); ... Full article >>> Pulmonary hypertension caused by disorders directly affecting the pulmonary blood vessels This type of pulmonary hypertension is cause...

Resuscitation

...ing in someone who's apparently dead. Also called artificial respiration . retardation ... Full article ...tation , usually known as CPR, provides temporary artificial breathing and circulation . It can de liver a limited amount of blood and oxygen to the brai...

Prosthesis

...article >>> Metallic Prosthesis An artificial metallic implant can be manufactured to replace th... Full article >>> In many cases, an artificial body part called a prosthesis can be made. It is fitted to your body to take the place of the ampu...

Prostatectomy

...land ). Incontinence can sometimes be managed by artificial sphincter s. These are synthetic cuffs that are surgically placed around the urethra to help retain urine . Full article >>> Six different types of urinary incontinence are recognised - stress , urge, mixed, neurogenic, overflow...

Patent foramen ovale

...2;>> valve problems, including having an artificial heart valve, a repaired heart valve, heart valve disease such as mitral valve prolapse , or narrowing ( stenosis ) of a heart valve. Infection of the heart valves ( endocarditis ). A patent foramen ovale , ... Full article >...

Pacemaker

... cochlea r] implants, brain aneurysm clips, some artificial heart valves, pacemaker s, older vascular stent s) are not compatible with MRI . Full article >>> The SA node , the natural pacemaker of the heart , starts the electrical signals and transmits them to the AV node . The AV ...

Ostomy

... COL OSTOMY - The surgical construction of an artificial anus between the colon and the surface of the abdomen . Full article >>> Empty your ostomy bag when it gets to be one-third full. That way it won't bulge under your clothes. Work with your ostomy nurse to find the ostomy po...

Ocular

...n ocular ist makes ophthalmic prostheses, such as artificial eyes . What is an orthoptist? Full article >>> bin ocular Using both eyes at the same time. Bin ocular vision is the most important element of depth perception. biopsy ... Full article >>> Intra ocular pres...

Moles

...oles . Exposure to natural sunlight. Exposure to artificial ultraviolet light (tanning booth). Family or personal history of melanoma . Being white and older than 20 years. Red or blond hair . White or light-colored skin and freckles. Full article >>> Hydatidiform mole s arise in an ext...

Milk

...2; How to read a label for a milk -free diet : artificial butter flavor butter, butter fat , buttermilk casein caseinates (ammonium, calcium , magnesium, potassium , sodium ) cheese, cottage cheese, curds cream custard, pudding ghee Half and Half ... Full article >>> Milk - huma...

Knee joint replacement

...inful damaged or disease d knee joint with an artificial joint ( prosthesis ). Pictures & Images Knee Joint Replacement Prosthesis ... Full article >>> Knee joint replacement - series Definition: Arthritis involves inflammation of one or more joints and the breakdown of ca...

Kidney infection

...k plenty of pure water. Avoid coffee, alcohol, and artificial drinks. Full article >>> Urine and kidney infection s can also cause stones to develop.2,3 How common are kidney stones ? Full article >>> UTIs, including kidney infection s, are rarely serious when they occur in ot...

Knee

...inful damaged or disease d knee joint with an artificial joint ( prosthesis ). Pictures & Images Knee Joint Replacement Prosthesis ... Full article >>> The knee has 15 bursa e, fluid-filled sacs that act as shock absorbers and protect the bones, joints and tendon s from t...

Joints

... replacement to replace a damaged joint with an artificial joint . Full article >>> If your joints are chronic ally swollen, painful and stiff, consult your GP. What does this mean to me? Full article >>> Hip and knee joints can become stiff and painful due to arthrit...

Intrauterine

... it differ from IVF? Q. What can you tell me about artificial insemination ? How is it different from IVF? Annette/ New York ... Full article >>> The intrauterine device( IUD ) is a method for women who have already had children.It is a small plastic device inserted into the uterus (womb). I...

Intra

... it differ from IVF? Q. What can you tell me about artificial insemination ? How is it different from IVF? Annette/ New York ... Full article >>> Recurrent Intra ocular Melanoma The prognosis for any patient with recurring or relapsing disease is poor, regardless of cell type or stage. ...

Insemination

... it differ from IVF? Q. What can you tell me about artificial insemination ? How is it different from IVF? Anne...#62; ANNOUNCER: Other treatment s would include artificial insemination and hormone therapy, but no matter what treatment you choose, the best advice is ...

Incompetent

...ally incompetent , then he or she no longer wants artificial life-sustaining measures. Full article >>> Besides, in the most severe cases of schizophrenia or other causes of dementia , there are legal steps for having the individual judged incompetent . Full article >>> Regur...

Hyperactivity

...s condition is related to sugar intake or use of artificial sweeteners by children. Full article >>> Hyperactivity -impulsive behavior Often fidgets with hands or feet or squirms in seat Often leaves seat in the classroom or in other situations where remaining seated is expected ... Full...

Hip Replacement

... joint are completely removed and replaced with artificial materials. Full article >>> Hip re...nd severe arthritis . With current technology, an artificial hip should last at least 10 to 15 years. Full article >>> Prophylaxis of deep vein...

Heart block

... be maintained by implanted electrodes that act as artificial pacemaker s. Full article >>> Multi focal atria l tachycardia Paroxysm al supra ventricular tachycardia Wolff- Parkinson -White syndrome Sinus tachycardia Sinus bradycardia Bradycardia associated with heart blo...

Headaches

... or other symptoms after eating foods containing artificial sweeteners . These people should also avoid the artificial sweeteners since they are not a required part of the diet . Full article >>> Usual...

Headache

... or other symptoms after eating foods containing artificial sweeteners . These people should also avoid the artificial sweeteners since they are not a required part of the diet . Full article >>>...

Hair Loss

...and fitting stockings, collars, wigs, supports and artificial replacements for body parts removed by surgery . Full article >>> Hair loss is permanent. Prevention If you begin to lose hair in a hereditary pattern, you may be able to prevent further hair loss by using minoxidil (Rogaine) ...

Hair

...and fitting stockings, collars, wigs, supports and artificial replacements for body parts removed by surgery . Full article >>> Hair is like the uppermost layer of the epidermis and has several protective roles. Head hair insulates, eyelashes and nose and ear hairs keep out foreign objects...

Fits

... around the bladder neck (or anal canal for the artificial rectal sphincter ) A pressure regulating balloon A pump that inflates the cuff ... Full article >>> This formula fits very well with the basic advice health advice of 20-30 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise at least three t...

Fertilization

...s so low that the only means of fertilization is artificial insemination . - If a varicocele is the problem, it must be treated by surgery . Full article >>> 1. A fleshy, pigmented skin blemish. 2. A mass of uterine tissue formed by a failure of the normal fertilization process during...

Feeding

...l want antibiotic therapy, IV fluid therapy, and artificial feeding through a tube. Full article >>> While this may sound drastic, experience has shown that tube feeding is often the best way to be sure that your child gets the full supply of fluid and nutrients he needs to promote growth a...

Endocarditis

...ommon in people who have a damaged, disease d, or artificial heart valve. See an illustration of endocarditi...ndocarditis , ... Full article >>> artificial heart valve, a ventricular septal defect, and an atrial septal defect that hasn't been repaired....

Emergency

...s may begin immediately, including placement of an artificial airway ( breathing tube) and assistance with breathing . You will likely be hospital ized in intensive care. Full article >>> Emergency contraception can be used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex. This article detai...

Ear infections

...ticle >>> of chewing gum contain the artificial sweetener xylitol, research by Professor Matti Uhari of University of Oulu shows children who chewed gum (and other products) with xylitol as a sweetener five times a day suffered 40% fewer middle ear infections ... Full article >>> ...

Dyes

...- Coal tar dyes are highly carcinogen ic. All artificial colors, flavors, and odors are made from coal tar . You will find them in all soft drinks, cosmetics, and many medicines. Full article >>> This noninvasive test, which doesn't expose you to radiation or dyes , uses sound waves to p...

Dry Eyes

...>>> When dry eyes don't respond to artificial tears alone, some people may worry that they have ...opment of teeth . Full article >>> artificial tears to help with dry eyes saliva stimulants and mouth lubricants for dry mouth anti -inflam...

Drug abuse

... intravenous drug abuse , sickle cell disease , artificial joint implants, recent joint trauma , ... Full article >>> Examples of headlines in UK newspapers and websites included " Vaccine slows the progress of prostate cancer ", "Now it's a jab to stop you smoking ", " Vaccine could ...

Diethylstilbestrol

...reast and other reproductive organ s. This is an artificial sex hormone widely used in food production. Full article >>> DES ( diethylstilbestrol ) is a hormone that was prescribed for pregnant women in the 1950s and early 1960s. Full article >>> DES: Diethylstilbestrol , ...

Dialysis

...ull article >>> In hemo dialysis an artificial kidney machine carries out the vital functions the kidney s can no longer perform. In this procedure, a person is connected to the machine by plastic tubing that attaches to special blood vessels in the arm or leg. Full article >>> ...

Dental

...o parts. For example, a dental bridge contains artificial teeth and joins the natural teeth at either end. B right 's disease Nephritis . A group of kidney diseases manifested by albumin in the urine and edema ( swelling ). Full article >>> Prevention of abscess es is depend...

Colostomy

...2; COLOSTOMY - The surgical construction of an artificial anus between the colon and the surface of the abdomen . Full article >>> Colostomy - series Powered by: This information is provided by an independent source. Merck & Co., Inc. is not responsible for this content. Please dis...

Cochlea

... cochlea r] implants, brain aneurysm clips, some artificial heart valves, pacemaker s, older vascular stent s) are not compatible with MRI . Full article >>> While the external parts of our ear act like trumpets to collect sound, an organ known as the cochlea deep within the inner ea...

Coal tar

...- Coal tar dyes are highly carcinogen ic. All artificial colors, flavors, and odors are made from coal tar . You will find them in all soft drinks, cosmetics, and many medicines. Full article >>> Salicylic Acid , Sulfur, and Coal Tar (Topical) (Sebex-T Tar Shampoo; Sebutone; Vanseb-T) ...

Cobalt

...hen removed and replaced with a specially designed artificial part, called a prosthesis . This prosthesis is made of medical grade plastic with moving parts of titanium or cobalt chromium alloy, ... Full article >>> Some foods such as cabbage, soybeans, peanuts, peaches, radishes, and spin...

Circulation

...itation , usually known as CPR, provides temporary artificial breathing and circulation . It can de liver a limited amount of blood and oxygen to the brain until a defibrillator becomes available. Full article >>> vascular (VASS-kyoo-lur) access: A general term to describe the area on...

Chill

... escape. Full article >>> Chill ed artificial tears can be used to soothe sore eyes and reduce mild inflammation . For more severe or prolonged inflammation , treatment with corticosteroid eye drops or anti -inflammatory medication is recommended. Full article >>> CHILL ...

Cataract removal

...hich almost always includes the implantation of an artificial lens . Full article >>> Cataract Removal Cataract Surgery ( Cataract Removal ) Catecholamines - Blood Catecholamines - Urine Caterpillars ... Full article >>> An ophthalmologist can also perform eye sur...

Cataract

...hich almost always includes the implantation of an artificial lens . Full article >>> Cataract Related Category: Pathology in medicine, opacity of the lens of the eye , which impairs vision . Full article >>> Cataract s that occur in people other than the elderly are mu...

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

...itation , usually known as CPR, provides temporary artificial breathing and circulation . It can de liver a limited amount of blood and oxygen to the brain until a defibrillator becomes available. Full article >>> Cardiopulmonary resuscitation An emergency procedure used to restore ...

Cardiac Failure

...Towel Rub; Hot Enema followed by Cold Enema ; artificial respiration . Full article >>> Except in emergency situations (such as cardiac failure or pulmonary congestion), your health care provider will obtain your medical history and will perform a physical examination . Full article...

Bridge

...o parts. For example, a dental bridge contains artificial teeth and joins the natural teeth at either end. B right 's disease ... Full article >>> Bridge X3 renal stent system Renal stent indicated for maintaining patency in renal arteries that are narrowed due to atheroscle...

Brain aneurysm

... cochlea r] implants, brain aneurysm clips, some artificial heart valves, pacemaker s, older vascular stent s) are not compatible with MRI . Full article >>> The technique used in diagnostic studies of internal bodily structures in the detection of tumor s or brain aneurysm s. Full ar...