energy

X-Ray

...waves and radiowaves. Because X-ray s have higher energy than light waves, they can pass through the body. ...r body. Discovered in 1895, X-ray s are a type of energy that travels through the air in the same way as light does. Full article >>> X-ray ...

Weakness

...sea and vomiting . Unusual sleepiness or change in energy level. Change in personality or behavior . Full ...le >>> Asthenia: Weakness . Lack of energy and strength. Loss of strength. The word asthenia is not much used in medicine today, although it is...

Vitamins

...ore a workout, do not eat much roughage, requiring energy to digest; it will make you sluggish. At that meal, avoid peaches, grapes, bananas, and celery. Full article >>> Vitamins And Herbs: Some herbs contain potent headache fighting ingredients. Combined with vitamins , these can be ...

Vitamin K

...none) Is necessary for normal blood clotting and energy metabolism Dark green leafy vegetables, liver , meat, potato es and cereals ... Full article >>> Vitamin K deficiency —Aspirin may increase the chance of bleeding back to top Proper Use of This Medicine ... Full article...

Vitamin B

...tial vitamin involved in helping the body make energy from carbohydrates . It also helps the heart , n...ticle >>> Vitamin B 1 (thiamin) For energy metabolism , especially from carbohydrates Bread, potato es, milk , meat (especially pork), off...

Vitamin

...tial vitamin involved in helping the body make energy from carbohydrates . It also helps the heart , nervous system and muscle s function properly. Full article >>> Vitamin D compounds, such as calcipotriene (Dovonex), and retinoids, such as tarazotene (Tazorac), are rarely used fo...

Urology

...lizes Plasma Kinetic technology, a radiofrequency energy delivery method, ... Full article >>> Journal of Urology , 170: 530-547. Paterson R, Goldenberg L (2001). Benign prostatic hyperplasia . In J Teichman, ed., 20 Common Problems in Urology , part 2, pp. 185-198. New York: McGraw-Hill...

Urethra

...mall probe that gives off low-level radiofrequency energy is inserted through the urethra into the prostate . The energy from the probe heats and destroys the abnormal prostate tissue without dam aging the urethra ....

Type I diabetes

... glucose , necessary for cellular metabolism and energy production. Patients may have type I diabetes (juvenile onset) or type II diabetes (adult onset). Full article >>> As in Type I diabetes , treatment includes exercise and weight loss and a diet low in total carbohydrates ...

Thyroid gland

...at controls how fast the body converts food into energy ( metabolism ). Parathyroid hormone , or PTH , is produced by the para thyroid gland s and regulates calcium and phosphorus levels in the blood . Full article >>> The thyroid gland in the neck controls metabolism through the...

Thiamine

...tial vitamin involved in helping the body make energy from carbohydrates . It also helps the heart , nervous system and muscle s function properly. Full article >>> Alcohol affects thiamine ( vitamin B -1) in particular. Your nerve s, muscle s, heart , and brain need thiamine to...

Taste

...comes easier. Bronchi al tubes begin to relax and energy levels increase. Full article >>> Interpersed among the filiform papilla e are small, pink, dome-shaped fungiform papilla e, which may or may not have taste buds (Figure 1.44). Full article >>> - Use fluoridated too...

Surgery

...me kind of surgery . Radiotherapy This uses high energy rays (like X-ray s) to kill the cancer cells. Chemotherapy ... Full article >>> Surgery that makes an opening to the intestine through the surface of the abdomen . The opening empties the bowel s. colostrum An antibody -...

Suicide

...mbering, or making decisions Fatigue or loss of energy Feeling guilty, hopeless, or worthless Thoughts of death or suicide ... Full article >>>...

Sugar

...62;>> Sugar s are sometimes called "the energy molecules," and galactose and glucose are both...gar , honey, jam, and jelly provide calorie s and energy without clogging arteries or adding other things that your body does not need. If you have diabetes...

Stool

...whole grains. Glucose This is the main source of energy for the body. Full article >>> A condition in which the skin and the whites of the eyes become yellow, urine darkens, and the color of stool becomes lighter than normal. Jaundice occurs when the liver is not working properl...

Stenosis

...nt s. Full article >>> BERT ( beta energy re stenosis trial) Clinical trials to evaluate the safety and feasibility of Novoste's Beta -Cath system at three radiation doses. Sources: Novoste Corporation; PR Newswire - 03/31/98. Full article >>> entero plex; entero plexy...

Sodium

...ium Helps regulate body fluids and is involved in energy release, functioning of nerve s and muscle contraction . Increases blood pressure ... Full article >>> Sodium Mineral found in salt and in many foods . Too much sodium can cause the body to retain fluid in people with heart...

Smell

...comes easier. Bronchi al tubes begin to relax and energy levels increase. Full article >>> First , the gastric motor is turned on and begins to idle. The anticipation, sight and smell of food trigger the brain to alert the stomach to prepare for food . This stimulation induces the ...

Sleep Disturbance

...essness; social withdrawal; unusual fatigue , low energy level, a feeling of being slowed down; sleep disturbance ... Full article >>> But you will be aware of having many of the associated symptoms, including dizziness or lightheadedness, shortness of breath, belching , bloating , dry...

Skin Rashes

...o years before the onset of AIDS include Lack of energy Weight loss Frequent fever s and sweats Persi stent or frequent yeast infections (oral or vagina l) Persi stent skin rashes or flaky skin Pelvic ... Full article >>> Quinine has been used outside of malaria as a remedy ...

Skin

...a "tan," and it helps block the penetration of the energy from sunlight. Full article >>> This is a long term skin condition,usually affecting the face. This article outlines current understanding and treatment options. Full article >>> Answer: Actinic keratoses are skin...

Serum calcium

... metabolism , ... Full article >>> energy beams to produce images of internal tissue s, bones, and organ s onto film. bone density test - a diagnostic procedure to determine bone mineral content and skeletal changes, such as bone loss. blood tests (to measure serum calcium and ... ...

Seizures

...article >>> There's no evidence that energy from cell phones or cordless phones causes serious health effects, such as epileptic seizures . Full article >>> Seizures may occur at any age from birth onwards. One in 200 school -age children has epilepsy and 10 per cent a...

Riboflavin

... 2 ( riboflavin ) Essential for the utilisation of energy from foods , especially fats and protein s Milk...ovide some subjective improvement in fatigue and energy levels in some patients. Full article >>>...

Respiration

...emical process in which oxygen is used to make energy from carbohydrates ( sugar s). Also called oxida...ntracellular organ elle which is responsible for energy production and cellular respiration . See cytochrome. [ Med Help International ] [ Search ] [ Ask t...

Relationships

... things that can slide or be put on hold. Use your energy for things that are important to you and your part...ationships Trouble concentrating Fatigue or low energy Food cravings or binge eating Sleep disturbance s Feeling out of control ... Full article >...

Puncture

... medicine.2 According to practitioners it channels energy that flows around the 12 main organ s in the body - including the heart , liver , lungs , kidney and stomach . Full article >>> What is acu puncture ? The 5,000-year-old Chinese art of acu puncture involves the stimulation ...

Ptosis

...2;>> Berke ptosis forceps BERT ( beta energy re stenosis trial) Clinical trials to evaluate the safety and feasibility of Novoste's Beta -Cath system at three radiation doses. Sources: Novoste Corporation; PR Newswire - 03/31/98. Full article >>> Onychocry ptosis should be...

Psychiatry

...xis: In psychiatry , the concentration of psychic energy on an idea, object, or other object. Search All of MedicineNet For: search help Printer-Friendly Format ... Full article >>> Institute of Psychiatry Samaritans Royal College of Psychiatrists' online leaflets ... Full article >&#...

Protein S

...potassium , or other minerals ; impaired muscle energy metabolism ; and impaired protein s ynthesis. F... muscle s, nerve s, and bones. It is also used in energy metabolism and protein s ynthesis. magnetic resonance im aging (mag-NET-ik REZ-o-nans IM-a-jing)...

Protein

...eeded for muscle s and tissue s; they are not an energy source. The need for protein does not increase during a workout. Full article >>> Protein Choose lean meats and poultry. Bake, broil, or grill the meats instead of frying them. Get some of your protein from other foods , such as...

Prostate

...ing orgasm . Seminal fluid contains sugar as an energy source for sperm . seminal vesicle (SEM-in-al VES-ih-kul) A gland that helps produce semen . Full article >>> elephant leg; elephant man's disease ; elephantoidal; elephantoid fever ; eleuthero mania ; eleutheromaniac; eleuther...

Pneumonia

... of night sweats that usually has accompanying low energy and endurance is an illness commonly called " walking pneumonia ." This is actually a mild form of pneumonia that is caused by a viral infection . Full article >>> PNEUMONIA (Lung Fever ) SYMPTOMS" Fever , chills , aching m...

Pica

... article >>> irritability lack of energy or tiring easily ( fatigue ) increased heart rate ( tachycardia ) sore or swollen tongue enlarged spleen a desire to eat peculiar substances such as dirt or ice (also called pica ) ... Full article >>> Technique: Shredded Te...

Physical Therapy

...nvolving the use of heat ( diathermy ) to transmit energy into deep tissue s have been used for many years. Full article >>> If a bone does break from a fall, a person's activities may be limited while the bone is healing. Surgery or a heavy cast may be necessary, and physical therapy ma...

Physical activity

...n the morning during winter, may help improve your energy level and relieve depression . Full article >>> Physical activity also may lower the risk of diverticulosis . Many doctors previously recommended that people with diverticulosis avoid eating nuts, popcorn and foods with seeds. ...

Phlegm

...agnostic test which uses invisible electromagnetic energy beams to produce images of internal tissue s, bones, and organ s onto film. Full article >>> Guaifenesin (like Robitussin) can help you bring up phlegm . Drink lots of fluids if taking this medication. Cough suppressants like dext...

Pathogen

...Full article >>> We are focusing our energy on understanding the molecular mechanisms of immune evasion employed by KSHV. This will improve our understanding of KSHV pathogen esis and provide insights into basic cellular and immunological processes ... Full article >>>...

Paranoia

...beat, and death . Severe depression and reduced energy often accompany withdrawal. Full article >>> paranoia , or feelings of suspicion and mistrust an extreme belief in one's importance euphoria, or high feelings of mental well-being, especially when not real thoughts of suicide an...

Panic Attack

...ationships Trouble concentrating Fatigue or low energy Food cravings or binge eating ... Full article >>> Joint Replacement Surgery Of The Hand - Source:MedicineNet Natural Panic Attack Treatment s - Source:WebMD Feature Archive Gardening for Health - Source:WebMD Feature Ar...

Palpate

... abdomen and other parts of the body to determine energy imbalances. Full article >>> The prostate can be felt ( palpate d) with the gloved finger. If you are going to do this effectively, you would need to examine it monthly. The normal prostate is firm like an orange and about the size...

Noninvasive

...er, which is a medical device, converts electrical energy into sound waves which are then directed into your body. Full article >>> NUCLEAR HEART SCAN - This noninvasive test uses radioactive tracers to delineate the heart s chambers and major vessels. It may be used to detect a heart a...

Niacin

... as vitamin PP) (nicotinic acid ) Necessary for energy metabolism Meat, potato es, bread and fortified breakfast cereals ... Full article >>> niacin amide A vitamin b eing studied to increase the effect of radiation therapy on tumor cells. Also called nicotinamide. nicotinamide .....

Neck X

...iagnostic test that uses invisible electromagnetic energy beams to produce images of internal tissue s, bones, and organ s onto film. blood tests Treatment for H. influenza e infections ... Full article >>> Neck X -ray Chest X-ray Endoscopy ( EGD ) Esophageal acidity test, ...

Neck X-ray

...iagnostic test that uses invisible electromagnetic energy beams to produce images of internal tissue s, bones, and organ s onto film. blood tests Treatment for H. influenza e infections ... Full article >>> Neck X-ray Chest X-ray Endoscopy ( EGD ) Esophageal acidity test, al...

Multiple Sclerosis

...st and practice relaxation techniques for improved energy level. Full article >>> MSFC ( multiple sclerosis functional composite) Scale to measure disability in MS patients; used in evaluating the efficacy of experimental or new treatment regimens. Full article >>> MS - Th...

Multi

...tion techniques that require only minimal time and energy investment. Full article >>> enzyme electrode; enzyme immobilisation; enzyme immunoassay; enzyme inactivation; enzyme induction; enzyme inhibition theory of narcosis; enzyme inhibitors; enzyme -linked immunoabsorbent ass...

Minerals

...potassium , or other minerals ; impaired muscle energy metabolism ; and impaired protein s ynthesis. F...and selenium can help the depression and lack of energy that may accompany endometriosis . B vitamins also counteract the side effects of hormonal drugs....

MIBG

...hoton flux and the ability to allow SPECT with low energy collimators. Full article >>> However, it may be necessary to scan other areas of the body, such as the neck, chest and pelvis . Scanning with other diagnostic im aging techniques, such as magnetic resonance im aging ( MRI ) or an m...

Metabolize

...efinition: Metabolism is the process of changing energy sources into energy. For example, food protein s are metabolize d into energy or heat to be used or absorbed by the body. Full article >>> Metabolize and store ...

Metabolism

... production through the breakdown of nutrients and energy utilization. [ Med Help International ] [ Search ]...62; Metabolism The sum of all the chemical and energy reactions that take place in the human body. Resources: ... Full article >>> metabol...

Melanin

... article >>> The laser imparts great energy to the hemoglobin , causing changes in its form, and ultimately causes the blood vessel to disappear. A different laser could target melanin , which is the tan- or brown-colored pigment found in skin . Full article >>> Facial view...

Memory loss

... loss ... Full article >>> Lack of energy Weight loss Frequent fever s and sweats Persi stent or frequent yeast infections (oral or vagina l) Persi stent skin rashes or flaky skin Pelvic inflammatory disease in women that does not respond to treatment Short-term memory loss ...

Manic-depressive

...lternate between manic episodes of abnormally high energy and the extreme lows of depression . Full article >>> While less well known than schizophrenia or bipolar disorder ( manic-depressive illness), BPD is more common, affecting 2% of adults, mostly young women. Full article >&#...

Malaise

...mpanied by a sensation of exhaustion or inadequate energy to accomplish usual activities. Full article >>> Malaise : A vague feeling of discomfort, one that cannot be pinned down but is often sensed as "just not right ." Malaise comes straight from the French who compounded it from "mal" ...

Low blood sugar

... when blood levels of glucose , the body's main energy source, fall abnormally low. Full article >>> Low blood sugar is the most common form of diabetic reaction and the most likely blood sugar problem encountered on a dive or wilderness trip. A low blood sugar diabetic reaction is...

Lethargy

...normal sodium level include confusion , lack of energy ( lethargy ), or seizures . It is important to evaluate the body's water content (too much or too little water) when evaluating a low sodium level. Full article >>> acute , sometimes fatal, disease characterized by high fever ,...

Left

...comes easier. Bronchi al tubes begin to relax and energy levels increase. Full article >>> If a ring is left in place for more than 4 weeks, you may no longer be protected from pregnancy . In this case, before you insert a new ring, check to make sure you are not pregnant. Full article...

LDH

... blood and other body tissue s, and involved in energy production in cells. An increased amount in the blood may be a sign of tissue damage and some types of cancer or other disease s. Full article >>> CHI LDH OOD PROBLEMS " Bed-wetting "1 ( Enuresis ) Bed-wetting "2 [Kellogg] ...