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Widely spaced teeth

...-set ears, widely spaced teeth , a short upturned nose and down-turned lips. Fits ( seizures ) are a common problem. Who's affected? Full article >>> Acromegaly is characterized by enlarged facial features, enlarged jaw , enlarged frontal bone of skull , widely spaced teeth , and en...

Whooping cough

... and symptoms - an initial stage with watery runny nose and eyes , ... Full article >>> Whooping cough Causes, incidence , and risk factors: Pertussis , or whooping cough , isanupper respiratory infection caused bythe Bordetella pertussis or B. para pertussis bacteria . Full ...

Viral pneumonia

...elops gradually following low grade fever , runny nose and diminished appetite for one or two days. These symptoms may then give way to increasing fretfulness, vomiting , cough and rapid breathing . Full article >>> Viral pneumonia s may make a child susceptible to bacterial pn...

Viral Infections

...> Common Cold -- Viral infections of the nose and upper respiratory tract usually begin with a thin, clear discharge from the nose. Nasal congestion and thicker mucous develop later. Full article >>> Stress and other viral infections (such as HIV or herpes ) at the same ...

Unconsciousness

...al tubeA tube placed into the windpipe through the nose or mouth. Full article >>> Persi stent unconsciousness ( coma ) Altered level of consciousness (drowsy, hard to arouse, or similar changes) Persi stent confusion Convulsions Repeated vomiting Unequal pupil s Unusual ...

Trachea

...ope (a thin, lighted tube) is inserted through the nose or mouth into the trachea and lungs . Tissue ...lastic tube is passed though the person's mouth or nose and into the windpipe, or trachea . The tube is then connected to the ventilator by a flexible plas...

Tooth abscess

...eviated nasal septum or other obstruction of the nose may also trap fluid in a sinus , causing chronic sinusitis . Dental infections such as tooth abscess may spread into the sinus and infect it directly. Full article >>> Bacteria escape from the part of the body they've att...

Tooth

...#62;> Impacted tooth Foreign body in the nose (in children) Often (but not always) there is a white, yellowish, or blood y discharge from one nostril Drugs ... Full article >>> Fluoride tooth paste has hugely improved oral health and reduced tooth decay across the world. T...

Tonsils

...s Use of a machine that delivers air through the nose at a pressure which keeps the upper airway passages open (continuous positive airway pressure, or CPAP) during sleep RELATED Articles ... Full article >>> READER'S "WINTER SORE THROAT " PROBABLY NOT DUE TO TONSILS Question: I am...

Tonsillectomy

... article >>> Trauma to your mouth, nose or throat such as dental surgery or a tonsillectomy . Extreme stress or strenuous physical activity after being exposed to the virus . Both emotional and physical stress can depress your immune system . Full article >>>...

Tooth decay

...t from tooth decay , poor diet , eye strain , nose infections , or exposure to damp and cold . Postherpetic neuralgia is an intense debilitating pain felt at the site of a previous attack of shingles . Full article >>> It is usually the result of gum disorder, tooth decay , sm...

Tongue

...-headedness or fainting nasal congestion runny nose shortness of breath wheezing difficulty swallowi...eness ; cough ; hives ; skin rashes ; a runny nose and watering eyes ; and asthma . Full article >>>...

Syphilis

...overuse of decongestants , foreign objects in the nose , ozena--an inflammatory disease of unknown cause. return to top Allergies ... Full article >>> Immunologic disorders (these may include the presence of certain immune cells called lupus erythamatosus (LE) cells, false-positive...

Systemic

...ble as spray or drops for local application to the nose and/or eyes . Antihistamines ... Full article >>> A systemic disease caused by various species of Mycobacterium. Myco bacterial infections are fairly common in aquarium fish, especially in Gouramis, Barbs, Tetras, and various liv...

Stools

...ine or red or tarry stools Bleeding from the nose or gums or spitting up blood New, excessive, or prolonged vagina l bleeding Frequent, severe bruising or tiny red or purple spots on the skin ... Full article >>> Rectal bleeding is frequently noticed as black, tarry ...

Stomach cancer

...g Cancer Skin cancer , basal cell carcinoma - nose ... Full article >>> Gastr immune A therapeutic vaccine in phase III clinical trials for the treatment of pancreatic cancer and stomach cancer . The vaccine is an anti gastrin immunogen that may also prove beneficial in ...

Stomach

...s feeding s (through a tube that goes through the nose into the stomach ) of sugar s or uncooked corns tarch. The tube can be put in at bedtime and taken out each morning. Full article >>> Endoscopy A procedure looking at the inside of body cavities, such as the esophagus ( food pi...

Stoma

...s feeding s (through a tube that goes through the nose into the stoma ch ) of sugar s or uncooked corns tarch. The tube can be put in at bedtime and taken out each morning. Full article >>> Babies spit up because, in about half of all infants , the valve at the upper end of the stom...

Stent

...ough at nighttime usually means a cold . A runny nose is the other typical symptom. Full article >>> Eating three meals and possibly one or two snacks at the same time every day will help keep your blood glucose levels more consi stent . Ask your doctor or dietitian how many meals a...

Stein

...osis (the other is caused by CMV). It infects the nose and throat and is contagious . Full article >>> Ep stein , David L., R. Rand Allingham, and Joel S. Schuman. Chandler and Grant's Glaucoma , 4th ed. Baltimore: Williams & Wilkins, 1997. Marks, Edith and Rita Montauredes. Coping wi...

Spur

... facial tumor Presence of a foreign body in your nose Frequent swimming or diving ... Full article >>> OssaTron Orthotripter Device for performing extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) approved for use in the treatment of plantar fasciitis (heel spur or chronic heel pain s...

Spores

... spores or fragments may be inhaled through the nose and into the lungs where they cause allergic reactions or asthma . Mold may also be eaten in foods , including the following: ... Full article >>> Mould spores are present in the air between May and October, peaking in late s...

Spitting up

...ine or red or tarry stools Bleeding from the nose or gums or spitting up blood New, excessive...g up , with the stomach contents flowing out the nose as well as the mouth. Full article >>> There is bleeding with easy bruising , blo...

Sore Throat

... Viral pharyngitis may be associated with runny nose and postnasal drip ... Full article >>> sore throat jaw pain or temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) There are also precautions to take with bupropion and buspirone. Bupropion should not be taken by patients with a history of...

Sneezing

...sed by irritation to the mucous membrane s of the nose or throat. It can be very bothersome, but is gener...s after you are exposed to an allergen . A runny nose ( rhinorrhea ). Full article >>> Sneezing helps to remove irritants from the nasal ...

Snoring

...brations of the soft tissue s at the back of your nose and throat. The noise is created by turbulent flow of air through narrowed air passages. Full article >>> Snoring Related Category: Pathology rough, vibratory sounds made in breathing during sleep or coma . The noisy breathin...

Sneeze

... involuntary violent expiration of air through the nose and mouth. It results from stimulation of the nerv...en, forceful, involuntary burst of air through the nose and mouth. Alternative Names: Sternutation Considerations: ... Full article >>> One ...

Soft tissue

...brations of the soft tissue s at the back of your nose and throat. The noise is created by turbulent flow of air through narrowed air passages. Full article >>> The exact cause of pain may be difficult to identify, since it can come from soft tissue , bone, disc or nerve s. Full art...

Smokeless Tobacco

...edded tobacco that is either sniffed through the nose or placed between the cheek and gum. Full article >>> If you use smokeless tobacco , you have many of these same risks, including a 50 times greater risk for oral cancer with long-term use. Even if you don't smoke yourself, but you ...

Smell

...r stinging after use of spray or irritation inside nose (continuing); crusting, white patches , or sores inside nose; discharge or redness in eye , ... Full article >>> Benzene: A sweet smell ing, highly toxic hydrocarbon. Long-term exposure to benzene is known to cause anemia and l...

Skull X

...uired to determine the presence of tumor s in the nose or brain. Full article >>>...

Skin Rashes

...eness ; cough ; hives ; skin rashes ; a runny nose and watering eyes ; and asthma . Full article >>>...

Skin discoloration

...ng laceration s either inside or outside of the nose visible displacement of the nose crackling noise when the ends of a broken bone are rubbed together ... Full article >>&#...

Skeleton

...ne and some parts of the skeleton , including the nose and ears. castor oil An oil extracted from the castor bean plant that's irritating to the intestine and promotes bowel movement s. Full article >>> ThermoFX mesh (bioabsorbable fixation plate) For reconstructive procedures in th...

Sinus Infection

...-- or those who have suffered an injury to their nose -- are most susceptible. Full article >>> Sinus Infection - Learn about sinus infection s and inflammation of the sinus es (also known as sinusitis ) with information written by doctors for patients. Includes causes, symptoms, ...

Sinus

... or damage to the sinus es, or structures in the nose and throat. Full article >>> Sinus...e small openings (ostia) from the sinus es to the nose become blocked Small hairs ( cilia ) in the sinus es, which help move the normally produced mucous ...

Short stature

...oma ta (small fleshy growths) around the mouth and nose ... Full article >>> Short stature (60% of cases) Upper limb malformations (50% of cases): Underdeveloped or missing radius (a forearm bone) Misshapen or missing thumbs Clinodactyly (curved fingers), polydactyly (extra fingers...

Septum

...e septum is made of cartilage , and divides the nose into two separate chambers ( right and left ). ...eviated nasal septum or other obstruction of the nose may also trap fluid in a sinus , causing chronic sinusitis . Dental infections such as toot...

Scleroderma

...; naso gastric tubes (tubes passed through your nose down into your stomach ) eating large meals lying down right after you eat scleroderma (a disease that causes thickening and tightness of the skin ). Full article >>> highest death rate in children with JRA occurs among pa...

Rosacea

...ne rosacea is a skin problem that affects the nose and face. It causes redness and lumps. Blood vessels become more visible. Sometimes the nose gets larger and looks misshapen. Full article >>> Rosacea is a chronic disorder i...

Rhinoplasty

...2;> Rhinoplasty : Refashioning the Nose The nose is a complex structure consisting of an outer laye... ( rhinoplasty ): Changing the appearance of your nose Cosmetic surgery : What to know if you're considering it Liposuction : Considerations about body...

Rhinitis

...sal mucosa (the mucous membrane that lines the nose and the sinus ), often due to an allergic reacti...#62; Rhinitis is a reaction that occurs in the nose when airborne irritants ( allergen s) trigger the release of histamine . Histamine causes inflam...

Rhinorrhea

...sal mucosa (the mucous membrane that lines the nose and the sinus ), often due to an allergic reacti...Format ... Full article >>> A runny nose ( rhinorrhea ). The drainage from a runny nose caused by allergies is usually clear and thin but m...

Rheumatoid Arthritis

...ergy , in which the body often reacts with a runny nose and itchy eyes . Full article >>> Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease that primarily affects the joints and surrounding tissue s, but can also affect other organ systems. Pictures & Images...

Rheumatoid

...ergy , in which the body often reacts with a runny nose and itchy eyes . Full article >>> Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease that primarily affects the joints and surrounding tissue s, but can also affect other organ systems. Pictures & Imag...

Respiratory

... narrowing of the passages from the lungs to the nose and mouth ( airway s) leads to difficulty breathi...sults upper respiratory symptoms such as a runny nose and a barky (seal-like) cough . Full article >>> MARIE KASSAI, RN: Viral infections...

Rash

...ess (the most common symptom) mild fever runny nose and cough red, watery eyes headache tired...2;> 1. Butterfly-shaped rash on cheeks and nose (this resembles a wolf's facial markings, another explanation for the name of the disease ) 2. Thic...

Rectum

...movement . ENT The medical specialty of the ear, nose and throat. Full article >>> Maroon-colored stools or b right red blood usually suggests that the blood is coming from the lower part of the GI tract (large bowel or rectum ). However, sometimes massive or very rapid bleedin...

Pustule

... become permanent leaving the skin red. When the nose is affected, particularly in older men, the skin becomes thickened, swollen, and purple in colour, and this is called rhinophyma. Full article >>> Rashes may be formed from macule s, patches , papule s, plaques, nodules , pus...

Pustules

... become permanent leaving the skin red. When the nose is affected, particularly in older men, the skin becomes thickened, swollen, and purple in colour, and this is called rhinophyma. Full article >>> Rashes may be formed from macule s, patches , papule s, plaques, nodules , pust...

Polyp

...;>> Nasal polyp s : Generally when the nose is clogged, the cause is a heavy cold or possibly chronic catarrh. But it can be nasal polyp s . Full article >>> Bowel polyp s are a problem in older people. They have been linked to bowel cancer . This article outlines th...

Posterior

...ior or posterior depending on which part of the nose the bleeding comes from. Full article >>> The other type is the posterior nosebleed : - This occurs in the elderly, and is caused by high blood pressure . The bleeding starts in the rear of the nose, and runs down into the thro...

Poison ivy

...h are usually mild but annoying, such as the runny nose of hay fever ( allergic rhinitis ) or the itchy rash of poison ivy . Full article >>> Common causes for allergic contact dermatitis of the foot and ankle are exposure to poison ivy , poison oak, or poison sumac, and exposur...

Platelet

...mall, unexplained bruises or bleeding from the nose or mouth that may occur because the toxins also destroy the platelet s, cells that normally help the blood to clot . Full article >>>...

Plastic surgery

...ry may be necessary to correct a deformity of the nose or nasal septum caused by a trauma . Receive our free newsletter or manage your subscriptions Get our RSS news feed ... Full article >>> CHEILOPL AST Y - Plastic surgery of the lips. [ Med Help International ] [ Search ] [ Ask the...

Pink eye

...ed is a high fever , followed by a cough , runny nose and conjunctivitis ( pink eye ). Full article >>> Conjunctivitis is inflammation of the conjunctiva . The conjunctiva is the clear membrane that lines the eyelids and covers the white of the eye . Conjunctivitis is someti...

Phlegm

...ic cough ing, phlegm and wheezing Eye and nose irritation Reduced lung function Irritability and annoyance Dental cavities ... Full article >>> empathise; empathy; emperipolesis; emperor; empery; emphasis; emphlysis; emphractic; emphraxis; emphysema ; emphysema tous; emph...

Pharynx

...ow tube about 5 inches long that starts behind the nose and ends at the top of the trachea (windpipe) an...o gastric tube: A tube that is passed through the nose and down through the naso pharynx and esophagus into the stomach . Abbreviated NG tube. It is a ...

Pancreatic Cancer

...g Cancer Skin cancer , basal cell carcinoma - nose ... Full article >>> Clinical trials are also being conducted to evaluate its use in the treatment of primary brain tumor s (gliobla stoma multi forme), childhood gliomas , pancreatic cancer , and stage III non-small cell l...

Oxygen

... either through a plastic mask over your mouth and nose or through nasal prongs. Full article >>&...ic (not disease -causing) organ ism found in the nose and throat. Full article >>> ERYTHROCYTE S: Red blood cells whose major function i...