sodium

Weight gain

...in ; ... Full article >>> Too much sodium can increase thirst , raise blood pressure , and cause water retention that may lead to excess weight gain or fluid buildup in the lungs . Full article >>> Excessive weight gain , high blood pressure , diabetes , a reduced ...

Vitamin E

... fatty acids, and excessive amounts of protein , sodium , and potassium . These levels may be too high for the infant 's system to handle. Full article >>> Oral medications such as vitamin E , para-aminobenzoic acid (a B vitamin ) and colchicine (sold as a generic ) Injection s of c...

Urine output

...omerular filtration rate. Swelling may occur as sodium and water are retained in the body. Full article >>> Decreased urine output Swelling ( edema ) resulting from salt and water overload High blood pressure Nausea Vomiting Lethargy caused by the toxic effects of waste prod...

Uric acid

...in natriuretic peptide (BNP) Urinalysis Urinary sodium Creatinine clearance Swan-Ganz measurements ( right heart catheter ization) ... Full article >>> BARBITURATES - A widely used group of sedative drugs made from barbit uric acid . Continual use may result in addiction . Exampl...

TSH

...2; Our studies on the regulation of the thyroid sodium /iodide symporter have revealed that the protein is activated by proteolysis, and that stimulation of iodide accumulation by thyroid stimulating hormone ( TSH ) involves not only increased ... Full article >>> However, a significan...

Total protein

... >>> charged ions (cations) include sodium , potassium , calcium , and magnesium (usually drawn separately; see magnesium - serum ). Negatively charged ions (anions) include chloride , bicarbonate (essentially the same as CO2), protein (see total protein ), ... Full article >>...

Tolmetin

...buprofen, indomethacin, ketoprofen, meclofenamate sodium , naproxen, sulindac, tolmetin , or the orange food -coloring tartrazine. They may also be allergic to aspirin. Full article >>>...

Thyroid gland

...2; A major topic is the characterization of the sodium /iodide symporter, the protein that mediates the accumulation of iodide in the thyroid gland . Iodide uptake is the first step in the biosynthesis of the thyroid hormone s T3 and T4. Full article >>> It may also be a sign of over...

Thrombosis

...up in the vein . Full article >>> sodium phosphate; effet; effete; efficacy; efficiency; efficiency, organ izational; efficient; efflate; efflation; effleurage; effloresce; efflorescence; efflorescent; efflower; effluence; effluent; effluvium; effort; effort-induced thrombosis ; ... Ful...

Tension headache

...ish, chicken liver s, figs, and some beans), mono sodium glutamate (MSG), or nitrates (like bacon, hot dogs, and salami) ... Full article >>> Related Encyclopedia Topics: Anxiety , Cluster Headaches , Depression , Headaches , Stress Management , Tension Headache s ... Full article &#...

Symptomatic

...s calcium to be excreted in the urine . Excess sodium does this also. Full article >>> ENTERO VIRUS - A Picorna virus , small, single-stranded RNA virus that can survive in sewage and chlorinated water with organic debris. A symptomatic infection common. Epidemic s of gastroe...

Swelling

...omatitis . Full article >>> Reduce sodium : Finally, sodium is not as big an issue as it once was, but if you're bothered by fluid retention and breast swel...

Sweeteners

... 2,300 mg (approximately one teaspoon of salt) of sodium daily, and limit salt added in food preparation. Do not drink more than one drink per day for women, two drinks per day for men. Full article >>>...

Sucrose

...ecay . Full article >>> Ferrlecit ( sodium ferric gluconate complex in sucrose injection ) An injectable iron supplement indicated for the treatment of iron deficiency anemia in patients undergoing chronic hemo dialysis who are receiving supplemental erythropoietin therapy. Full...

Stress

...Certain foods including products containing mono sodium glutamate, caffeine , tyramine or alcohol. *Overtiredness (physical or mental). *Changing sleep patterns (e.g. Full article >>> The stress of illness can often be helped by joining a support group where members share common exp...

Stomach Ulcer

...oated tablet containing 50 or 75 mg of diclofenac sodium , an NSAID, and 200 mcg of misoprostol, which is proven to reduce NSAID-induced duodenal and stomach ulcer s. Dosage/administration: one tablet 2-3 times daily. Full article >>>...

Sterile

...a buttonhole in the patient's skin , a sterile sodium chloride solution is injected to distend the joint . The arthroscope, an instrument the size of a pencil, is then inserted into the joint . Full article >>> Reported accidents and infections to organ s or tissue s appear to ...

Soy

...aspoon of table salt contains 2,300 milligrams of sodium . Canned foods , some frozen foods , and most processed foods have large amounts of table salt. Full article >>> Proponents of plant estrogen s (including soy products) believe that plant estrogen s are better than synthetic e...

Sodium in diet

...um in Diet : Side Effects For individuals who are sodium -sensitive, an increased intake of sodium may contribute to high blood pressure . Full article >>> "Medications such as antih...

Sodium

...ern if you have high blood pressure Q. I'm on a sodium -restricted diet and really watch what I eat. Is...rue that medications can contain large amounts of sodium ? No name/ No state given ... Full article >>> Sodium - urine Definition: The so...

Skeletal

...inerals are the fluid-regulating electrolytes : sodium , potassium , and chloride . Full article >>> Specifically, we aim to define the identities and functions of regulatory molecules that subdivide the mesodermal cell layer and determine the primordial cells of the heart , skeletal...

Shunt

...ry . Full article >>> pentetate tri sodium calcium ; pentetic acid ; penthienate bromide; pentifylline; pentine; pentitol; pentobarbital; pentoic; pentolinium tartrate; penton; penton base; pentone; pentosan; pentosan sulfuric polyester; pentose; pentose monophosphate shunt ; ... Full ar...

Seborrhea

...armol scalp treatment lotion (10% sulfacetamide sodium ) - Rx; seborrhea dermatis, seborrhea sicca Carmol scalp treatment kit (convenience pack): Carmol scalp treatment lotion, shampoo, and scalp treatment brush. Full article >>> Other times, ringworm simply resembles dandruff...

Scleroderma

...ll article >>> Flolan (epoprostenol sodium for injection ) Expanded indication: long-term intravenous treatment of pulmonary hypertension associated with the scleroderma spectrum of disease in NYHA class III and IV patients who do not respond adequately to ... Full article >...

Rosacea

...atoses . Full article >>> Plexion ( sodium sulfacetamide 10% and sulfur 5%) cleanser Indication: topical control of acne vulgaris , acne rosacea , and seborrheic dermatitis . Product available by prescription only; see monograph for additional information. Full article >>>...

Ricin

...s, penicillin G, phenothiazines, salicylates, and sodium polystyrene sulfonate. Full article >>> : Immuno toxin with mistletoe lectin I A-chain and ricin A-chain directed against CD5 antigen of human T- lymphocyte s; comparison of efficiency and specificity. Int J Immunopharmacol 13 (7...

Rheumatoid Arthritis

...l article >>> Examples include gold sodium thiomalate, auranofin, and aurothio glucose . These medications are indicated in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis , psoriatic arthritis , Felty's syndrome , and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis . Full article >>> Inflammati...

Rheumatoid

...l article >>> Examples include gold sodium thiomalate, auranofin, and aurothio glucose . These medications are indicated in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis , psoriatic arthritis , Felty's syndrome , and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis . Full article >>> Inflamma...

Retinitis

...l article >>> Vitravene (fomivirsen sodium injectable) Antisense drug for the treatment of AIDS -related cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis . Full article >>> Retinitis pigmentosis, a hereditary and degenerative eye disease , affects 100,000 people in the United Stat...

Resistance

... potassium ; penicillin G procaine; penicillin G sodium ; penicillin N; penicillin O; penicillin penicillium; penicillin phenoxymethyl; penicillin resistance ; ... Full article >>> Metformin (Glucophage), which improves insulin resistance in the muscle tissue s and liver ... Full...

Renin

...e kidney into the blood . It is in response to sodium depletion and/or low blood volume. Renin converts angiotensinogen (a protein released into the blood by the liver ) to angiotensin I. Full article >>> A renin blood test, or plasma renin activity (PRA) test, is done t...

PTH

...orosis . Also promising as possible therapies are sodium fluoride, parathyroid hormone ( PTH ), and some forms of vitamin D . What About Falls ? Full article >>> Elevations may be seen in hyperparathyroidism , metastatic bone tumor , milk-alkali syndrome , multiple myeloma , Paget's...

Psoriatic arthritis

...l article >>> Examples include gold sodium thiomalate, auranofin, and aurothio glucose . These medications are indicated in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis , psoriatic arthritis , Felty's syndrome , and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis . Full article >>> When joints ...

Propyl alcohol

... imidazolidinyl urea Pumice, aluminum oxide, and sodium tetraborate ... Full article >>> Place two to three drops of a mixture of vinegar/iso propyl alcohol /water into your child's ear after the ears come in contact with water. Use ear plugs for swimming or bathing. Do not aggressively ...

Pressure ulcer

...62;> IPM (Ionic Polymer Matrix) Wound Gel A sodium hyaluronate-based wound dressing for the treatment of diabetic ulcers , leg ulcers , pressure ulcer s, laceration s, minor abrasion s, and management of mechanically or surgically debrided wounds . Mfg: L.A.M. Full article >>>...

Potato

...sset potato es, peeled and sliced 3 cups reduced- sodium chicken broth 1 cup fat -free milk ... Full article >>> You are here : AllRefer.com > Health > Poison s & Overdoses > Potato - Green Tubers and Sprouts Potato - Green Tubers and Sprouts - ... Full article ...

Potassium

...luid balance. Potassium works very closely with sodium and chloride , which are also electrolyte miner...icle >>> potassium imbalance high sodium concentration. If the patient consumes more salt than the kidney s excrete, increased doses of diu...

Porphyria

...>> you are on a salt-restricted diet ( sodium bicarbonate) you have low blood phosphate levels or porphyria (aluminium-containing antacids) you have kidney problems (magnesium-containing antacids) Interactions with other medicines ... Full article >>> of a urinary tract ...

Pons

...diagnostic test. Other tests may include: Blood sodium levels and other blood tests Brainstem evoked response audiometry (BERA) ... Full article >>> The brain is connected with the brainstem (midbrain, pons , and medulla ). The cerebellum is located posterior ly to the brainstem a...

Porphyrins

...#62;> estradiol ; etidocaine; etidronate di sodium ; etidronic acid ; etilefrine; etilefrine hydro chloride ; etimizol; etio-; etiocholanolone; etiogenic; etiolate; etiolation; etiology ; etiopathic; etio pathology ; etioplast; etioporphyrin; etio porphyrins ; ... Full article >>>...

Polydipsia

... symptoms ... Full article >>> Low sodium levels (hyponatremia) can be caused by excessive sweating , burns , severe vomiting or diarrhea , drinking too much water (psychogenic polydipsia ), or poor nutrition . Full article >>> Indications: (1) management of primary ...

Placebo

...n if they took a placebo . As little as 16 mg of sodium fluoride a day produces abnormal bone marrow cells. Full article >>> the past has been less than helpful because of the large range of symptoms of a nonspecific nature. Physician s have prescribed progesterone to alleviate sympto...

Pharmacist

...end bismuth subsalicylate, psyllium, and docusate sodium because they are safe and effective in their treatment of diarrhoea, ulcers and other gastrointestinal complaints. Full article >>> Ask your pharmacist about any specific storage instructions. Travel tips Travelers need to fol...

Pain

... medications with aspirin, ibuprofen and naproxen sodium . Pain relievers that don't decrease inflammation . Full article >>> Pain During Intercourse Overview Pain during intercourse (dyspareunia) is pain or discomfort in a woman's labia l, vagina l, or pelvic areas during or...

Osmolality

...blood tests will need to be performed to measure sodium , potassium chloride levels, and osmolality (concentration of solution in the blood ). Full article >>> A physician evaluates the concentration of urine by measuring how many particles are in a kilogram of water ( osmolality...

Organ Transplant

...le (Hismanal). A blood thinner called warfarin sodium (Coumadin). Full article >>> Because of the antigen differences existing between individuals, blood groups are significant in blood transfusion s, maternal- fetal incompatibilities ( erythroblastosis fetalis ), tissue and o...

Organic

...althy. Some examples of minerals are calcium , sodium , and phosphorus. Moderate-intensity physical activity ... Full article >>> An organic substance found in food and essential in small quantities for good health. vitiligo A skin condition characterized by sharply defined whit...

Nutrition

...food or drink package to find out how much salt ( sodium ) is in it. Don't have more than 3000 mg of sodium a day. Full article >>> Symptoms of malabsorption include weight loss , mal nutr...

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

...nflammatory medications (NSAIDs) such as naproxen sodium and ibuprofen may reduce joint pain and inflam...es Corticosteroids such as prednisone (causes sodium retention) Estrogen s Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (see NSAIDs) Calcium channel bloc...

Narcolepsy

...ction ... Full article >>> Xyrem ( sodium oxybate; a.k.a. gamma hydroxybutyrate [GHB]) oral solution Indication: treatment of cataplexy, a sudden loss of muscle tone associated with narcolepsy . Full article >>> (It has also been used to treat narcolepsy .) But when t...

Minerals

...althy. Some examples of minerals are calcium , sodium , and phosphorus. Moderate-intensity physical act...p to 22 electrolytes can be measured, including sodium , potassium , calcium , and glucose . Full article >>> Primary malnutrition is...

Milk

...tes (ammonium, calcium , magnesium, potassium , sodium ) cheese, cottage cheese, curds cream custard, pudding ghee Half and Half ... Full article >>> Milk - human; Human milk Recommendations: Your milk supply will be established during the first few days and weeks after the ...

Menstrual Cramps

...e >>> Mefenamic acid and naproxen sodium (such as Aleve) are approved for the treatment of severe menstrual cramps . Mefenamic acid is a relatively inexpensive prescription medication. Full article >>> Internally, it is useful for insomnia , measles , menstrual cra...

Low blood pressure

...ns is one suggestion, as is the effect of reduced sodium or increased potassium or calcium in the diets of vegetarians. return to top ... Full article >>> 4Anti angina DrugsBrand Name ( Generic Name)Possible Common Side Effects Include:Calan (calan SR, isoptin, isoptin SR, verelan) Co...

Liver function tests

...in natriuretic peptide (BNP) Urinalysis Urinary sodium Creatinine clearance Swan-Ganz measurements ( right heart catheter ization) ... Full article >>> Repeated abnormal results from liver function tests Unexplained swelling or enlargement of the liver Primary cancer s of...

Liposuction

...ne in a carrier solution of normal saline with sodium bicarbonate added as a neutralizing agent; used in liposuction procedures employing the ... Full article >>> Other types of surgery (including intestinal bypass, jaw wiring, and liposuction ) have been used to treat obesity . ...

Lipoprotein

...ull article >>> Lescol (fluvastatin sodium ) New indication: reduction of triglycerides and apo lipoprotein B (Apo B) in patients with primary hypercholesterolemia and mixed dyslipidemia (both elevated cholesterol and triglycerides). Full article >>> After drawing a vial o...

Lethargy

...article >>> Symptoms of an abnormal sodium level include confusion , lack of energy ( letha...o much or too little water) when evaluating a low sodium level. Full article >>> acute , sometimes fatal, disease characterized by high f...

Laxative abuse

...laxative use removes an excess of potassium and sodium , leading to muscle spasm s, dehydration , and eventual cardiac arrest . Full article >>> Melanosis Coli - Melanosis coli, a condition that can be caused from chronic laxative abuse has no symptoms. Source:MedicineNet Constipa...

Lead

...>> Too much salt can lead to too much sodium in the blood , causing health problems. It can cause you to retain water, resulting in uncomfortable swelling of the hands, feet, and sometimes abdomen . Some women are more salt-sensitive before their periods. Full article >>> Th...