Abortion
...ase causes them even more frequently. A single attack of this disease produces sterility about 15% of the time. Most elective abortion s take
place between 8 and 12 weeks of gestation . The procedure consists of dilating the cervix and removing the contents of the uterus by suctioning the inn...
ADH
...ons with your healthcare professional. ADH D needs to be treated. In addition to frustrating parents and teachers, ADH D may cause a child to
place himself or others in danger. ADH ERENCE: Taking medications or undergoing other treatment as prescribed, including frequency and food restrict...
ADHD
...s well as inattention and distractibility. ADHD needs to be treated. In addition to frustrating parents and teachers, ADHD may cause a child to
place himself or others in danger. ADHD can cause significant emotional, social and educational problems. However, when ADHD is diagnose d early and...
Agoraphobia
...e homebound. People with agoraphobia -- literally a fear of the market
place -- have anxiety about being in places or situations from which escape mig...nied by agoraphobia , a condition in which patients fear being caught in a
place or situation in which escape might be difficult, ... This fear is called...
Alveoli
... emphysema is a disorder affecting the alveoli (tiny air sacs) of the lungs . The transfer of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the lungs takes
place in the walls of the alveoli . The air sacs ( alveoli ), which transfer oxygen from the air into the blood , become damaged. As a result, the a...
Anal abscess
...s - anorectal Treatment : Treatment involves prompt drainage of the abscess . Depending on the location of the abscess , the procedure may take
place in an outpatient setting. Complications of Crohn's disease include malabsorption causing anaemia or vitamin a nd mineral deficiency , anal a...
Angiography
...s injected into a vein in the arm and pictures are taken as the dye passes through the blood vessels in the eye . Aortic angiography takes
place in a radiology department or cardiac diagnostics labor atory. You are given a sedative to relax before the procedure, but you are awake and able ...
Antidote
...d its container should be saved; the label may list ingredients, first aid measures, or antidote s. For an alkaline antidote to the itching ,
place some form of calcium powder, mixed with water to hold it in place, on the area. Calcium gluconate (a dietary calcium supplement) is what the aut...
Aortic angiography
... Aortic angiography takes
place in a radiology department or cardiac diagnostics labor atory. You are given a sedative to relax before the procedure, but you are awake and able ...
Bad breath
... mouth ? remove debris that adheres to teeth and gums in-between teeth . polish tooth surfaces. control bad breath . Flossing should take
place at least once a day for two to three minutes each time to be most effective. Painful gums Profuse gum bleeding in response to any pressure or ...
Beta
...lso called beta chemokines. Studies of the relationship between HIV and these immune system chemicals have shown the complex exchanges that take
place when HIV and white blood cells meet. Beta blockers reduce the heart rate and the heart 's output of blood , which lowers blood pressur...
Biofeedback
...and anxiety . Biofeedback is a method of positive reinforcement. Electrodes are placed on the abdomen and along the anal area. Some therapists
place a sensor in the vagina in women or anus in men, to monitor contraction of the pelvic floor muscle s. biofeedback A method of learning to v...
Blepharitis
...-lasting condition that usually affects adults but also can occur in children. Blepharitis is an inflammation of the eyelid. It develops at the
place where the mucous membrane on the underside of the lid joins the skin on the top of the lid. It occurs in both children and adults. The condition c...
Blood
... to body tissue s, and returns waste and carbon dioxide . Blood distributes nearly everything that is carried from one area in the body to another
place within the body. Blood pressure is measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg). Normal blood pressure is defined as a systolic pressure of ...
Boil
... heat and simmer five minutes remove and let the mixture steep for 45 minutes until lukewarm soak feet ... The next day, drain the water away and
place in a large pot, then cover with water (plus an extra four centimetres), bring to the boil , reduce to a simmer and cook for approximately 1 hours or ...
Bone graft
... Bone graft Definition: A bone graft is surgery to
place new bone into spaces around a broken bone or in between holes and defects in bone. Bone Graft ing: After curettage, sometimes the remaining cavit...
Boric acid
...espond to antifungal medication. 6, 2 ... - Put a wash of boric acid and herbs such as comfrey, golden seal, or echinacea on the affected area. -
place garlic oil, squeezed from capsules, on the area. Borates ( Sodium Borate Overdose) Borax ( Sodium Borate Overdose) Borderline Personality Disord...
Bronchitis
...enopathy (in approximately 75% of cases). Hepato splenomegaly (in most cases). The transfer of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the lungs takes
place in the walls of the alveoli . In emphysema , the alveoli become abnormally inflated, dam aging their walls and making it harder to breathe. Peopl...
Bruising
...ds in trials have complained that the treatment increases acne . Anaemia, tiredness, easy bruising and a tendency to bleed are common. Another
place where the abnormal macrophage s collect is in the bone marrow . The main risks of the procedure are bruising at the access site, trauma to th...
Bulimia
...or Forums ] The medical glossary has been made possible by a generous donation from: ... 78 bulimia patients participated in the study which took
place over eight weeks. Their results were compared with those on a waiting list who had not received any treatment at all. Bulimia nervosa is an ...
Burn
... pressure; partial pressures; partial response; partial sclerectasia; partial seizure ; partial -thickness burn ; ... Another method is to
place wet, cold wash cloths on the burn for 10 to 15 minutes, several times a day. You can mix baking soda in the water to help relieve the pain . (Sma...
Bursa
... causes the synovia l membrane to produce excess fluid. This distends the bursa , which causes the discomfort. The maturation of B cells takes
place in birds in an organ called the bursa of Fabricus. B cells in mammals mature largely in the bone marrow . ...
Caffeine
...e . High caffeine intake, more than three cups per day, can aggravate hot flashes and may contribute to osteoporosis . Cutting caffeine is one
place to start, as caffeine often intensifies the symptoms of RLS long term. All caffeinated tea, many soft drinks and even chocolate should be removed fr...
Carbon dioxide
...r names for this include hypercapnic acidosis and carbon dioxide acidosis . The transfer of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the lungs takes
place in the walls of the alveoli . In emphysema , the alveoli become abnormally inflated, dam aging their walls and making it harder to breathe. Bu...
Carcinoma
...unknown primary ? Carcinoma of unknown primary (CUP) is a disease in which cancer (malignant) cells are found somewhere in the body, but the
place where they first started growing (the origin or primary site) cannot be found. Carcinoma , Merkel cell : An infrequent but highly malignant t...
Catheter
... Foley Catheter Introduction A Foley catheter is a thin, sterile tube inserted into your bladder to drain urine . Because it can be left in
place in the bladder for a period of time, it is also called an indwelling catheter . Catheter ization is accomplished by inserting a catheter (a h...
Cecum
...tal Refers to a disorder which is present at birth . Distal Away from the point of origin. Cecum The beginning of the large intestine and the
place where the appendix attaches to the intestinal tract. General surgeon ... cecum (SEE-kum) A pouch that forms the first part of the large inte...
CHEM
...lso called beta chemokines. Studies of the relationship between HIV and these immune system chemicals have shown the complex exchanges that take
place when HIV and white blood cells meet. CHEM ICAL POISONING SYMPTOMS AND DISEASE "A remarkable variety of symptoms can occur, among which the ...
Chancre
... clean and free of debris. It is typically painless and is firm to the touch (indurated). One or more painless sores ( chancre s) appear at the
place where the infection entered the body. In women, they may appear on the vulva , the clitoris , around the opening of the urethra , or on the cerv...
Chronic
... is also called CLL, is a kind of cancer that occurs in a specialized white blood cell called a lymphocyte . The cancer ous change often takes
place in the bone marrow , where all blood cells are made. Chronic swelling in the legs without inflammation can greatly increase the chance of ...
Chronic Pain
... Home Page Quinsy help Definition of Quinsy ... Chronic pain can be just as unpleasant but lasts much longer. If you have pain in the same
place for 12 weeks or more, it is likely to be classified as chronic pain . Because it lasts so long, it's of less value as a warning. Treatment ... ...
Chronic renal failure
...ialysis , involve. Chronic renal failure , called CRF, is a disease in which the kidney s gradually stop working. As a rule, this process takes
place over a period of a few years. What is going on in the body? Chronic renal failure - In this form of kidney failure , the functioning of the kid...
Circulation
...d non- lymph oid tissue s. CIRCULATION : Restore blood circulation
place the heel of one hand over the center of the person's chest, between the nipples.
place your other hand on top of the first hand . Circulation improves. ...
Clavicle
... the ligament s that hold your collarbone ( clavicle ) to the joint where it meets the shoulder blade. Your collarbone may move out of its normal
place and push up the skin on the top of your shoulder . Noun: The large muscle , roughly triangular in shape, that stretches from the clavicle (co...
Clitoris
...auses of dyspareunia, many of which are treatable. Common causes include the following: ... One or more painless sores ( chancre s) appear at the
place where the infection entered the body. In women, they may appear on the vulva , the clitoris , around the opening of the urethra , or on the cerv...
Coitus
...the Greek "phobos" (fear). Search All of MedicineNet For: search help Printer-Friendly Format ... Advantages of the Cervical Cap Can be left in
place for up to 48 hours, allowing spontaneous protected coitus . Requires only one small application of sperm icide inside the cap at time of insertion. ...
Cold
...hile? Well, prepare to be on a first -name basis with your child's pediatrician or nurse practitioner. Babies get sick a lot. Another method is to
place wet, cold wash cloths on the burn for 10 to 15 minutes, several times a day. You can mix baking soda in the water to help relieve the pain . (Sma...
Colon
... Colon oscopy may be used to find the
place and cause of bleeding as well as to check areas for irritation or sores in your colon . These colon problems can cause unexplained changes in bo...
Compress
...nder pressure to an area of the skin and held in
place for a period of time. A compress can be any tem...ys use an ice pack wrapped in soft material ...
place warm, moist compress es over your inflamed sinus... center of the person's chest between the nipples.
place one hand on top of the other. Compress ion s...
Condom
...ial problems associated with its use. Emergency contraception can be used when a condom breaks, if a diaphragm or cervical cap slips out of
place during intercourse , after a sexual assault , or any time unprotected intercourse occurs. A prophylactic is also a drug or device, particular...