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Topic Index
- + A Coronary
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- A Coronary
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"A Coronary" is more commonly referred to as "Heart Attack" in the medical community.
Heart Attack
Also Known As: "MI, Myocardial Infarction, Acute Myocardial Infarction, Acute MI, Acute Heart Attack"
Scarring, or death, of heart muscle due to lack of oxygen. Oxygen-rich blood is blocked by a blood clot in a coronary artery, usually due to plaque-related narrowing of the artery.
More Information on Heart Attack: Cholesterol
- + A II Blockers
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- A II Blockers
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"A II Blockers" is more commonly referred to as "Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers" in the medical community.
Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers
Also Known As: "ARBs, Angiotensin II Antagonists"
Medications that widen blood vessels by preventing a substance called angiotensin II from entering angiotensin II receptors. Angiotensin II is one of several substances in the body that cause blood vessels to tighten and regulates blood pressure.
More Information on Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers: Blood Pressure
- + AAA
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- AAA
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The bulging or ballooning out of part of the wall of the abdominal aorta, which carries oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the body. While aortic aneurysm may be fatal, most cases are preventable with early detection.
More Information on AAA: Aneurysm
- + AACFS
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- AACFS
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"AACFS" is more commonly referred to as "American Association for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome" in the medical community.
American Association for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Organization that promotes research, education, and advocacy to further understanding, and eventually develop effective treatments, for chronic fatigue syndrome and related conditions, such as fibromyalgia
- + AAD Guidelines of Care
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- AAD Guidelines of Care
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Statements issued by the American Academy of Dermatology that guide decisions related to skin care.
- + AAFA
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- AAFA
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"AAFA" is more commonly referred to as "Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America" in the medical community.
Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America
Patient organization working towards a better quality of life for individuals with asthma and allergies through education, sponsorship and research.
- + AAGP
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- AAGP
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"AAGP" is more commonly referred to as "American Association of Geriatric Psychiatry" in the medical community.
American Association of Geriatric Psychiatry
A national association dedicated to the mental health and well-being of older adults with the goal of improving the knowledge base and standard of practice in geriatric psychiatry through research and education.
- + AAKP
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- AAKP
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"AAKP" is more commonly referred to as "American Association of Kidney Patients" in the medical community.
American Association of Kidney Patients
A national organization that provides support, education and advocacy for kidney patients and their families. The group includes patients, family members, renal professionals, friends and institutional members.
- + AAMR
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- AAMR
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"AAMR" is more commonly referred to as "American Association on Mental Retardation" in the medical community.
American Association on Mental Retardation
A national, professional society focusing on research into intellectual and developmental disabilities and the human rights of and policies and practices dealing with people with such disabilities.
- + AAP
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- AAP
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"AAP" is more commonly referred to as "Alanine Aminopeptidase" in the medical community.
Alanine Aminopeptidase
An enzyme that, when measured in urine, may indicate kidney damage.
More Information on Alanine Aminopeptidase: Blood Tests
- + AAPCC
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- AAPCC
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"AAPCC" is more commonly referred to as "American Association of Poison Control Centers" in the medical community.
American Association of Poison Control Centers
A national organization of local poison control centers that sets voluntary standards for local centers, supports research and promotes public and professional educational opportunities toward a goal of reducing poisoning injuries and deaths.
- + Abarelix
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- Abarelix
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A type of gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH) antagonist, medications that reduce the amount of testosterone produced by the body.
More Information on Abarelix: Cancer Drug & Medication
- + ABC Behavior Model
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- ABC Behavior Model
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An approach used to manage or change a behavior. It stands for Antecedent (an occurrence prior to behavior) Behavior (reaction to the occurrence) Consequence (results that follow the behavior and will determine if behavior will occur again).
- + ABC Model of Behavior
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- ABC Model of Behavior
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Also Known As: "ABC Behavior Model"
An approach used to manage or change a behavior. It stands for Antecedent (an occurrence prior to behavior) Behavior (reaction to the occurrence) Consequence (results that follow the behavior and will determine if behavior will occur again).
- + ABC Team
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- ABC Team
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Also Known As: "ABCS, Active Bacterial Core Team"
A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) project designed to track five specific pathogens with a goal of better understanding each disease, how it spreads and its overall social impact.
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- ABCD Cancer Rating
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Also Known As: "Whitmore Jewett Staging System, ABCD Cancer Staging, ABCD Staging System, Jewett Staging System"
A staging system for prostate cancer that uses ABCD to designate if the cancer has spread and how far. A and B indicate cancer remains in the prostate; C means cancer has not spread to the lymph nodes; D means cancer has invaded the nodes.
More Information on ABCD Cancer Rating: Cancer Basics
- + ABCD Cancer Staging
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- ABCD Cancer Staging
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Also Known As: "Whitmore Jewett Staging System, ABCD Staging System, Jewett Staging System, ABCD Cancer Rating"
A staging system for prostate cancer that uses ABCD to designate if the cancer has spread and how far. A and B indicate cancer remains in the prostate; C means cancer has not spread to the lymph nodes; D means cancer has invaded the nodes.
More Information on ABCD Cancer Staging: Cancer Basics
- + ABCD Rating
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- ABCD Rating
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Also Known As: "ABCD Cancer Rating, Whitmore Jewett Staging System, ABCD Cancer Staging, ABCD Staging System, Jewett Staging System"
A staging system for prostate cancer that uses ABCD to designate if the cancer has spread and how far. A and B indicate cancer remains in the prostate; C means cancer has not spread to the lymph nodes; D means cancer has invaded the nodes.
More Information on ABCD Rating: Cancer Basics
- + ABCD Staging System
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- ABCD Staging System
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Also Known As: "Whitmore Jewett Staging System, Jewett Staging System, ABCD Cancer Rating, ABCD Cancer Staging"
A staging system for prostate cancer that uses ABCD to designate if the cancer has spread and how far. A and B indicate cancer remains in the prostate; C means cancer has not spread to the lymph nodes; D means cancer has invaded the nodes.
More Information on ABCD Staging System: Cancer Basics
- + ABCS
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- ABCS
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Also Known As: "Active Bacterial Core Team, ABC Team"
A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) project designed to track five specific pathogens with a goal of better understanding each disease, how it spreads and its overall social impact.
- + Abdomen
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- Abdomen
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The part of the body between the chest and the hips. Many digestive organs are located in this region, including the stomach, large and small intestines, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, spleen and bladder.
More Information on Abdomen: Digestive Health Basics
- + Abdomen Pain
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- Abdomen Pain
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Also Known As: "Belly Pain, Gastralgia, Stomach Pain, Stomach Ache, Gastrointestinal Pain, Gastric Pain, Ventral Pain"
Pain that originates near the abdomen or spread to this region from other areas. The gastrointestinal tract is a common source of pain.
More Information on Abdomen Pain: Abdominal Pain
- + Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
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- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
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Also Known As: "AAA"
The bulging or ballooning out of part of the wall of the abdominal aorta, which carries oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the body. While aortic aneurysm may be fatal, most cases are preventable with early detection.
More Information on Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: Aneurysm
- + Abdominal Aortic Aneurysmectomy
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- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysmectomy
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"Abdominal Aortic Aneurysmectomy" is more commonly referred to as "Aneurysmectomy" in the medical community.
Aneurysmectomy
A surgical procedure to remove an aneurysm.
More Information on Aneurysmectomy: Aneurysm
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- Abdominal Cramping
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Also Known As: "Stomach Cramping"
Abdominal pain caused by numerous sources (often muscle contractions) that varies greatly in intensity.
More Information on Abdominal Cramping: Abdominal Pain
- + Abdominal Hernia Repair
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- Abdominal Hernia Repair
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"Abdominal Hernia Repair" is more commonly referred to as "Hernia Repair" in the medical community.
Hernia Repair
Also Known As: "Hernia Repair Surgery, Laparoscopic Hernia Repair, Herniorrhaphy, Hiatal Herniorrhaphy, Hiatal Hernia Repair"
Surgery to repair a hernia.
More Information on Hernia Repair: Digestive Health Basics
- + Abdominal Hysterectomy
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- Abdominal Hysterectomy
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"Abdominal Hysterectomy" is more commonly referred to as "Hysterectomy" in the medical community.
Hysterectomy
Also Known As: "Vaginal Hysterectomy, Laparoscopic Hysterectomy, Open Hysterectomy"
Surgical removal of the uterus that may be performed through the abdomen, vagina or by laparoscopy. It is used in the treatment of cancers or uterine disorders. It may be performed alone of in combination with a oophorectomy (removal of the ovaries).
More Information on Hysterectomy: Uterine & Ovarian Health
- + Abdominal Migraine
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- Abdominal Migraine
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A type of migraine that involves periods of abdominal pain lasting for about two hours. It may be accompanied by nausea and vomiting. It is more common in children with a family history of migraine and who develop typical migraines later in life.
More Information on Abdominal Migraine: Headache & Migraine
- + Abdominal Myomectomy
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- Abdominal Myomectomy
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"Abdominal Myomectomy" is more commonly referred to as "Myomectomy" in the medical community.
Myomectomy
Also Known As: "Laparoscopic Myomectomy, Hysteroscopic Myomectomy"
A procedure in which a surgeon remove a uterine fibroid while leaving the healthy areas of the uterus in place. Types include laparoscopic myomectomy, hysteroscopic myomectomy and abdominal myomectomy.
More Information on Myomectomy: Uterine & Ovarian Health
- + Abdominal Pain
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- Abdominal Pain
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Also Known As: "Belly Pain, Gastralgia, Stomach Pain, Stomach Ache, Gastrointestinal Pain, Abdomen Pain, Gastric Pain, Ventral Pain"
Pain that originates near the abdomen or spread to this region from other areas. The gastrointestinal tract is a common source of pain.
More Information on Abdominal Pain: Abdominal Pain
- + Abdominal Paracentesis
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- Abdominal Paracentesis
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Also Known As: "Ascites Fluid Tap"
A procedure that uses a needle to remove excessive fluid from the abdomen.
- + Abdominal Pregnancy
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- Abdominal Pregnancy
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"Abdominal Pregnancy" is more commonly referred to as "Ectopic Pregnancy" in the medical community.
Ectopic Pregnancy
Also Known As: "Ovarian Pregnancy, Tubal Pregnancy, Cervical Pregnancy, Interstitial Pregnancy"
Pregnancy in which a fertilized egg develops outside the uterus, usually in the fallopian tubes (interstitial) but sometimes in the cervix, ovary or abdomen. The embryo must be removed to prevent rupture of internal organs.
More Information on Ectopic Pregnancy: Pregnancy Basics
- + Abdominoperineal Resection
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- Abdominoperineal Resection
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Surgery to remove the anus, the rectum, and part of the colon through an incision made in the abdomen. The end of the intestine is attached to an opening, and waste is collected in bag worn outside the body.
More Information on Abdominoperineal Resection: Digestive Treatments
- + Abduct
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- Abduct
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In medicine, a term to describe any motion of a part of the body away from the center of the body. Usually, the motion is also parallel to the center of the body. This action (abduction) is achieved through an abductor muscle.
- + Abfraction
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- Abfraction
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Also Known As: "Dental Abfraction, Tooth Abfraction"
Wearing of a tooth caused by bending (flexure). Its existence is controversial and it may be difficult to distinguish from attrition - tooth surface loss caused by tooth to tooth contact. It may occur in only one tooth.
More Information on Abfraction: Tooth Decay & Damage
- + Abfraction Lesions
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- Abfraction Lesions
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Also Known As: "Tooth Abfraction Lesions, Dental Abfraction Lesions"
Lines, cracks or notches in teeth that occur as the result of use over time. They can occur in any tooth, but are more common in molars and premolars - making teeth more susceptible to decay. They are not painful and most do not require treatment.
More Information on Abfraction Lesions: Tooth Decay & Damage
- + ABG
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- ABG
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"ABG" is more commonly referred to as "Arterial Blood Gases" in the medical community.
Arterial Blood Gases
Also Known As: "Blood Gas Analysis, Blood Gases"
A diagnostic test that measures the levels of certain gases in the blood traveling through the arteries. It is used to evaluate lung function, metabolism and the body's acid-base balance.
More Information on Arterial Blood Gases: Blood Tests
- + Ablation
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- Ablation
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Also Known As: "Cryoablation, Ablative Therapy, Thermal Ablation, Radiofrequency Ablation, Chemical Ablation"
Any procedure that removes or destroys a part of functioning tissue or organs. It can be accomplished through surgery, chemicals, radiofrequency, heat (thermal ablation) or cold (cryoablation).
More Information on Ablation: Chemo & Radiation Therapy
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- Ablative Therapy
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Also Known As: "Cryoablation, Thermal Ablation, Radiofrequency Ablation, Chemical Ablation"
Any procedure that removes or destroys a part of functioning tissue or organs. It can be accomplished through surgery, chemicals, radiofrequency, heat (thermal ablation) or cold (cryoablation).
More Information on Ablative Therapy: Chemo & Radiation Therapy
- + Abnormal Sexual Behaviors
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- Abnormal Sexual Behaviors
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"Abnormal Sexual Behaviors" is more commonly referred to as "Paraphilias" in the medical community.
Paraphilias
Also Known As: "Perverse Sexual Behaviors, Deviant Sexual Behaviors, Deviant Sexual Arousal"
Any of a variety of sexual behaviors that are generally regarded as distasteful, unusual or abnormal. These include fetishism, pedophilia, sexual masochism or sadism and voyeurism, among others.
More Information on Paraphilias: Impulse Control Disorders
- + Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
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- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
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"Abnormal Uterine Bleeding" is more commonly referred to as "Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding" in the medical community.
Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding
Also Known As: "Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding"
Irregular bleeding from the uterus. Types include menorrhagia (heavy menstrual bleeding), metrorrhagia (bleeding between menstrual periods), polymenorrhea (too frequent menstruation) and postmenopausal bleeding.
More Information on Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding: ObGyn Signs & Symptoms
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- Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding
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"Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding" is more commonly referred to as "Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding" in the medical community.
Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding
Also Known As: "Abnormal Uterine Bleeding"
Irregular bleeding from the uterus. Types include menorrhagia (heavy menstrual bleeding), metrorrhagia (bleeding between menstrual periods), polymenorrhea (too frequent menstruation) and postmenopausal bleeding.
More Information on Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding: ObGyn Signs & Symptoms
- + Abortion
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- Abortion
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Termination of a zygote, embryo or fetus during pregnancy. Types include induced (therapeutic or elective) and spontaneous (miscarriage).
More Information on Abortion: Pregnancy Basics
- + Abortion Pill
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- Abortion Pill
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Also Known As: "Medical Abortion, RU486, Mifepristone, Nonsurgical Abortion"
An oral drug that terminates a pregnancy up to nine weeks after conception.
More Information on Abortion Pill: Pregnancy Basics
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- Abortive Polio
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"Abortive Polio" is more commonly referred to as "Polio" in the medical community.
Polio
Also Known As: "Asymptomatic Polio, Paralytic Polio, Poliomyelitis, Infantile Paralysis, Symptomatic Polio, Nonparalytic Polio, Spinal Polio"
A contagious viral infection that affects the nervous system and may cause paralysis. It is most common in children under the age of 3. Use of vaccines to prevent polio has virtually eliminated the disease in the Western Hemisphere.
More Information on Polio: Infectious Disease Basics
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- ABP
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"ABP" is more commonly referred to as "Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring" in the medical community.
Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring
Also Known As: "Automatic BP System, Automatic Blood Pressure System, ABPM, 24 Hour Blood Pressure Test, Automatic BP Test, Ambulatory Blood Pressure, 24 Hour Automatic Blood Pressure Test"
A method of taking regular blood pressure (BP) readings of patients over 24 hours. A special monitor is used and patients keep an activity log. Most patients with BP disorders do not need ABPM and some physicians still consider it to be experimental.
More Information on Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring: Blood Pressure
- + ABPM
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- ABPM
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"ABPM" is more commonly referred to as "Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring" in the medical community.
Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring
Also Known As: "Automatic BP System, Automatic Blood Pressure System, 24 Hour Blood Pressure Test, Automatic BP Test, Ambulatory Blood Pressure, 24 Hour Automatic Blood Pressure Test, ABP"
A method of taking regular blood pressure (BP) readings of patients over 24 hours. A special monitor is used and patients keep an activity log. Most patients with BP disorders do not need ABPM and some physicians still consider it to be experimental.
More Information on Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring: Blood Pressure
- + Abrasion
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- Abrasion
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Also Known As: "Dental Abrasion, Tooth Abrasion"
Wearing of teeth that is caused by contact with foreign substances, such as holding objects between teeth or improper brushing. Also the dental technique used to remove tooth structure to fill a cavity.
More Information on Abrasion: Tooth Decay & Damage
- + Abrasions
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- Abrasions
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"Abrasions" is more commonly referred to as "Cuts & Other Common Wounds" in the medical community.
Cuts & Other Common Wounds
Also Known As: "Punctures, Scratches, Scrapes, Lacerations"
The most common skin wounds include cuts (a break or opening in the skin), lacerations (a jagged and irregular tear), scratches (minor scrapes from sharp objects), abrasions (rubbing away of the skin) and punctures (piercing by pointed object).
More Information on Cuts & Other Common Wounds: First Aid & Safety
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- Abrupt closure
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The sudden blockage of a blood vessel. Abrupt vessel closure is a major complication associated with treatments that are done through cardiac catheterization (e.g., balloon angioplasty with coronary stenting).
More Information on Abrupt closure: Catheter Tests & Procedures
- + Abrupt Vessel Closure
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- Abrupt Vessel Closure
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Also Known As: "Abrupt closure"
The sudden blockage of a blood vessel. Abrupt vessel closure is a major complication associated with treatments that are done through cardiac catheterization (e.g., balloon angioplasty with coronary stenting).
More Information on Abrupt Vessel Closure: Catheter Tests & Procedures
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- Abscess
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A localized and typically enclosed collection of pus and infected material. It often follows a bacterial infection or minor injury and can occur as a complication of certain types of inflammation.
More Information on Abscess: Infectious Disease Basics
- + Abscessed Gums
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- Abscessed Gums
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Also Known As: "Endodontic Abscess, Gum Abscess, Periodontal Abscess, Mouth Abscess, Tooth Abscess, Dental Abscess, Abscessed Teeth"
An area of pus that forms as the result of a bacterial infection. In the mouth, these may form in the gums, in teeth roots or after root canal treatment or in the gums.
More Information on Abscessed Gums: Oral Infections
- + Abscessed Teeth
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- Abscessed Teeth
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Also Known As: "Endodontic Abscess, Gum Abscess, Periodontal Abscess, Mouth Abscess, Tooth Abscess, Abscessed Gums, Dental Abscess"
An area of pus that forms as the result of a bacterial infection. In the mouth, these may form in the gums, in teeth roots or after root canal treatment or in the gums.
More Information on Abscessed Teeth: Oral Infections
- + Abscessed Teeth & Gums
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- Abscessed Teeth & Gums
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Also Known As: "Endodontic Abscess, Gum Abscess, Abscessed Teeth, Periodontal Abscess, Mouth Abscess, Tooth Abscess, Abscessed Gums, Dental Abscess"
An area of pus that forms as the result of a bacterial infection. In the mouth, these may form in the gums, in teeth roots or after root canal treatment or in the gums.
More Information on Abscessed Teeth & Gums: Oral Infections
- + Absence of the Septum Pellucidum
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- Absence of the Septum Pellucidum
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Also Known As: "ASP"
A rare disorder involving abnormal development of a thin membrane located along the middle of the brain. It is not life threatening alone, but often occurs with other cranial abnormalities.
More Information on Absence of the Septum Pellucidum: Birth & Genetic Disorders
- + Absence Seizures
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- Absence Seizures
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Also Known As: "Petit Mal Seizures"
A type of generalized seizure that causes momentary laspses in awareness that last only a few seconds. People may stare or look "absent" during the seizure. There is no warning and these do not cause any after effects.
More Information on Absence Seizures: Epilepsy & Seizure
- + Absent Menses
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- Absent Menses
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"Absent Menses" is more commonly referred to as "Amenorrhea" in the medical community.
Amenorrhea
Also Known As: "Dietary Amenorrhea, Primary Amenorrhea, Emotional Amenorrhea, Secondary Amenorrhea, Ovarian Amenorrhea, Absent Menstruation, Absent Periods"
Absence of menstruation. This may be normal, such as before puberty, during pregnancy and lactation and after menopause. Or, it may be caused by congenital abnormalities, anorexia, endocrine disorders, hormonal imbalances or metabolic conditions.
More Information on Amenorrhea: ObGyn Signs & Symptoms
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- Absent Menstruation
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"Absent Menstruation" is more commonly referred to as "Amenorrhea" in the medical community.
Amenorrhea
Also Known As: "Dietary Amenorrhea, Absent Periods, Primary Amenorrhea, Emotional Amenorrhea, Absent Menses, Secondary Amenorrhea, Ovarian Amenorrhea"
Absence of menstruation. This may be normal, such as before puberty, during pregnancy and lactation and after menopause. Or, it may be caused by congenital abnormalities, anorexia, endocrine disorders, hormonal imbalances or metabolic conditions.
More Information on Amenorrhea: ObGyn Signs & Symptoms
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- Absent Periods
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"Absent Periods" is more commonly referred to as "Amenorrhea" in the medical community.
Amenorrhea
Also Known As: "Dietary Amenorrhea, Primary Amenorrhea, Emotional Amenorrhea, Absent Menses, Secondary Amenorrhea, Ovarian Amenorrhea, Absent Menstruation"
Absence of menstruation. This may be normal, such as before puberty, during pregnancy and lactation and after menopause. Or, it may be caused by congenital abnormalities, anorexia, endocrine disorders, hormonal imbalances or metabolic conditions.
More Information on Amenorrhea: ObGyn Signs & Symptoms
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- Absorptiometry
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"Absorptiometry" is more commonly referred to as "Bone Density Test" in the medical community.
Bone Density Test
Also Known As: "Bone Densitometry, Radiographic Absorptiometry, DEXA Scan, Dual Energy X Ray Absorptiometry Scan, Dual Photon Densitometry"
A method of estimating bone density by the amount of x-ray radiation absorbed by bones and tissues. It is used to diagnosis osteoporosis and related conditions.
More Information on Bone Density Test: Bone Health
- + Absorption
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- Absorption
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A biological process that usually occurs after digestion in the small intestine. Nutrients (vitamins, minerals, protein, carbohydrates and fat) are separated from ingested foods and distributed throughout the body.
- + ABT 510
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- ABT 510
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Also Known As: "BAY 12 9566, AE 941, Carboxyamidotriazole, Batimastat"
A type of angiogenesis inhibitor, medications being researched for use in cancer therapy. These drugs block the development of new blood vessels that feed tumors, starving them of oxygen and nutrients.
More Information on ABT 510: Cancer Drug & Medication
- + ABT 751
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- ABT 751
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A type of sulfonamide antibiotic that is being researched for use in cancer treatment.
More Information on ABT 751: Cancer Drug & Medication
- + Abuse
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- Abuse
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Abuse may be physical, mental or emotional and can include spousal abuse, child abuse and elder abuse. All forms of abuse may result in psychological damage.
More Information on Abuse: Relationships
- + Abuse of Children
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- Abuse of Children
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"Abuse of Children" is more commonly referred to as "Child Abuse & Neglect" in the medical community.
Child Abuse & Neglect
Also Known As: "Child Abuse"
The damage done by child abuse is not just physical. Abused children may harbor long-lasting psychological "wounds" that often are not revealed until the child becomes an adolescent or adult.
More Information on Child Abuse & Neglect: Relationships
- + Abutment
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- Abutment
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A tooth, root or other structure used to support (or anchor) a dental prothesis, whether permanent or removable.
More Information on Abutment: Bridges, Dentures & Implants
- + Abutment Crown
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- Abutment Crown
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A dental crown that is used to support (or anchor) a dental prothesis, whether permanent or removable.
More Information on Abutment Crown: Bridges, Dentures & Implants
- + Abutment Teeth
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- Abutment Teeth
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Also Known As: "Abutment Tooth"
A tooth or teeth that are used to support (or anchor) a dental prothesis, whether permanent or removable.
More Information on Abutment Teeth: Bridges, Dentures & Implants
- + Abutment Tooth
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- Abutment Tooth
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A tooth or teeth that are used to support (or anchor) a dental prothesis, whether permanent or removable.
More Information on Abutment Tooth: Bridges, Dentures & Implants
- + ABX EGF
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- ABX EGF
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A medication that belongs to the drug class of monoclonal antibodies and is being researched for use in cancer treatment. These drugs are designed to target specific substances called antigens. They locate and bind to cancer cells.
More Information on ABX EGF: Cancer Drug & Medication
- + ACAAI
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- ACAAI
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"ACAAI" is more commonly referred to as "American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology" in the medical community.
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
Group of allergists, immunologists and related healthcare professionals working to improve patient care through research, education and sponsorship.
- + Academic Problem
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- Academic Problem
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Problems of an academic or scholastic nature that are not accounted for by a learning disorder or other mental disorder or that are too severe to be justified only by the learning or mental disorder present.
More Information on Academic Problem: Attention & Learning Disorders
- + Academy Of General Dentistry
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- Academy Of General Dentistry
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A non-profit organization whose mission is to advance the value and excellence of general dentistry (prevention, diagnosis, treatment and coordination of dental care for patients of all ages).
- + Acanthamoeba Infection
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- Acanthamoeba Infection
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Infection that occurs when one of several types of the acanthamoeba parasite enters the body through the nostrils, eyes or open wounds. Highly treatable in the eyes and skin, it can be fatal if infection reaches the central nervous system.
More Information on Acanthamoeba Infection: Parasitic Disease
- + Acanthosis Nigricans
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- Acanthosis Nigricans
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Also Known As: "AN"
A disorder in which the skin develops velvety, light-brown-to-black markings usually on the neck, under the arms or in the groin. It is more common in overweight people and in those with higher than normal insulin levels.
More Information on Acanthosis Nigricans: Skin Discoloration
- + Acarbose
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- Acarbose
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A medication used to treat type 2 diabetes that works by slowing digestion. As food breaks down, blood sugar (glucose) is released. This medication helps prevent glucose levels from rising sharply after meals.
More Information on Acarbose: Diabetes & Endocrine Drugs
- + Acathisia
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- Acathisia
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"Acathisia" is more commonly referred to as "Akathisia" in the medical community.
Akathisia
An inability to remain still due to psychological anxiety. Patients often complain of a feeling of inner restlessness, urgent needs to move and quivering muscles. It often manifests as a side effect of antipsychotic medications.
More Information on Akathisia: Anxiety Disorders
- + Accelerated Immunotherapy
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- Accelerated Immunotherapy
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"Accelerated Immunotherapy" is more commonly referred to as "Allergy Shots" in the medical community.
Allergy Shots
Also Known As: "Enzyme Potentiated Desensitization, Low Dose Immunotherapy, Rush Immunotherapy, EPD, Desensitization"
Allergy shots used to increase a person's tolerance to an allergen, reducing the symptoms, but not actually curing the allergy. They may be recommended to people who suffer from allergies more than 3 months a year.
More Information on Allergy Shots: Allergy & Asthma Drugs
- + Accelerated Phase
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- Accelerated Phase
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A phase of myeloid leukemia that indicates the cancer is progressing. The number of abnormal cells in bone marrow and blood is higher than in the chronic phase, but not as high as the blast phase.
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- Acceptable Daily Intake
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Also Known As: "ADI"
A stated amount of a particular substance and or chemical in food that is deemed safe if consumed daily over a lifetime. If the specified amount is not exceeded there should be no health risks for humans.
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- Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges
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Also Known As: "AMDR"
A recommended range of daily intakes for fat, carbohydrate, and protein based their role in chronic disease risk, as well as to ensure adequate intake of other essential nutrients. AMDR is expressed as a percent of daily calories.
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