~Bartter syndrome	Hits:6
Definition~Bartter syndrome refers to a rare group of conditions that affect the kidneys. People with ~Bartter syndrome have a loss of potassium (hypokalemic alkalosis) and a rise...	12/04/2007
~Bartholin’s abscess	Hits:28
Definition~Bartholin's abscess is the build-up of pus that forms a lump (swelling) in one of the ~Bartholin's glands, which are located on each side of the vaginal opening.TopAlternative Names Abscess - ~Bartholin's; Infected...	12/04/2007
~Barrier methods of birt	Hits:4
Female normal anatomyDuring a normal monthly cycle, one of a woman's ovaries will produce a mature egg that will travel through the fallopian tube into the uterus. If sperm fertilizes this egg, the egg will attach itself to the uterine...	12/04/2007
~Barrett’s esophagus	Hits:4
Definition~Barrett's esophagus is a disorder in which the lining of the esophagus (the tube that carries food from the throat to the stomach) is damaged. The damage is caused by stomach acid that leaks back into the esophagus. This leakage...	12/04/2007
~Barium ingestion	Hits:2
An upper GI series is performed to examine the esophagus, stomach, and small intestine. The purpose of the test is to detect abnormalities in those areas. ~Barium ingestion Top	12/04/2007
~Barium enema	Hits:12
DefinitionA barium enema is given in order to perform an x-ray examination of the large intestines. Pictures are taken after rectal instillation of barium sulfate (a radiopaque contrast medium).TopAlternative Names Lower gastrointestinal...	12/04/2007
~Barbiturate intoxicatio	Hits:5
Definition~Barbiturates are a type of depressant drug that causes relaxation and sleepiness. In relatively low doses, barbiturates and alcohol have very similar clinical syndromes of intoxication.However, excessive and prolonged dosages of...	12/04/2007
~Bananas and upset stoma	Hits:4
DefinitionTopAlternative Names~BRATTopInformation~Bananas are part of the ~BRAT diet, a diet many physicians and nurses recommend for children recovering from gastrointestinal problems, particularly diarrhea. ~BRAT stands for the different...	12/04/2007
~B and T cell screen	Hits:4
DefinitionA test that makes a quantitative measurement of T and ~B lymphocytes in the blood.TopAlternative Names Direct immunofluorescence; E-rosetting; T and ~B lymphocyte assays; ~B and T lymphocyte assays TopHow the test...	12/04/2007
~Balanitis	Hits:15
Definition~Balanitis is an inflammation of the foreskin and head of the penis.TopAlternative Names ~Balanoposthitis TopCauses, incidence, and risk factors~Balanitis is usually caused by poor hygiene in uncircumcised men. The inflammation...	12/04/2007
~Bananas and nausea	Hits:1
~Bananas can help relieve an upset stomach by stimulating the production of mucus from the stomach lining. The mucus creates a barrier between the stomach lining and the acidic gastric substances that cause heartburn and stomach upset....	12/04/2007
~Balance receptors	Hits:0
Deep inside the head is the inner ear, which contains 3 small, fluid-filled structures called the semicircular canals (ducts). Each duct has a swelling at the end called the ampulla. Within the ampulla are tiny "balance" receptors called...	12/04/2007
~Balanced diet	Hits:0
DefinitionA balanced diet refers to intake of appropriate types and adequate amounts of foods and drinks to supply nutrition and energy for the maintenance of body cells, tissues, and organs, and to support normal...	12/04/2007
~Baking soda overdose	Hits:1
DefinitionThis is poisoning from an overdose of baking soda.Some athletes and coaches believe that drinking baking soda prior to competition ("soda loading") helps them perform for longer periods of time. This is extremely dangerous, and...	12/04/2007
~Baker’s cyst	Hits:0
Definition~Baker's cyst is an accumulation of joint fluid (synovial fluid) that forms behind the knee.TopAlternative Names Popliteal cyst TopCauses, incidence, and risk factors~Baker's cyst is a fluid collection behind the knee. This...	12/04/2007
~Baking powder overdose	Hits:1
DefinitionThis is poisoning from an overdose of baking powder.See also: ~Baking soda overdoseTopAlternative Names Sodium bicarbonate TopPoisonous IngredientSodium bicarbonate is the main ingredient of baking powder, which...	12/04/2007
~Baker's cyst	Hits:2
A baker's cyst is seen as a swelling behind the knee. It forms when joint fluid collects behind the knee. The swelling may be due from inflammation or from other causes, like arthritis. The condition can be seen in both adults and children...	12/04/2007
~BAER - brainstem audito	Hits:0
DefinitionThe brainstem auditory evoked response (~BAER) test measures brain wave activity that occurs in response to clicks or certain tones.TopAlternative Names Evoked auditory potentials; ~BAEP - brainstem auditory evoked potentials...	12/04/2007
~Bacterial pericarditis	Hits:0
~Bacterial pericarditis is an inflammation of the pericardium, the sac-like covering of the heart, caused by a bacterial infection. The bacterial infection causes inflammation and swelling of the pericardium. Pain occurs as a result of the...	12/04/2007
~Bacterial gastroenterit	Hits:1
Definition~Bacterial gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the stomach and intestines caused by bacteria or bacterial toxins (see also food poisoning).TopAlternative Names Infectious diarrhea - bacterial gastroenteritis...	12/04/2007

1   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10   11  Next>>  End Current Page:1 , Total 19 Pages, Every Page 20 Records, Total Records: 377