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- BP
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"BP" is more commonly referred to as "Blood Pressure" in the medical community.
Blood Pressure
A measure of the force, or tension, of the blood against the walls of the arteries. The higher this measurement, the higher the workload -- and strain -- on the heart. Blood pressure is expressed as systolic pressure over diastolic pressure.
More Information on Blood Pressure: Blood Pressure
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- BPBD
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"BPBD" is more commonly referred to as "Benign Proliferative Breast Disease" in the medical community.
Benign Proliferative Breast Disease
Also Known As: "Benign Breast Hyperplasia, Ductal Hyperplasia, Lobular Hyperplasia, Breast Hyperplasia, Papillomas"
A group of breast-related conditions that, while noncancerous (benign), increase the risk of developing breast cancer. These include ductal hyperplasia, lobular hyperplasia and papillomas.
More Information on Benign Proliferative Breast Disease: Breast Health
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- BPD
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A chronic lung disease that may occur in premature infants, particularly those who have relied on a respirator or other form of artificial ventilation for an extended period of time.
More Information on BPD: Newborn Care
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- BPH
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"BPH" is more commonly referred to as "Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia" in the medical community.
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Also Known As: "Enlarged Prostate, Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy"
Enlargement of the prostate that is not cancerous. It is associated with aging and may cause problems with starting and stopping the flow of urine.
More Information on Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Prostate & Testicular
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- BPI
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Also Known As: "Pain Inventory"
A brief questionnaire taken by patients that helps physicians to assess their level of pain and to make changes to treatments plans to improve their quality of life.
More Information on BPI: Cancer Basics
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- Braces
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Also Known As: "Orthodontic Braces, Orthodontic Appliances, Dental Braces, Tooth Braces, Removable Appliances"
Devices used to realign the teeth and/or jaw into a correct (or improved) position. They may be used to correct cosmetic or functional problems, such as overbites, underbites, crooked teeth and more. They may be fixed or removable.
More Information on Braces: Dental Braces & Alignment
- + Braces in Adults
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- Braces in Adults
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Orthodontic treatments to correct misaligned teeth or jaw that are completed in adulthood. While typically associated with adolescence, there is not age limit for these treatments, which may performed for cosmetic or functional reasons.
More Information on Braces in Adults: Dental Braces & Alignment
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- Brachial Plexus Injuries
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Damage to the nerves that conduct signals from the spine to the shoulders, arms and hands. While damage can occur at any time, most cases are caused by complications during childbirth. Types include Erb Duchenne palsy and Dejerine Klumpke palsy.
More Information on Brachial Plexus Injuries: Pediatric Brain & Nerve
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- Brachycephaly
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A condition in which the bones at the front, top and sides of the skull fuse prematurely, shortening the head from front to back.
More Information on Brachycephaly: Pediatric Brain & Nerve
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- Brachytherapy
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Also Known As: "Radioactive Implant, Interstitial Radiation, Implant Radiation, Seed Implantation, Internal Radiation"
A type of radiation therapy in which a burst of radiation is introduced directly into a tumor to shrink or close the growth.
More Information on Brachytherapy: Chemo & Radiation Therapy
- + Bradbury Eggleston Syndrome
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- Bradbury Eggleston Syndrome
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"Bradbury Eggleston Syndrome" is more commonly referred to as "Orthostatic Hypotension" in the medical community.
Orthostatic Hypotension
Also Known As: "Postural Hypotension"
A sudden fall in blood pressure that occurs when a person assumes a standing position. It may be caused by a decreased amount of blood in the body, Addison's disease, atherosclerosis, diabetes or other illnesses.
More Information on Orthostatic Hypotension: Neuro Signs & Symptoms
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- Brady-Tachy Syndrome
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"Brady-Tachy Syndrome" is more commonly referred to as "Sick Sinus Syndrome" in the medical community.
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Also Known As: "SSS, Tachy-Brady Syndrome, Sinus Node Dysfunction"
A condition in which the sinus node (the heart's natural pacemaker) malfunctions, causing an abnormal heart rhythm.
More Information on Sick Sinus Syndrome: Arrhythmia
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- Bradyarrhythmia
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Also Known As: "Bradydysarrhythmia"
An unusually slow heart rate (less than 60 beats per minute).
More Information on Bradyarrhythmia: Arrhythmia
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- Bradycardia
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Also Known As: "Bradyarrhythmia, Bradydysarrhythmia"
An unusually slow heart rate (less than 60 beats per minute).
More Information on Bradycardia: Arrhythmia
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- Bradydysarrhythmia
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Also Known As: "Bradyarrhythmia"
An unusually slow heart rate (less than 60 beats per minute).
More Information on Bradydysarrhythmia: Arrhythmia
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- Bradykinesia
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Slow movement. It is a sign of many neurological conditions, including Parkinson's disease. It often progresses to akinesia (the inability to begin or maintain movement).
More Information on Bradykinesia: Movement Disorders
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- Bradyphrenia
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Slowed thought process. It may occur as a symptom of a neurological condition or the side effect of certain medications.
- + Brain & Nervous System
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- Brain & Nervous System
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The nervous system controls all of the motor and sensory function of the body. Nerves branch off from the brain and spinal cord (the central nervous system) and extend to the rest of the body (peripheral nervous system.
More Information on Brain & Nervous System: Brain & Nerve Basics
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- Brain Abscess
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Also Known As: "Central Nervous System Abscess, Cerebral Abscess, CNS Abscess"
A localized collection of pus in an area of the brain or central nervous system. The commonly occur when bacteria or fungi infect the brain. To fight infection, the brain inflames and pressure increases. This can be life threatening if untreated.
More Information on Brain Abscess: Brain Related Infections
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- Brain Atrophy
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"Brain Atrophy" is more commonly referred to as "Cerebral Atrophy" in the medical community.
Cerebral Atrophy
The shrinking or wasting away (atrophy) of brain tissue.
More Information on Cerebral Atrophy: Neuro Signs & Symptoms
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- Brain Attack
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"Brain Attack" is more commonly referred to as "Stroke & the Brain" in the medical community.
Stroke & the Brain
Also Known As: "Embolic Stroke, Ischemic Stroke, CVA, Cerebrovascular Accident, Thrombotic Stroke, Hemorrhagic Stroke"
A potentially fatal event in which oxygen-rich blood flow to the brain is restricted. There are two main types: ischemic (caused by obstructing blood clot) and hemorrhagic (caused by bleeding in the brain). Ischemic is most common.
More Information on Stroke & the Brain: Stroke
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- Brain Concussion
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"Brain Concussion" is more commonly referred to as "Concussion" in the medical community.
Concussion
Also Known As: "Cerebral Concussion, Head Concussion"
A mild type of head injury involving the brain that commonly triggers headaches. The headaches usually resolve with time, but severe headaches may indicate a more serious condition (e.g., hemorrhage).
More Information on Concussion: Head & Spine Injury
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- Brain Death
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Loss of all brain function, including signals to the heart that are necessary to maintain life. Cardiac and lung function may be maintained with artificial means. Brain death may follow a severe injury or other insult to the nervous system.
More Information on Brain Death: Brain & Nerve Basics
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- Brain Embolism
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"Brain Embolism" is more commonly referred to as "Cerebral Embolism" in the medical community.
Cerebral Embolism
The obstruction of a blood vessel in the brain by a foreign substance (usually a blood clot) that has traveled through the bloodstream from another part of the body. It is a common cause of stroke.
More Information on Cerebral Embolism: Blood Clot
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- Brain Hemorrhage
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"Brain Hemorrhage" is more commonly referred to as "Cerebral Hemorrhage" in the medical community.
Cerebral Hemorrhage
Potentially fatal bleeding within the brain that can be caused by an injury, ruptured aneurysms, atherosclerosis, high blood pressure or other factors. Types include an intracerebral hemorrhage and a subarachnoid hemorrhage.
More Information on Cerebral Hemorrhage: Brain & Nerve Basics
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- Brain Injury
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"Brain Injury" is more commonly referred to as "Head Injury" in the medical community.
Head Injury
Also Known As: "Head Trauma, Brain Trauma"
Injury to the scalp, skull or brain. These range from mild to potentially life threatening. Associated headaches often resolve with time, but should be reported. Severe headaches may indicate a serious condition (e.g., hemorrhage).
More Information on Head Injury: Head & Spine Injury
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- Brain Related Blood Tests
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A test that determines the amount of any given substance in the blood and identifies abnormally high or low levels that may affect normal body functions, including neurological functions.
More Information on Brain Related Blood Tests: Brain & Nerve Tests
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- Brain Scan
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Also Known As: "Neuroimaging"
The use of different imaging technologies such as CT, MRI or PET scans to reveal injury or disease of the brain. Conditions that may be diagnosed include brain tumors, blood vessel malformations, epilepsy, neuropathy, stroke or brain damage.
More Information on Brain Scan: Brain & Nerve Tests
- + Brain Stem Glioma
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- Brain Stem Glioma
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A tumor that occurs in the lowest part of the brain that connects to the spinal cord, the brain stem.
More Information on Brain Stem Glioma: Brain & Nerve Cancer
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- Brain Trauma
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"Brain Trauma" is more commonly referred to as "Head Injury" in the medical community.
Head Injury
Also Known As: "Brain Injury, Head Trauma"
Injury to the scalp, skull or brain. These range from mild to potentially life threatening. Associated headaches often resolve with time, but should be reported. Severe headaches may indicate a serious condition (e.g., hemorrhage).
More Information on Head Injury: Head & Spine Injury
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- Brain Tumors
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Also Known As: "Neurocytomas, Craniopharyngiomas, Primary Brain Tumors, Ganglioneuromas, Germinomas, Astrocytomas, Meningiomas, Glioblastomas"
Brain tumors are diseases in which cancer cells begin to grow in the tissues of the brain. Tumors that start in the brain are called primary brain tumors. Tumors can occur in other parts of the body and spread to the brain (metastases).
More Information on Brain Tumors: Brain & Nerve Cancer
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- Brain Tumors in Children
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Also Known As: "Juvenile Ependymoma, Ependymoma in Children, Pediatric Brain Tumors, Juvenile Brain Tumors, Pediatric Ependymoma"
Primary brain tumors are the second most common form of cancer in childhood, next to leukemia.
More Information on Brain Tumors in Children: Pediatric Cancer
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- Brainerd Diarrhea
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Acute onset of watery diarrhea (3 or more loose stools per day) lasting 4 weeks or longer. It occurs in outbreaks or as sporadic cases and is named after Brainerd, Minnesota, where the first outbreak occurred in 1983.
More Information on Brainerd Diarrhea: Gastroenteritis & Food Illness
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- Brainstem
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Part of the lower brain connecting the spinal cord to the cerebellum. Responsible for numerous essential body functions including coordinating movement, breathing and regulating heart beat.
More Information on Brainstem: Brain & Nerve Basics
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- Bran
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Also Known As: "Bran Fiber"
The protective coating around a grain kernel. It is rich in dietary fiber and nutrients. The fiber helps keep the intestines clean, protects the heart and helps lower the risk of cancer.
More Information on Bran: Carbs & Sugars
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- Bran Fiber
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The protective coating around a grain kernel. It is rich in dietary fiber and nutrients. The fiber helps keep the intestines clean, protects the heart and helps lower the risk of cancer.
More Information on Bran Fiber: Carbs & Sugars
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- Branchiopod
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"Branchiopod" is more commonly referred to as "Crustacean" in the medical community.
Crustacean
Also Known As: "Pelagic, Malacostracan, Stomatopod, Copepod"
An invertebrate animal (e.g., shrimp, crabs, barnacles) containing a hard shell with multiple sectioned legs and at least two sets of antennae.
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- Brazelton Neonatal Behavioral Assessment
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A scale used in the evaluation of a newborn infant's behavior and response, focusing on interaction with the environment, motor processes, physiological control and stress response.
More Information on Brazelton Neonatal Behavioral Assessment: Growth & Development
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- Brazilian Rubber Tree Sap
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"Brazilian Rubber Tree Sap" is more commonly referred to as "Latex" in the medical community.
Latex
Also Known As: "Natural Rubber Products"
The milky sap derived from the rubber tree and used in many products, such as rubber gloves, rubber bands, condoms, tubing and Band-Aids. One in every 1,000 people develops a latex allergy.
More Information on Latex: Latex Allergy
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- BRCA1
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A gene that, when mutated (damaged), indicates that a woman is at increased risk of breast or ovarian cancer compared to women without the mutation. Genetic testing is available for this gene, which can be passed to children.
More Information on BRCA1: Breast Cancer
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- BRCA2
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A gene that, when mutated (damaged), indicates that a woman is at increased risk of breast or ovarian cancer. It may also indicate higher breast cancer risk for men. Genetic testing is available for this gene, which can be passed to children.
More Information on BRCA2: Breast Cancer
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- Breakbone Fever
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"Breakbone Fever" is more commonly referred to as "Dengue Fever" in the medical community.
Dengue Fever
An infectious disease of tropical and subtropical regions transmitted by mosquitoes and marked by rash, headache and achy joints. Pain is severe enough that it has been nicknamed "breakbone fever."
More Information on Dengue Fever: Tropical Disease
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- Breakthrough Bleeding
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"Breakthrough Bleeding" is more commonly referred to as "Metrorrhagia" in the medical community.
Metrorrhagia
Also Known As: "Intermenstrual Bleeding, Spotting"
Any uterine bleeding that occurs outside of the regular menstrual period cycle. It is not usually excessive or prolonged. It is also not often associated with menstruation and therefore may indicate an underlying problem.
More Information on Metrorrhagia: Menstruation
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- Breakthrough Pain
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Pain that occurs between doses of scheduled pain medicine. Patients with certain types of pain are urged to take medications regularly and continuously - even if they do not feel pain - to avoid breakthrough pain.
More Information on Breakthrough Pain: Pain Basics
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- Breast Augmentation
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Also Known As: "Augmentation Mammoplasty"
Procedures to increase (augment) breast size. These are different from reconstructive surgeries performed after full or partial mastectomies.
More Information on Breast Augmentation: Breast Health
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- Breast Biopsy
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Also Known As: "Stereotactic Breast Biopsy, Breast Needle Biopsy"
Removal of tissue from a breast tumor or mass to determine if cells are cancerous (malignant) or harmless (benign). It can be performed using a needle to remove a small amount of tissue or through surgery.
More Information on Breast Biopsy: Breast Health
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- Breast Cancer
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Also Known As: "Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Medullary Carcinoma"
Cancer that begins in the breast. About one woman out of eight will develop breast cancer, making it the most common malignant cancer in women. Breast cancer is divided into two types: invasive or noninvasive cancer.
More Information on Breast Cancer: Breast Cancer
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- Breast Cancer in Children
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Also Known As: "Juvenile Breast Cancer, Pediatric Breast Cancer"
Breast cancer in children is a very rare occurrence. It is uncommon under the age of 40. The risk for breast cancer typically increases after the age of 50.
More Information on Breast Cancer in Children: Pediatric Cancer
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- Breast Cancer in Males
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Breast cancer occurs very rarely in men, accounting for less than 1 percent of male cancers, according to the CDC.
More Information on Breast Cancer in Males: Breast Cancer
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- Breast Cancer in Men
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Also Known As: "Breast Cancer in Males"
Breast cancer occurs very rarely in men, accounting for less than 1 percent of male cancers, according to the CDC.
More Information on Breast Cancer in Men: Breast Cancer
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- Breast Cancer Prevention Trial
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Also Known As: "BCPT"
Clinical research trial funded by the National Cancer Institute. The key question was whether use of tamoxifen could prevent breast cancer in women with increased risk and/or decrease the number of heart attacks and bone fractures in these women.
More Information on Breast Cancer Prevention Trial: Breast Cancer
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- Breast Cancer Risk Assessment
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"Breast Cancer Risk Assessment" is more commonly referred to as "Gail Model" in the medical community.
Gail Model
A computer program that uses personal and family history to estimate a woman¿s chance of developing breast cancer.
More Information on Gail Model: Breast Cancer
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- Breast Conservation Surgery
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"Breast Conservation Surgery" is more commonly referred to as "Lumpectomy" in the medical community.
Lumpectomy
Also Known As: "Limited Breast Surgery, Segmental Mastectomy, Tylectomy, Partial Mastectomy, Segmental Breast Excision, Breast Conservation Therapy, Breast Sparing Surgery"
Surgical removal of the cancerous tissue within the breast without removing any other part of the breast. It may also include removal of the lymph nodes in the armpit (axilla).
More Information on Lumpectomy: Breast Cancer
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- Breast Conservation Therapy
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"Breast Conservation Therapy" is more commonly referred to as "Lumpectomy" in the medical community.
Lumpectomy
Also Known As: "Limited Breast Surgery, Segmental Mastectomy, Tylectomy, Breast Sparing Surgery, Breast Conservation Surgery, Partial Mastectomy, Segmental Breast Excision"
Surgical removal of the cancerous tissue within the breast without removing any other part of the breast. It may also include removal of the lymph nodes in the armpit (axilla).
More Information on Lumpectomy: Breast Cancer
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- Breast Discharge
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"Breast Discharge" is more commonly referred to as "Nipple Discharge" in the medical community.
Nipple Discharge
The discharge of any fluid from the nipple of a women who is not lactating or breastfeeding.
More Information on Nipple Discharge: Breast Health
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- Breast Duct Endoscopy
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A procedure in which a thin, flexible tube equipped with a light and camera is inserted through the nipple and into the breast ducts to allow the physician to check for abnormal tissue. Tissue and fluid samples can also be taken.
More Information on Breast Duct Endoscopy: Breast Cancer
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- Breast Duct Lavage
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"Breast Duct Lavage" is more commonly referred to as "Ductal Lavage" in the medical community.
Ductal Lavage
A procedure in which a catheter (thin, flexible tube) is inserted through the nipple and into the breast ducts to introduce a saline solution. When the saline is removed through the catheter, it takes ductal cells with it for later lab examination.
More Information on Ductal Lavage: Breast Cancer
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- Breast Hyperplasia
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"Breast Hyperplasia" is more commonly referred to as "Benign Proliferative Breast Disease" in the medical community.
Benign Proliferative Breast Disease
Also Known As: "Benign Breast Hyperplasia, Ductal Hyperplasia, Lobular Hyperplasia, Papillomas, BPBD"
A group of breast-related conditions that, while noncancerous (benign), increase the risk of developing breast cancer. These include ductal hyperplasia, lobular hyperplasia and papillomas.
More Information on Benign Proliferative Breast Disease: Breast Health
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- Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System
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Also Known As: "BI RADS"
A system of the American College of Radiology (ACR) for reporting results of mammograms. There are six categories: 0 (needs additional evaluation), 1 (negative), 2 (benign), 3 (probably benign), 4 (suspicious) and 5 (highly suggestive of cancer).
More Information on Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System: Breast Cancer
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- Breast Implants
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A fluid-filled sac that is used to rebuild the shape of the breasts. It may be used after mastectomy (surgical removal of the breasts). Implants may be filled with saline (saltwater) or silicone.
More Information on Breast Implants: Breast Health
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- Breast Needle Biopsy
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Also Known As: "Stereotactic Breast Biopsy"
Removal of tissue from a breast tumor or mass to determine if cells are cancerous (malignant) or harmless (benign). It can be performed using a needle to remove a small amount of tissue or through surgery.
More Information on Breast Needle Biopsy: Breast Health
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- Breast Pain
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Also Known As: "Mastalgia"
Breast pain is most often caused by hormonal changes, such as before or during menstruation. Only very rarely does breast pain indicate breast cancer.
More Information on Breast Pain: ObGyn Signs & Symptoms
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- Breast Pump
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A device used to pump milk from a lactating woman. Some version pump one breast while others pump both breasts at the same time. They work by simulating a baby's natural sucking motion. Manual and automatic versions are available.
More Information on Breast Pump: Newborn Care
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- Breast Reconstruction
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Also Known As: "Breast Reconstruction Surgery"
Surgical technique to rebuild the breast contour following mastectomy. May involve using a woman's own tissue or a breast implant and can include re-creating the nipple and areola.
More Information on Breast Reconstruction: Breast Cancer
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- Breast Reconstruction Surgery
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Surgical technique to rebuild the breast contour following mastectomy. May involve using a woman's own tissue or a breast implant and can include re-creating the nipple and areola.
More Information on Breast Reconstruction Surgery: Breast Cancer
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- Breast Reduction
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Procedures to decrease (reduce) breast size.
More Information on Breast Reduction: Breast Health
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- Breast Self Examination
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Checking a person's own breasts for lumps or suspicious changes. Although a breast self-exam is recommended to be done once a month after age 20, the benefits of a BSE have not yet been clinically proven.
More Information on Breast Self Examination: Breast Health
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- Breast Sparing Surgery
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"Breast Sparing Surgery" is more commonly referred to as "Lumpectomy" in the medical community.
Lumpectomy
Also Known As: "Limited Breast Surgery, Segmental Mastectomy, Tylectomy, Breast Conservation Surgery, Partial Mastectomy, Segmental Breast Excision, Breast Conservation Therapy"
Surgical removal of the cancerous tissue within the breast without removing any other part of the breast. It may also include removal of the lymph nodes in the armpit (axilla).
More Information on Lumpectomy: Breast Cancer
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- Breastfeeding
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The process of feeding an infant with milk produced in a woman's mammary glands. Research has found many benefits for both the nursing infant and mother. However, there are factors that need to be considered.
More Information on Breastfeeding: Newborn Care
- + Breastfeeding, Allergies & Asthma
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- Breastfeeding, Allergies & Asthma
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Studies have suggested that breastfeeding may delay or prevent the development of inherited (atopic) allergies in infants by letting the immune system mature
More Information on Breastfeeding, Allergies & Asthma: Pediatric Allergy & Asthma
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- Breastmilk
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The milk that is produced in a woman's mammary glands and excreted through her nipples. While breastfeeding is frequently considered the best option for infant nutrition, other alternatives are available.
More Information on Breastmilk: Newborn Care
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- Breath Holding
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Some very young children may stop breathing, turn blue or pale and possibly pass out after crying spells. In most cases, this is not a cause of serious concern and the child will return to normal after a few seconds or minutes.
More Information on Breath Holding: Pediatric Signs & Symptoms
- + Breath Tests
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- Breath Tests
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Procedures for detecting the presence of alcohol, bacteria or other substances in exhaled air.
More Information on Breath Tests: Digestive Lab Tests
- + Breathing Difficulty
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- Breathing Difficulty
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Also Known As: "Trouble Breathing, Labored Breathing"
Allergies, asthma and other conditions can lead to a variety of breathing problems, from mild congestion to severe shortness of breath.
More Information on Breathing Difficulty: Breathing & Lung
- + Breathing Exercises
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- Breathing Exercises
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Breathing is something most people take for granted. When we are under stress we tend to hold our breath or take short, shallow breaths. Breathing exercises can be very helpful for reducing stress, relaxing and rejuvenating both body and mind.
More Information on Breathing Exercises: Stress
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- Breathing Problems
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Also Known As: "Trouble Breathing, Breathing Difficulty, Labored Breathing"
Allergies, asthma and other conditions can lead to a variety of breathing problems, from mild congestion to severe shortness of breath.
More Information on Breathing Problems: Breathing & Lung
- + Breathing Problems & Cancer
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- Breathing Problems & Cancer
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Problems with the respiratory system, including coughing, wheezing or shortness of breath. They can be caused by a number of factors. Some forms of cancer may produce these symptoms, but so may a variety of less serious conditions.
More Information on Breathing Problems & Cancer: Cancer Signs & Symptoms
- + Breathing Problems & the Heart
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- Breathing Problems & the Heart
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Also Known As: "Dyspnea & the Heart"
The feeling that one is not getting enough air. It may leave the person gasping. A person whose heart or lungs are weak may become short of breath because these organs cannot meet the body’s oxygen needs.
More Information on Breathing Problems & the Heart: Heart Signs & Symptoms
- + Breathing Related Hypersomnia
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- Breathing Related Hypersomnia
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"Breathing Related Hypersomnia" is more commonly referred to as "Hypersomnia" in the medical community.
Hypersomnia
Also Known As: "Excessive Sleepiness, Primary Hypersomnia, Somnolence"
Condition that causes people to feel extremely sleepy throughout the day. Patients also often sleep for long periods at night and nap repeatedly during the day. However, this sleep does not leave them feeling refreshed or more alert.
More Information on Hypersomnia: Sleep
- + Breathing Related Insomnia
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- Breathing Related Insomnia
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"Breathing Related Insomnia" is more commonly referred to as "Insomnia" in the medical community.
Insomnia
Also Known As: "Chronic Insomnia, Primary Insomnia, Transient Insomnia"
An inability to sleep for a reasonable amount of time to maintain adequate restfulness.
More Information on Insomnia: Sleep
- + Breathlessness
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- Breathlessness
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"Breathlessness" is more commonly referred to as "Shortness of Breath" in the medical community.
Shortness of Breath
Also Known As: "Dyspnea, Paroxysmal Nocturnal Dyspnea"
The feeling one is not getting enough air, which may leave a person gasping. Asthma is one cause, which may be triggered by an allergic reaction.
More Information on Shortness of Breath: Breathing & Lung
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- Breech Birth
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Also Known As: "Breech Delivery"
An abnormal presentation of the fetus during delivery in which the baby's legs, knees or buttocks enter the birth canal before the head. This results in additional risk for the baby and may result in the need for a Caesarean section.
More Information on Breech Birth: Pregnancy Basics
- + Breech Delivery
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- Breech Delivery
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Also Known As: "Breech Birth"
An abnormal presentation of the fetus during delivery in which the baby's legs, knees or buttocks enter the birth canal before the head. This results in additional risk for the baby and may result in the need for a Caesarean section.
More Information on Breech Delivery: Pregnancy Basics
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