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"BTX" is more commonly referred to as "Botox" in the medical community. Botox
Also Known As: "Clostridum Botulinim A Exotoxin, Botulinum Toxin Type A, Botulinum Exotoxin, Botulinum Toxin"
A substance that is injected into the muscles of the face to minimize the appearance of furrows and lines by causing the muscle to relax. More Information on Botox: Skin & Aging
"Bubble Boy Disease" is more commonly referred to as "Severe Combined Immunodeficiency" in the medical community. Severe Combined Immunodeficiency
Also Known As: "Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Disease, Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Syndrome, SCID"
A genetic disorder that severely compromises the immune system, leaving the infant with a greatly increased susceptibility to infection. More Information on Severe Combined Immunodeficiency: Pediatric Health Basics
"Bubonic Plague" is more commonly referred to as "Plague" in the medical community. Plague
Also Known As: "Septicemic Plague, Black Plague, Yersinia Pestis, Pneumonic Plague"
A highly infectious and typically fatal epidemic disease. Or, specifically, infection with the Yersinia pestis bacteria from which millions died in the Middle Ages. Today, it is a bioterrorism threat. Types include pneumonic, bubonic or septicemic. More Information on Plague: Bioterror Related Diseases
"Buchanan Syndrome" is more commonly referred to as "Truncus Arteriosus" in the medical community. Truncus Arteriosus
Also Known As: "Persistent Truncus Arteriosus"
A rare birth defect of the heart. For reasons that are not known, the major heart arteries fail to separate and the baby is born with one single trunk of arteries stemming from the heart instead of from the proper chambers. More Information on Truncus Arteriosus: Pediatric Heart
A rare inflammation of the small arteries in the arms and legs. Blood clots may form, leading to a lack of oxygen to the hands and feet. This causes leg pain during exertion and may lead to gangrene. It is strongly related to or worsened by smoking. More Information on Buerger Disease: Vascular Disease
Patients have options to improve lifelong health. Quitting smoking, losing excess weight, a healthy diet and regular physical activity are important for physical and mental health. These techniques may also help patients relax and reduce stress.
"Bulbospinal Muscular Atrophy" is more commonly referred to as "Kennedy's Disease" in the medical community. Kennedy's Disease
Also Known As: "X Linked Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy"
An inherited motor neuron disease that is among a group of disorders called spinal muscular atrophy. It affects males, and onset of the disease is usually between ages 20 and 40. First symptoms include tremor of the outstretched hands. More Information on Kennedy's Disease: Movement Disorders
"Bulging Disc" is more commonly referred to as "Herniated Disc" in the medical community. Herniated Disc
Also Known As: "Injured Disc, Disc Prolapse, Protruding Disc, Disc Herniation, Slipped Disc, Ruptured Disc, Prolapsed Disc"
A disc in the spine displaced from its normal position in between two vertebrae. Tissue within the disc ruptures and then the disc protrudes into the spinal canal, causing pain, numbness and/or weakness. More Information on Herniated Disc: Back, Neck & Shoulder Pain
An illness marked by binges of overeating accompanied by a sense of losing control. After eating, patients use various methods (such as vomiting or laxative abuse) to halt weight gain. May occur with the eating disorder anorexia nervosa. More Information on Bulimia Eating Disorder: Eating Disorders
Also Known As: "Binge Purge Syndrome, Bulimia Eating Disorder"
An illness marked by binges of overeating accompanied by a sense of losing control. After eating, patients use various methods (such as vomiting or laxative abuse) to halt weight gain. May occur with the eating disorder anorexia nervosa. More Information on Bulimia Nervosa: Eating Disorders
"Bullosis Diabeticorum" is more commonly referred to as "Diabetic Ulcers" in the medical community. Diabetic Ulcers
Also Known As: "Diabetic Bullae, Skin Ulcer & Diabetes, Diabetic Ulcer"
A deep sore or break in the skin. People with diabetes are more prone to ulcers, which can develop from minor scrapes on the feet or legs, from cuts that heal slowly, or from friction. More Information on Diabetic Ulcers: Diabetes Foot & Leg
Common, contagious, superficial skin infection that is produced by bacteria such as streptococcus and staphylococcus. More common in children, it can cause serious complications to the kidneys, joints, bones and lungs if left untreated. More Information on Impetigo: Skin Related Infections
A chronic, autoimmune disorder involving blistering of the skin. It ranges from mildly itchy welts to severe blisters and infection, and may affect a small area of the body or be widespread. It most often affects the elderly. More Information on Bullous Pemphigoid: Psoriasis & Autoimmune Skin
Chronic blistering of the skin that ranges from mildly itchy welts to severe blisters and infection. It may affect a small area of the body or be widespread, and the vast majority of those affected are elderly. More Information on Bullous Pemphigus: Skin & Hair Basics
A variety of behaviors involving a person or a group trying to harm someone who is weaker or more vulnerable. Attacks may include physical and/or psychological abuse. Child bullies often become violent adults. More Information on Bullying & Bullies: Stress
"BUN" is more commonly referred to as "Blood Urea Nitrogen" in the medical community. Blood Urea Nitrogen
Also Known As: "Serum BUN, Serum Blood Urea Nitrogen"
The primarily byproduct of protein metabolism. BUN levels in the blood are also used to diagnose kidney disease and urinary tract obstructions. More Information on Blood Urea Nitrogen: Diabetes & Endocrine Tests
Also Known As: "Trifascicular Bundle Branch Block, Intraventricular Conduction Deficits, Bifascicular Bundle Branch Block"
Bundle branch block is a condition in which the electrical impulses traveling through the heart are slowed or blocked completely from traveling along their normal route through the ventricles. More Information on Bundle Branch Block: Arrhythmia
Part of the heart's conduction system, through which electrical impulses travel from the atria to the ventricles to pace the heartbeat. More Information on Bundle Branches: Arrhythmia
"Bundle of His" is more commonly referred to as "His Purkinje System" in the medical community. His Purkinje System
Also Known As: "His Bundle"
A bundle of fibers through which electrical impulses normally travel after leaving the atrioventricular node. This bundle of fibers divides into the left and right bundle branches. More Information on His Purkinje System: Arrhythmia
"Buprenorphine" is more commonly referred to as "Anileridine" in the medical community. Anileridine
Also Known As: "Levorphanol, Nalbuphine, Oxymorphone, Hydromorphone, Butorphanol, Pentazocine"
A type of narcotic analgesic, medications that reduce pain and most also reduce inflammation. They do not eliminate pain, but mask it by increasing the body's pain threshold. More Information on Anileridine: Pain Medications
A type of antidepressant that is used to treat a variety of problems including depression, attention deficit disorders, and even as an aid to quit smoking. It is a type of norepinephrine and dopamine reuptake inhibitor (NDRI). More Information on Bupropion: Psychiatric Medications
"Burkholderia Cepacia" is more commonly referred to as "B Cepacia" in the medical community. B Cepacia
A group of bacteria found in soil and water. Often resistant to antibiotics, it poses little risk to healthy people but may affect those with weakened immune systems or chronic lung disease, particularly cystic fibrosis. More Information on B Cepacia: Infectious Disease Basics
"Burkholderia Pseudomallei" is more commonly referred to as "Melioidosis" in the medical community. Melioidosis
Also Known As: "Whitmore Disease"
An infectious disease caused by the bacterium Burkholderia pseudomallei. It is clinically and pathologically similar to glanders disease. Transmission is by contact with contaminated soil and water More Information on Melioidosis: Infectious Disease Basics
A rare type of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma that causes bone lesions in the jaw. It is linked to the Epstein-Barr virus and is more common in Africa, where the disease was first reported. It is highly aggressive, but potentially curable at any stage. More Information on Burkitt's Lymphoma: Lymphoma (Hodgkin's & Non)
A burn on the roof of the mouth caused by hot foods or liquids. Generally minor, these tend to heal in a few days. More Information on Burned Palate: Mouth & Tongue Disorders
"Burning Eyes" is more commonly referred to as "Eye Related Symptoms" in the medical community. Eye Related Symptoms
Also Known As: "Itchy Eyes, Watery Eyes, Red Eyes"
Some of the more common symptoms associated with seasonal allergies or other allergic reactions. Eye-related symptoms can include itchy eyes, burning eyes, red eyes, watery eyes or other problems. More Information on Eye Related Symptoms: Eye Conditions
Also Known As: "Scalded Mouth Syndrome, BMS, Stomatodynia"
A condition that causes a burning or scalding sensation in the mouth, particularly on the lips and tongue, and generally with no visible signs of irritation. More Information on Burning Mouth Syndrome: Mouth & Tongue Disorders
A condition that causes a burning or scalding sensation on the tongue, with or without changes in taste and/or physical changes of the tongue. May be a limited form of burning mouth syndrome. More Information on Burning Tongue: Mouth & Tongue Disorders
A condition that causes a burning or scalding sensation on the tongue, with or without changes in taste and/or physical changes of the tongue. May be a limited form of burning mouth syndrome. More Information on Burning Tongue Syndrome: Mouth & Tongue Disorders
Damage to the skin or other body parts caused by exposure to thermal, electrical, chemical or radioactive agents. They are generally categorized as first, second, or third degree. More Information on Burns: First Aid & Safety
Damage to the skin or other body parts caused by exposure to thermal, electrical, chemical or radioactive agents. They are generally categorized as first, second, or third degree. More Information on Burns & Children: Pediatric First Aid & Safety
A small hole drilled into the skull. It may be used to insert a device to monitor intracranial pressure. More Information on Burr Hole: Brain & Nerve Cancer
A fluid-filled sac typically found in areas where muscles or tendons tend to rub against bone, such as the hip, knee and ankle. More Information on Bursa: Infection & Trauma Pain
A type of soft tissue injury in which repeated small stresses and overuse cause the bursa to swell and become irritated. More Information on Bursitis: Infection & Trauma Pain
A neglected tropical disease in which a germ affects the skin and sometimes the bone. It is caused by an organism called Mycobacterium ulcerans that belongs to the same family of organisms that cause leprosy and tuberculosis. More Information on Buruli Ulcer: Tropical Disease
"Busulfan" is more commonly referred to as "Chlorambucil" in the medical community. Chlorambucil
Also Known As: "Carmustine, Melphalan, Lomustine, Mechlorethamine, Ifosfamide, Cyclophosphamide, Uracil Mustard"
A type of alkylating agent, which are a family of anticancer drugs that combines with a cancer cell's DNA to interferes with cell division. More Information on Chlorambucil: Cancer Drug & Medication
"Butorphanol" is more commonly referred to as "Anileridine" in the medical community. Anileridine
Also Known As: "Levorphanol, Nalbuphine, Oxymorphone, Hydromorphone, Pentazocine, Buprenorphine"
A type of narcotic analgesic, medications that reduce pain and most also reduce inflammation. They do not eliminate pain, but mask it by increasing the body's pain threshold. More Information on Anileridine: Pain Medications
"Buttonhole Surgery" is more commonly referred to as "Keyhole Surgery" in the medical community. Keyhole Surgery
Also Known As: "Laparoscopic Bypass"
A bypass surgery in which a window is cut into the rib cage to allow surgeons to operate on a section of the heart without open-heart surgery. The heart is not stopped for the procedure, which is only used to correct single blockages. More Information on Keyhole Surgery: Bypass Surgery
A white or yellow waxy antioxidant with a weak aroma that is used to preserve food from spoilage. It is also used in some cosmetics and pharmaceuticals and may produce an allergic reaction in some people. More Information on Butylated Hydroxyanisole: Food Allergy & Intolerance
A commonly usedadditive used to prolong the life of fats, oils and oil containing foods. It is also used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Some people have an allergic response to the substance, which often results in hives or other skin reaction. More Information on Butylated Hydroxytoluene: Food Allergy & Intolerance
Also Known As: "Piperazines, Dibenzoxazepines, Piperidines, Phenothiazines, Thioxanthenes"
A class of medication belonging to a broader drug class called typical or conventional antipsychotics. More Information on Butyrophenones: Psychiatric Medications
"BWS" is more commonly referred to as "Beckwith Wiedemann Syndrome" in the medical community. Beckwith Wiedemann Syndrome
Also Known As: "Beckwith Syndrome, Exomphalos-Macroglossia-Gigantism Syndrome, Wiedemann Syndrome, Wiedemann-Beckwith Syndrome, Familial Macroglossia-Omphalocele Syndrome"
A multiple congenital anomaly/mental retardation (MCA/MR) syndrome marked by large body size, enlarged tongue and other physical features. It may also include one or more congenital heart defects such as atrial or ventricular septal defects. More Information on Beckwith Wiedemann Syndrome: Birth & Genetic Disorders
Also Known As: "Vein Graft, Bypass Graft, Arterial Bypass Grafting, Bypass Grafting"
A surgery in which a healthy blood vessel segment is used to detour around a blocked artery. It is most commonly performed to bypass a blocked coronary artery that supplies blood to the heart but may be done in other body locations. More Information on Bypass: Bypass Surgery
Also Known As: "Vein Graft, Arterial Bypass Grafting, Bypass Grafting, Bypass"
A surgery in which a healthy blood vessel segment is used to detour around a blocked artery. It is most commonly performed to bypass a blocked coronary artery that supplies blood to the heart but may be done in other body locations. More Information on Bypass Graft: Bypass Surgery
Also Known As: "Bypass, Vein Graft, Bypass Graft, Arterial Bypass Grafting"
A surgery in which a healthy blood vessel segment is used to detour around a blocked artery. It is most commonly performed to bypass a blocked coronary artery that supplies blood to the heart but may be done in other body locations. More Information on Bypass Grafting: Bypass Surgery
Also Known As: "Bypass Grafting, Bypass, Vein Graft, Bypass Graft, Arterial Bypass Grafting"
A surgery in which a healthy blood vessel segment is used to detour around a blocked artery. It is most commonly performed to bypass a blocked coronary artery that supplies blood to the heart but may be done in other body locations. More Information on Bypass Surgery: Bypass Surgery
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