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- + Chaff
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- Chaff
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"Chaff" is more commonly referred to as "Husk" in the medical community.
Husk
A covering of a grain that is not edible.
- + Chafing
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- Chafing
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Also Known As: "Skin Chafing"
Irritation that results when skin is rubbed against something, such as certain types of clothing. It often affects areas such as the inner thighs and upper arms. Petroleum jelly or talcum powder can lubricate chafed areas of skin.
More Information on Chafing: Perspiration & Chafing
- + Chagas Disease
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- Chagas Disease
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Also Known As: "American Trypanosomiasis, Trypanosoma Cruzi Infection"
A parasitic disease caused by the protozoan Trypanosoma cruz (a kinetoplastid flagellate) that occurs only in the Americas. It typically is transmitted to humans by insects called triatomine bugs that live in cracks and holes of substandard housing.
More Information on Chagas Disease: Parasitic Disease
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- Chair Back Braces
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"Chair Back Braces" is more commonly referred to as "Back Braces" in the medical community.
Back Braces
Also Known As: "Lumbosacral Belts, Raney Flexion Jackets, Lumbar Braces, Williams Braces, Hyperextension Braces, Sacroiliac Belts, Molded Jackets"
Devices used to help stabilize the lower back. There are many types, including various belts, corsets, braces and jackets.
More Information on Back Braces: Head & Spine Injury
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- Chairside Whitening
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"Chairside Whitening" is more commonly referred to as "In Office Bleaching" in the medical community.
In Office Bleaching
The use of a highly concentrated hydrogen peroxide compound to bleach the teeth in as quickly as one hour. The compound is applied by a dentist in a dental office.
More Information on In Office Bleaching: Dental Bleaching & Appearance
- + Chamberlain Procedure
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- Chamberlain Procedure
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"Chamberlain Procedure" is more commonly referred to as "Mediastinoscopy" in the medical community.
Mediastinoscopy
Also Known As: "Anterior Mediastinotomy, Anterior Mediastinoscopy, Mediastinoscopy with Biopsy, Mediastinotomy, Mediastinotomy with Biopsy"
A test in which a small incision is made in the neck through which a mediastinoscope (lighted instrument) is inserted. This allows physicians to visually examine the lymph nodes and other chest structures, as well as take tissue samples (biopsy).
More Information on Mediastinoscopy: Lung & Chest Cancer
- + Chamomile
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- Chamomile
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A flowering plant commonly used in herbal infusions (teas). It is believed to have a calming effect, and may be used as a sleep and digestive aid.
More Information on Chamomile: Herbs & Supplements
- + Chancroid
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- Chancroid
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Also Known As: "Haemophilus Ducreyi Infection"
A sexually transmitted disease caused by the bacterium Hemophilus ducreyi that results in painful sores on the genitalia. Left untreated, it may make transmission of HIV easier.
More Information on Chancroid: STD & Genital Infections
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- Change of Life
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"Change of Life" is more commonly referred to as "Menopause" in the medical community.
Menopause
Permanent cessation of the menstrual cycle, due to declining production of estrogen. Usually occurs between ages 35 and 58. May result from surgical removal of both ovaries. Usually occurs earlier in smokers.
More Information on Menopause: Menopause & HRT
- + CHAOS
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- CHAOS
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"CHAOS" is more commonly referred to as "Metabolic Syndrome" in the medical community.
Metabolic Syndrome
Also Known As: "Metabolic Syndrome X, Reavens Syndrome, Insulin Resistance Syndrome, Dysmetabolic Syndrome"
The speed at which energy is used by the body. Metabolic rates vary considerably among individuals; therefore, total calorie (energy) intake should be adjusted on a case-by-case basis to minimize the risk of becoming overweight or obese.
More Information on Metabolic Syndrome: Diabetes & Endocrine Risks
- + Characteristic Facies Syndrome
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- Characteristic Facies Syndrome
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"Characteristic Facies Syndrome" is more commonly referred to as "Arthrogryposis" in the medical community.
Arthrogryposis
Also Known As: "Facial Anomalies Syndrome, Distal Arthrogryposis Syndrome"
A potentially fatal syndrome that includes multiple birth defects, mental retardation and a specific set of facial characteristics. Patients with this genetic syndrome often experience bradycardia (slow heart rates).
More Information on Arthrogryposis: Pediatric Heart
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- Charcot Foot
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Also Known As: "Neuropathic Arthropathy, Charcot Joint"
A complication of nerve damage of the feet or legs (peripheral neuropathy) as a result of diabetes. It results in joint and soft-tissue destruction.
More Information on Charcot Foot: Diabetes Foot & Leg
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- Charcot Joint
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Also Known As: "Neuropathic Arthropathy"
A complication of nerve damage of the feet or legs (peripheral neuropathy) as a result of diabetes. It results in joint and soft-tissue destruction.
More Information on Charcot Joint: Diabetes Foot & Leg
- + Charcot Marie Tooth Disease
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- Charcot Marie Tooth Disease
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Also Known As: "Hereditary Motor and Sensory Neuropathy, CMT, HMSN, CMT Disease, Peroneal Muscular Atrophy"
A group of genetic disorders affecting the normal function of the peripheral nerves, which conduct messages from the brain to the limbs. It is most often diagnosed in adolescence. There is no cure, but those affected have a normal life expectancy.
More Information on Charcot Marie Tooth Disease: Pediatric Brain & Nerve
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- Charles Bonnet Syndrome
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A typically benign condition characterized by often-pleasant hallucinations in individuals who are otherwise mentally healthy.
More Information on Charles Bonnet Syndrome: Schizophrenia & Psychosis
- + Charley Horse
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- Charley Horse
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Also Known As: "Leg Cramp"
Sudden painful leg cramp (usually in the calf or thigh) that may follow exercise. Muscle spasms can occur in any muscle in the body. When a muscle is in spasm, it contracts involuntarily and does not relax.
More Information on Charley Horse: Arm & Leg Pain
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- CHAT
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A checklist of yes or no questions used in the diagnosis of autism in toddlers during the child's 18-months check-up. Some of the questions are answered by the parent and some are answered by the physician during a clinical evaluation.
More Information on CHAT: Autism & Related Disorders
- + CHD
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- CHD
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"CHD" is more commonly referred to as "Coronary Artery Disease" in the medical community.
Coronary Artery Disease
Also Known As: "CAD, Coronary Heart Disease"
A chronic disease in which there is a "hardening" (atherosclerosis) of the coronary arteries. The main symptom of CAD is angina, a type of chest pain, pressure or discomfort.
More Information on Coronary Artery Disease: Cholesterol
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- Checklist of Autism in Toddlers
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Also Known As: "CHAT"
A checklist of yes or no questions used in the diagnosis of autism in toddlers during the child's 18-months check-up. Some of the questions are answered by the parent and some are answered by the physician during a clinical evaluation.
More Information on Checklist of Autism in Toddlers: Autism & Related Disorders
- + Cheilitis
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- Cheilitis
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A painful inflammation and cracking of one or both corners of the mouth. It is most frequently found in people with ill-fitting dentures that improperly separate the upper and lower jaws.
More Information on Cheilitis: Oral Infections
- + Cheilosis
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- Cheilosis
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Inflammation and skin cracking affecting the corners of the mouth and lips. It can be caused by some vitamin deficiencies.
- + Cheiroarthropathy
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- Cheiroarthropathy
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A condition associated with diabetes that affects the hands. Patients experience limited joint mobility, thickening of the skin and inability to extend the fingers and fully flatten the hand.
More Information on Cheiroarthropathy: Arm & Leg Pain
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- Chelating Agents
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Also Known As: "EDTA Chelation Therapy"
The chelating agents used in chelation therapy bind to poisonous materials such as mercury or lead and transport them out of the body via the urine. Used to treat lead poisoning and some progressive heart diseases.
More Information on Chelating Agents: Cholesterol
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- Chelation Therapy
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Also Known As: "Chelating Agents, EDTA Chelation Therapy"
The chelating agents used in chelation therapy bind to poisonous materials such as mercury or lead and transport them out of the body via the urine. Used to treat lead poisoning and some progressive heart diseases.
More Information on Chelation Therapy: Cholesterol
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- Chem20
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A type of blood test that measures the levels of 20 different chemical substances (e.g., protein, glucose, calcium) released from various tissues in the body. Abnormal levels may indicate problems with the tissues that secrete the substances.
More Information on Chem20: Blood Tests
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- Chemical Ablation
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"Chemical Ablation" is more commonly referred to as "Ablation" in the medical community.
Ablation
Also Known As: "Cryoablation, Ablative Therapy, Thermal Ablation, Radiofrequency 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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- Chemical Abuse
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"Chemical Abuse" is more commonly referred to as "Substance Abuse" in the medical community.
Substance Abuse
A disorder marked by the use of a substance that alters mood or behavior and causes significant distress or harm in one's life. The term usually refers to excessive use of alcohol and various legal or illegal drugs.
More Information on Substance Abuse: Alcohol & Substance Abuse
- + Chemical Diabetes
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- Chemical Diabetes
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"Chemical Diabetes" is more commonly referred to as "Prediabetes" in the medical community.
Prediabetes
Also Known As: "Borderline Diabetes, Impaired Fasting Glucose, Subclinical Diabetes, Impaired Glucose Tolerance, IFG, Latent Diabetes, IGT"
A condition in which glucose (blood sugar) levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to classify the patient as having diabetes. Formerly known as latent, borderline, subclinical or chemical diabetes, it may or may not progress to diabetes.
More Information on Prediabetes: Diabetes & Endocrine Basics
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- Chemical Diabetes & Children
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"Chemical Diabetes & Children" is more commonly referred to as "Prediabetes & Children" in the medical community.
Prediabetes & Children
Also Known As: "Borderline Diabetes & Children, Impaired Fasting Glucose & Children, Subclinical Diabetes & Children, Impaired Glucose Tolerance & Children, IFG & Children, Latent Diabetes & Children, IGT & Children"
A condition in which glucose (blood sugar) levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to classify the patient as having diabetes (formerly known as latent, borderline, subclinical or chemical diabetes). It may or may not progress to diabetes.
More Information on Prediabetes & Children: Pediatric Diabetes
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- Chemical Exposure & Pregnancy
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Some chemicals may have effects on fetal development and exposure should be limited during pregnancy. Excess exposure may contribute to miscarriage and birth defects. However, few studies identify particular chemicals at risk.
More Information on Chemical Exposure & Pregnancy: Pregnancy Management
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- Chemical Food Poisoning
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Food poisoning from natural toxins in animal or plant based foods, such as those present in many kinds of mushrooms, poisonous leaves or fruits and poisonous fish.
More Information on Chemical Food Poisoning: Gastroenteritis & Food Illness
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- Chemical Imbalance
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A medical theory that mood problems, such as depression and anxiety, are caused by an imbalance of neurotransmitters in the brain.
More Information on Chemical Imbalance: Emotional Health Basics
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- Chemical Mediator
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Chemical which allows for a reaction to take place between tissues, cells or other substances. Histamine is a type of chemical mediator that allows mast cells and basophils to produce inflammation.
More Information on Chemical Mediator: Allergy Basics
- + Chemical Peels
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- Chemical Peels
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Also Known As: "Skin Peels, Face Peels"
A procedure used to minimize sun-damaged skin, irregular pigment, and superficial scars. The top layer of skin is removed with a chemical application to the skin. By removing the top layer, the skin regenerates, often improving the skin's appearance.
More Information on Chemical Peels: Skin & Aging
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- Chemical Pneumonia
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"Chemical Pneumonia" is more commonly referred to as "Pneumonia" in the medical community.
Pneumonia
Also Known As: "Irritant Pneumonia, Fungal Pneumonia, Allergic Pneumonia, Bacterial Pneumonia, Parasitic Pneumonia, Viral Pneumonia"
Inflammation of the lungs with congestion that may be caused by infection (e.g., bacteria, virus, fungi, parasites) or irritants (e.g., allergens, pollutants, chemicals). Common symptoms include fever, chills, coughing and/or difficulty breathing.
More Information on Pneumonia: Pneumonia & Lung Infection
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- Chemo
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Drug therapy to destroy cancer cells or to stop them from growing. Often used with surgery or radiation therapy when cancer has spread or when it has returned. It may also be used if there is a strong chance a cancer may recur.
More Information on Chemo: Chemo & Radiation Therapy
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- Chemophototherapy
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"Chemophototherapy" is more commonly referred to as "Phototherapy" in the medical community.
Phototherapy
Also Known As: "Photochemotherapy, UV Light Therapy, Extracorporeal Photochemotherapy, PUVA"
The use of ultraviolet light waves to treat skin conditions. It involves carefully exposing patients to UV light for a specified amount of time. Phototherapy also may be used to treat cancer.
More Information on Phototherapy: Skin & Hair Basics
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- Chemoprevention
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The use of drugs, vitamins, or other agents to try to reduce the risk of cancer, or to delay cancer's development or recurrence.
More Information on Chemoprevention: Chemo & Radiation Therapy
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- Chemotherapy
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Also Known As: "Chemo"
Drug therapy to destroy cancer cells or to stop them from growing. Often used with surgery or radiation therapy when cancer has spread or when it has returned. It may also be used if there is a strong chance a cancer may recur.
More Information on Chemotherapy: Chemo & Radiation Therapy
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- Chemotherapy Drug Handling
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Also Known As: "Safe Handling of Chemotherapy Drugs"
Chemotherapy medications require special handling to ensure the safety of patients and others who may come into contact with the drugs.
More Information on Chemotherapy Drug Handling: Cancer Drug & Medication
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- Chemotherapy Drugs
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Also Known As: "Cancer Drugs, Cancer Medications"
Medications used in chemotherapy. They work by destroying cancer cells or stopping them from growing.
More Information on Chemotherapy Drugs: Cancer Drug & Medication
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- Chemotherapy in Children
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Also Known As: "Juvenile Chemotherapy, Pediatric Chemotherapy"
Many childhood cancers respond well to chemotherapy. Although, chemotherapy has not been shown to impact growth, it may make parts of the body more susceptible to the effects of radiation treatment.
More Information on Chemotherapy in Children: Pediatric Cancer
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- Cherry Angioma
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"Cherry Angioma" is more commonly referred to as "Angioma" in the medical community.
Angioma
Also Known As: "Spider Angioma, Angiokeratoma"
A benign tumor made of blood vessels or lymph vessels.
More Information on Angioma: Skin Growths
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- Chest Computed Tomography
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"Chest Computed Tomography" is more commonly referred to as "CAT Scan" in the medical community.
CAT Scan
Also Known As: "CT Scan, Computed Axial Tomography, Open CT, Sinus Computed Tomography, Computed Tomography, Closed CT, Spiral CAT Scan"
Computed axial tomography (CAT Scan or CT Scan) allows for multiple x-rays to be taken from different angles around the patient.
More Information on CAT Scan: Imaging Tests
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- Chest Discomfort
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Also Known As: "Thoracic Pain, Chest Pressure, Chest Wall Pain, Chest Tightness"
Pain that is felt in the chest, which includes the entire rib cage. While it is commonly associated with a heart attack, it can be a symptom of numerous conditions.
More Information on Chest Discomfort: Chest & Related Pain
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- Chest Drainage Tube
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Also Known As: "Drainage Tube"
A hollow, flexible tube inserted into the chest. It is used in tests and procedures to drain blood, fluid or air from the lungs and to allow the lungs to fully expand.
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- Chest Pain
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Also Known As: "Thoracic Pain, Chest Discomfort, Chest Pressure, Chest Wall Pain, Chest Tightness"
Pain that is felt in the chest, which includes the entire rib cage. While it is commonly associated with a heart attack, it can be a symptom of numerous conditions.
More Information on Chest Pain: Chest & Related Pain
- + Chest Pain & Children
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- Chest Pain & Children
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Pressure, squeezing or general discomfort in the chest area, which covers the heart, breast and neck.
More Information on Chest Pain & Children: Chest & Related Pain
- + Chest Pressure
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- Chest Pressure
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Also Known As: "Thoracic Pain, Chest Wall Pain, Chest Tightness, Chest Discomfort"
Pain that is felt in the chest, which includes the entire rib cage. While it is commonly associated with a heart attack, it can be a symptom of numerous conditions.
More Information on Chest Pressure: Chest & Related Pain
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- Chest Radiography
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Also Known As: "Cardiac Radiography, Chest Roentgenography"
An image of the chest on either film paper or fluorescent screens. It is produced by using low doses of radiation.
More Information on Chest Radiography: Breathing & Lung
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- Chest Roentgenography
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Also Known As: "Chest Radiography, Cardiac Radiography"
An image of the chest on either film paper or fluorescent screens. It is produced by using low doses of radiation.
More Information on Chest Roentgenography: Breathing & Lung
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- Chest Tightness
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Also Known As: "Thoracic Pain, Chest Discomfort, Chest Pressure, Chest Wall Pain"
Pain that is felt in the chest, which includes the entire rib cage. While it is commonly associated with a heart attack, it can be a symptom of numerous conditions.
More Information on Chest Tightness: Chest & Related Pain
- + Chest Tube
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- Chest Tube
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Also Known As: "Chest Drainage Tube, Drainage Tube"
A hollow, flexible tube inserted into the chest. It is used in tests and procedures to drain blood, fluid or air from the lungs and to allow the lungs to fully expand.
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- Chest Wall Pain
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Also Known As: "Thoracic Pain, Chest Tightness, Chest Discomfort, Chest Pressure"
Pain that is felt in the chest, which includes the entire rib cage. While it is commonly associated with a heart attack, it can be a symptom of numerous conditions.
More Information on Chest Wall Pain: Chest & Related Pain
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- Chest X ray
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Also Known As: "Chest Roentgenography, Chest Radiography, Cardiac Radiography"
An image of the chest on either film paper or fluorescent screens. It is produced by using low doses of radiation.
More Information on Chest X ray: Breathing & Lung
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- Chewing Tobacco
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"Chewing Tobacco" is more commonly referred to as "Smokeless Tobacco" in the medical community.
Smokeless Tobacco
Also Known As: "Spit Tobacco"
Smokeless tobacco is associated with cancers of the cheek, gums and lining of the lips. Risk of these cancers is increased by about 50 times in users, according to the American Dental Association.
More Information on Smokeless Tobacco: Head, Neck & Mouth Cancer
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- CHF
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"CHF" is more commonly referred to as "Heart Failure" in the medical community.
Heart Failure
Also Known As: "Systolic Heart Failure, Diminished Heart Capacity, Congestive Heart Failure, Diastolic Heart Failure, Left-Ventricular Heart Failure, LV Heart Failure, Left Sided Heart Failure"
A chronic condition in which at least one chamber of the heart is not pumping well enough to meet the body's needs. This leads to congestion in the lungs or pulmonary blood vessels and may cause fluid backup or swelling in the lungs, legs and ankles.
More Information on Heart Failure: Heart Failure
- + Chiari Malformation
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- Chiari Malformation
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Also Known As: "Arnold Chiari Malformation"
A condition in which the cerebellum portion of the brain protrudes into the spinal canal. It causes skull enlargement (hydrocephalus) and often is accompanied by disorders such as spina bifida cystica and meningomyelocele.
More Information on Chiari Malformation: Pediatric Brain & Nerve
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- Chickenpox
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Also Known As: "Chickenpox Rash, Chickenpox Virus, Adult Chickenpox"
Extremely contagious viral disease that causes hundreds of itchy, fluid-filled blisters that burst and form crusts. It usually affects children, and can be spread by direct contact, droplet transmission and airborne transmission.
More Information on Chickenpox: Skin Related Infections
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- Chickenpox Rash
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Also Known As: "Chickenpox Virus, Adult Chickenpox"
Extremely contagious viral disease that causes hundreds of itchy, fluid-filled blisters that burst and form crusts. It usually affects children, and can be spread by direct contact, droplet transmission and airborne transmission.
More Information on Chickenpox Rash: Skin Related Infections
- + Chickenpox Virus
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- Chickenpox Virus
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Also Known As: "Adult Chickenpox, Chickenpox Rash"
Extremely contagious viral disease that causes hundreds of itchy, fluid-filled blisters that burst and form crusts. It usually affects children, and can be spread by direct contact, droplet transmission and airborne transmission.
More Information on Chickenpox Virus: Skin Related Infections
- + Chikungunya
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- Chikungunya
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Also Known As: "Chikungunya Virus, Chikungunya Fever"
A disease resembling dengue fever caused by an alphavirus transmitted chiefly by mosquitoes of the genus Aedes. It occurs most often in Africa and Southeast Asia and is marked by musculoskeletal symptoms.
More Information on Chikungunya: Tropical Disease
- + Chikungunya Fever
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- Chikungunya Fever
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Also Known As: "Chikungunya Virus"
A disease resembling dengue fever caused by an alphavirus transmitted chiefly by mosquitoes of the genus Aedes. It occurs most often in Africa and Southeast Asia and is marked by musculoskeletal symptoms.
More Information on Chikungunya Fever: Tropical Disease
- + Chikungunya Virus
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- Chikungunya Virus
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Also Known As: "Chikungunya Fever"
A disease resembling dengue fever caused by an alphavirus transmitted chiefly by mosquitoes of the genus Aedes. It occurs most often in Africa and Southeast Asia and is marked by musculoskeletal symptoms.
More Information on Chikungunya Virus: Tropical Disease
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- Child Abuse
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Also Known As: "Abuse of Children"
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: Relationships
- + Child Abuse & Neglect
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- Child Abuse & Neglect
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Also Known As: "Child Abuse, Abuse of Children"
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
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- Child Adoption
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"Child Adoption" is more commonly referred to as "Adoption" in the medical community.
Adoption
Also Known As: "Baby Adoption"
Legal creation of a parent-child relationship between people who are not of that biological relationship. It is a common alternative for people with fertility issues.
More Information on Adoption: Fertility Issues
- + Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
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- Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
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A licensed psychiatrist specializing in the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of mental health problems in children and adolescents.
More Information on Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist: Emotional Health Basics
- + Child and Adult Care Food Program
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- Child and Adult Care Food Program
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A federal program that provides refunds to child-care providers (preschool age), schools, after school programs and adult day care centers (ages 60 years and older) for USDA approved foods that they purchase for children's meals and snacks.
- + Child Nutrition
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- Child Nutrition
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Proper nutrition is vital for the growth and development of children and helps maintain overall good health. A variety of healthy foods, such as grains, vegetables and fruit, are important. Sugars, salts and fats should be limited.
More Information on Child Nutrition: Pediatric Diet & Fitness
- + Child Restraints
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- Child Restraints
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Safety devices designed to keep children seated properly in a vehicle. These include car safety seats, such as car seats and booster seats, and child harnesses which are similar to adult seat belts but cover both shoulders.
More Information on Child Restraints: Pediatric First Aid & Safety
- + Child Safety
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- Child Safety
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Safety issues change as children grow and develop. Infants require safe bedding, changing tables and appropriate toys. Toddlers require additional precautions (e.g., outlet coverings, keeping choking hazards out of reach).
More Information on Child Safety: Pediatric First Aid & Safety
- + Child's First Visit To The Dentist
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- Child's First Visit To The Dentist
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Experts recommend that children see a dentist after their first tooth erupts or no later than their first birthday. The dentist will look for decay and instruct the parent on how to care for the child's teeth.
More Information on Child's First Visit To The Dentist: Pediatric Dental
- + Childbirth
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- Childbirth
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"Childbirth" is more commonly referred to as "Labor & Delivery" in the medical community.
Labor & Delivery
Also Known As: "Parturition"
The expulsion of the fetus during birth from the uterus through the vagina to the outside of the body. Stages include dilation, expulsion and the placental stage.
More Information on Labor & Delivery: Pregnancy Basics
- + Childbirth Plan
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- Childbirth Plan
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"Childbirth Plan" is more commonly referred to as "Birth Plan" in the medical community.
Birth Plan
Also Known As: "Birthing Plan, Labor & Delivery Plan"
A birth plan is a short list of preferences a woman has for the methods to be used in the labor and delivery of her child, unless medical necessity requires otherwise.
More Information on Birth Plan: Pregnancy Basics
- + Childhood
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- Childhood
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A developmental stage that occurs from age 1 to 10 years old. It is a time of increasing physical growth as well as emotional and cognitive development.
More Information on Childhood: Growth & Development
- + Childhood Allergies
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- Childhood Allergies
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"Childhood Allergies" is more commonly referred to as "Allergies & Children" in the medical community.
Allergies & Children
Children whose parents suffer from allergies are more likely to have allergic reactions themselves. Some children will outgrow their allergies. However, most allergies continue into adulthood.
More Information on Allergies & Children: Pediatric Allergy & Asthma
- + Childhood Asperger Syndrome Test
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- Childhood Asperger Syndrome Test
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Also Known As: "CAST"
A screening questionnaire administered to parents and used in the diagnosis of Asperger syndrome in children between the ages of 5 and 11.
More Information on Childhood Asperger Syndrome Test: Autism & Related Disorders
- + Childhood Autism Rating Scale
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- Childhood Autism Rating Scale
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Also Known As: "CARS"
A diagnostic tool that evaluates the body movements, adaptation, communication and relationship skills in children over age 2 who may have autism. This evaluation is rated on a scale derived from typical behavior of healthy children the same age.
More Information on Childhood Autism Rating Scale: Autism & Related Disorders
- + Childhood Cancers
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- Childhood Cancers
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"Childhood Cancers" is more commonly referred to as "Cancer & Children" in the medical community.
Cancer & Children
Also Known As: "Juvenile Cancers, Pediatric Cancers"
Cancers in children are rare, but they are the second leading cause of death for children between the ages of 1 and 14. Treatment requires a team approach that includes physician, psychologists, nutritionists and other experts.
More Information on Cancer & Children: Pediatric Cancer
- + Childhood Disintegrative Disorder
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- Childhood Disintegrative Disorder
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Also Known As: "Heller's Syndrome"
A type of pervasive developmental disorder in which children develop normally for their first two years and then lose previously learned social, language and/or motor skills.
More Information on Childhood Disintegrative Disorder: Autism & Related Disorders
- + Childhood Immunizations
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- Childhood Immunizations
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Also Known As: "Childhood Vaccinations"
A series of shots to prepare the body to fight off various infections.
More Information on Childhood Immunizations: Pediatric Health Basics
- + Childhood Obesity
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