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- + FAAN
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- FAAN
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"FAAN" is more commonly referred to as "Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network" in the medical community.
Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network
Worldwide group working to educate the public on food allergies and anaphylaxis while providing greater public awareness of these conditions. It is made up physicians, families and many others.
More Information on Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network: Food Allergy & Intolerance
- + Fabry's Disease
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- Fabry's Disease
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A disease that occurs in patients with lack of an adequate enzyme to metabolize lipids (oils, waxes, fatty acids). This allows lipids to build up to harmful levels in the eyes, kidneys, autonomic nervous system and cardiovascular system.
More Information on Fabry's Disease: Birth & Genetic Disorders
- + Face & Mouth Pain
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- Face & Mouth Pain
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"Face & Mouth Pain" is more commonly referred to as "Orofacial Pain" in the medical community.
Orofacial Pain
Pain in the mouth and/or face. It may be odontogenic (teeth), vascular (blood vessels), musculoskeletal (muscles, joints, bones), neurogenous (nerves) or psychogenic (psychological factors).
More Information on Orofacial Pain: Ear, Eye & Face Pain
- + Face Peels
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- Face Peels
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"Face Peels" is more commonly referred to as "Chemical Peels" in the medical community.
Chemical Peels
Also Known As: "Skin 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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- Facelift
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Also Known As: "Rhytidectomy"
A type of cosmetic surgery to remove wrinkles and other signs of aging from the face by pulling the skin back and removing excess tissue.
More Information on Facelift: Skin & Aging
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- Facet Injections
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Diagnostic tool to numb pain, reduce inflammation and isolate and confirm the specific source of back pain. A numbing agent and a steroid are injected into the area by a guided x-ray (fluoroscopy). When pain is relieved, its source is located.
More Information on Facet Injections: Pain Management
- + Facet Joint Syndrome
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- Facet Joint Syndrome
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Pain as a result of degeneration, wear or pressure exerted on and inflammation of the facet joints (joints at the back of each vertebrae linking the vertebra together). Inflammation of these joints also contributes to pain.
More Information on Facet Joint Syndrome: Back, Neck & Shoulder Pain
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- Facet Joints
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Joints at the back of each vertebra linking the vertebrae together.
More Information on Facet Joints: Back, Neck & Shoulder Pain
- + Facial Anomalies Syndrome
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- Facial Anomalies Syndrome
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"Facial Anomalies Syndrome" is more commonly referred to as "Arthrogryposis" in the medical community.
Arthrogryposis
Also Known As: "Characteristic Facies 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
- + Facial Hyperhidrosis
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- Facial Hyperhidrosis
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"Facial Hyperhidrosis" is more commonly referred to as "Hyperhidrosis" in the medical community.
Hyperhidrosis
Also Known As: "Excessive Perspiration, Center Hyperhidrosis, Palmoplantar Hyperhidrosis, Excessive Sweating, Palmar Hyperhidrosis, Maxim Hyperhidrosis, Axillary Hyperhidrosis"
Excessive sweating that is either limited to a few problem areas (such as the armpits or palms) or that affects a person's entire body. It often worsens during stress. Treatments - including prescription antiperspirants - are available.
More Information on Hyperhidrosis: Perspiration & Chafing
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- Facial Neuralgias
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"Facial Neuralgias" is more commonly referred to as "Cranial Neuralgias" in the medical community.
Cranial Neuralgias
Also Known As: "Atypical Facial Pain"
Pain along a nerve in the head that may be perceived as a headache or facial pain. It can be fast and severe and varies depending on the nerve affected (e.g., trigeminal, glossopharyngeal, occipital).
More Information on Cranial Neuralgias: Ear, Eye & Face Pain
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- Facial Palsy
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"Facial Palsy" is more commonly referred to as "Bell's Palsy" in the medical community.
Bell's Palsy
Also Known As: "Facial Paralysis"
Temporary facial paralysis that is caused by damage to one of the facial nerves (e.g., by trauma, injury, infection). It is the most common cause of facial paralysis and generally affects only one side of the face.
More Information on Bell's Palsy: Movement Disorders
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- Facial Paralysis
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"Facial Paralysis" is more commonly referred to as "Bell's Palsy" in the medical community.
Bell's Palsy
Also Known As: "Facial Palsy"
Temporary facial paralysis that is caused by damage to one of the facial nerves (e.g., by trauma, injury, infection). It is the most common cause of facial paralysis and generally affects only one side of the face.
More Information on Bell's Palsy: Movement Disorders
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- Facial Pores
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"Facial Pores" is more commonly referred to as "Pores" in the medical community.
Pores
Also Known As: "Skin Pores"
Tiny opening on the skin that contains a hair follicle. Skin cells that have been shed from the lining of the skin pore can bunch together and clog the pore. Blocked pores trap oil and keep it from rising to the skin surface, resulting in acne.
More Information on Pores: Skin & Hair Basics
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- Facial Ringworm
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"Facial Ringworm" is more commonly referred to as "Tinea Faciei" in the medical community.
Tinea Faciei
A superficial infection of hairless facial skin caused by the ringworm fungi (tinea).
More Information on Tinea Faciei: Skin Related Infections
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- Facial Skin Basics
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The care of the skin on the face (the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear). This may include diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions that affect the skin on the face.
More Information on Facial Skin Basics: Skin & Hair Basics
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- Facial Skin Rejuvenation
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Therapies aimed at keeping skin healthy and youthful looking. Corrective and preventive therapies include topical products, chemical peels, dermabrasion, lasers, surgical excision and more.
More Information on Facial Skin Rejuvenation: Skin & Aging
- + Facilitated Diffusion
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- Facilitated Diffusion
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Process by which substances are transported across cell membranes by means of protein carrier molecules.
- + Factitious Diarrhea
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- Factitious Diarrhea
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Also Known As: "Self Inflicted Diarrhea"
Diarrhea that has been voluntarily induced, usually by laxatives. This may be done to control body weight or gain attention.
More Information on Factitious Diarrhea: Eating Disorders
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- Factitious Disorders
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Disorders wherein the patient makes up illnesses or injury to gain attention.
More Information on Factitious Disorders: Factitious & Related Disorders
- + Factor IX Deficiency
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- Factor IX Deficiency
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"Factor IX Deficiency" is more commonly referred to as "Christmas Disease" in the medical community.
Christmas Disease
Also Known As: "Hemophilia B"
A type of hemophilia in which clotting factor IX is low or missing in a patient. About 10 percent of people with hemophilia have this type. It is named after Stephen Christmas, the first patient with hemophilia B studied in detail.
More Information on Christmas Disease: Anemia & Blood Disorders
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- Factor VIII Deficiency
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"Factor VIII Deficiency" is more commonly referred to as "Classic Hemophilia" in the medical community.
Classic Hemophilia
Also Known As: "Hemophilia A"
A type of hemophilia in which clotting factor VIII is low or missing in a patient. About 90 percent of people with hemophilia have this type.
More Information on Classic Hemophilia: Anemia & Blood Disorders
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- FAD
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"FAD" is more commonly referred to as "Flavin Adenine Dinucleotide" in the medical community.
Flavin Adenine Dinucleotide
A coenzyme derived from the B vitamin riboflavin. It becomes FADH2 when it accepts two high-energy electrons for transport in cells.
- + Fahr's Syndrome
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- Fahr's Syndrome
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Also Known As: "Familial Idiopathic Basal Ganglia Calcification"
A rare, inherited neurological disorder marked by abnormal deposits of calcium in areas of the brain that control movement. Symptoms include motor function deterioration, dementia, seizures, headache, dysarthria and spasticity.
More Information on Fahr's Syndrome: Movement Disorders
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- Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
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Also Known As: "Failed Back Syndrome, FBSS"
A generalized term to describe a patient's condition after a spine or back surgery that failed to relieve pain.
More Information on Failed Back Surgery Syndrome: Back, Neck & Shoulder Pain
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- Failed Back Syndrome
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Also Known As: "FBSS"
A generalized term to describe a patient's condition after a spine or back surgery that failed to relieve pain.
More Information on Failed Back Syndrome: Back, Neck & Shoulder Pain
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- Failure to Thrive
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A child's abnormally low growth in height and weight during infancy and childhood. Physical problems or poor feeding may be responsible. However, disease may not be present in other affected children.
More Information on Failure to Thrive: Pediatric Health Basics
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- Fainting
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Also Known As: "Syncope"
A sudden, usually momentary loss of consciousness preceded by dizziness.
More Information on Fainting: Neuro Signs & Symptoms
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- Fainting & Children
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Also Known As: "Syncope & Children"
A sudden and temporary loss of consciousness resulting from inadequate blood flow to the brain.
More Information on Fainting & Children: Pediatric Signs & Symptoms
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- Fainting & Diabetes
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Also Known As: "Syncope & Diabetes"
A temporary loss of consciousness resulting from inadequate blood flow to the brain. In people with diabetes, fainting may occur as a result of low glucose levels or underlying cardiovascular conditions.
More Information on Fainting & Diabetes: Diabetes Signs & Symptoms
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- Fainting & Emotional Disorders
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A sudden, usually momentary loss of consciousness. People with mental disorders such as specific phobias, eating disorders, panic disorder and others may sometimes experience fainting as a symptom or side effect of certain medications.
More Information on Fainting & Emotional Disorders: Emotional Signs & Symptoms
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- Fainting & Heart Disease
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An unexpected and temporary loss of consciousness resulting from inadequate blood flow to the brain. In most cases, a person quickly regains consciousness but may be confused for a brief period of time.
More Information on Fainting & Heart Disease: Heart Signs & Symptoms
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- Fairbank Type Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia
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"Fairbank Type Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia" is more commonly referred to as "Epiphyseal Dysplasia" in the medical community.
Epiphyseal Dysplasia
Also Known As: "Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia, Ribbing Type Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia, MED"
A rare inherited disorder affecting the head of the long bones (epiphyses). It usually involves shortened bones in the legs, hands and feet. Common symptoms include pain, inflammation and stiffness in the joints, particularly of the legs and hips.
More Information on Epiphyseal Dysplasia: Bone Health
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- Fallopian Tubes
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The tubes that connect the ovary and uterus and allow the passage of eggs into the uterus.
More Information on Fallopian Tubes: Uterine & Ovarian Health
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- Falloposcopy
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The inspection of the fallopian tubes using an endoscope, usually inserted through the cervix.
More Information on Falloposcopy: Uterine & Ovarian Health
- + Fallot's Tetralogy
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- Fallot's Tetralogy
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"Fallot's Tetralogy" is more commonly referred to as "Tetralogy of Fallot" in the medical community.
Tetralogy of Fallot
A condition that involves the "tetralogy" of the following four elements: ventricular septal defect, enlargement of the right ventricle, narrowing of the pulmonic valve and a displaced/deviated aorta.
More Information on Tetralogy of Fallot: Pediatric Heart
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- False Claudication
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"False Claudication" is more commonly referred to as "Pseudoclaudication" in the medical community.
Pseudoclaudication
Also Known As: "Neurogenic Claudication"
Pain or weakness in the legs or arms caused by something other than restricted blood flow. Sometimes confused with claudication, it is usually the result of a condition involving a narrowing of the spinal canal, called spinal stenosis.
More Information on Pseudoclaudication: Heart Signs & Symptoms
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- Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
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Also Known As: "FAP, Familial Polyposis, Familial Adenomatous Polyps"
An inherited condition that increases the risk of colorectal cancer. People with this condition develop colon or rectal polyps that may become cancerous.
More Information on Familial Adenomatous Polyposis: Gastrointestinal System Cancer
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- Familial Adenomatous Polyps
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Also Known As: "FAP, Familial Polyposis"
An inherited condition that increases the risk of colorectal cancer. People with this condition develop colon or rectal polyps that may become cancerous.
More Information on Familial Adenomatous Polyps: Gastrointestinal System Cancer
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- Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome
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An inherited condition that increases the risk of melanoma and may increase the risk of pancreatic cancer.
More Information on Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome: Skin Cancer
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- Familial Combined Hyperlipoproteinemia
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A genetic condition associated with high cholesterol levels in which both cholesterol and triglyceride levels are elevated.
More Information on Familial Combined Hyperlipoproteinemia: Cholesterol
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- Familial Dysautonomia
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"Familial Dysautonomia" is more commonly referred to as "Dysautonomia" in the medical community.
Dysautonomia
Also Known As: "Riley Day Syndrome, Autonomic Dysfunction"
A disorder of autonomic nervous system (ANS) function. It can be local or generalized. It also can be acute and reversible or chronic and progressive. There is no cure, and severe cases can be fatal.
More Information on Dysautonomia: Brain & Nerve Basics
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- Familial Dysbetalipoproteinemia
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Also Known As: "Familial Combined Hyperlipoproteinemia"
A genetic condition associated with high cholesterol levels in which both cholesterol and triglyceride levels are elevated.
More Information on Familial Dysbetalipoproteinemia: Cholesterol
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- Familial Dysplastic Nevi
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A condition that runs in certain families in which at least two members have atypical moles and have a tendency to develop melanoma.
More Information on Familial Dysplastic Nevi: Skin Cancer
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- Familial Hemangioma
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"Familial Hemangioma" is more commonly referred to as "Cavernous Malformation" in the medical community.
Cavernous Malformation
Also Known As: "Nevus Cavernosus, Congenital Vascular Cavernous Malformations, Vascular Erectile Tumor, Cavernomas, Cavernous Angioma"
A rare, often inherited, disorder in which a blood-filled mass (hemangioma) forms of the capilliaries and small veins of one area of the brain. This can lead to headaches and seizures. Treatment is not always needed, but may include surgery.
More Information on Cavernous Malformation: Vascular Disease
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- Familial Hypercholesterolemia
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Also Known As: "FH"
The most widespread inherited cholesterol disorder. The cholesterol levels of people with this disorder may reach as high as 550 milligrams per deciliter - almost four times the level considered desirable for the average person.
More Information on Familial Hypercholesterolemia: Cholesterol
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- Familial Hyperlipoproteinemias
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Genetic conditions that involve high levels of cholesterol and/or triglycerides.
More Information on Familial Hyperlipoproteinemias: Cholesterol
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- Familial Hypertriglyceridemia
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Also Known As: "Type IV Hyperlipoproteinemia"
A genetic condition in which triglyceride levels are abnormally high.
More Information on Familial Hypertriglyceridemia: Cholesterol
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- Familial Idiopathic Basal Ganglia Calcification
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A rare, inherited neurological disorder marked by abnormal deposits of calcium in areas of the brain that control movement. Symptoms include motor function deterioration, dementia, seizures, headache, dysarthria and spasticity.
More Information on Familial Idiopathic Basal Ganglia Calcification: Movement Disorders
- + Familial Macroglossia-Omphalocele Syndrome
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- Familial Macroglossia-Omphalocele Syndrome
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"Familial Macroglossia-Omphalocele Syndrome" is more commonly referred to as "Beckwith Wiedemann Syndrome" in the medical community.
Beckwith Wiedemann Syndrome
Also Known As: "Beckwith Syndrome, BWS, Exomphalos-Macroglossia-Gigantism Syndrome, Wiedemann Syndrome, Wiedemann-Beckwith 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
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- Familial Periodic Paralyses
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Also Known As: "Periodic Paralyses"
A group of inherited neurological disorders caused by mutations in genes that regulate sodium and calcium channels in nerve cells. Symptoms include episodes where affected muscles become slack, weak and unable to contract.
More Information on Familial Periodic Paralyses: Movement Disorders
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- Familial Polyposis
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Also Known As: "Familial Adenomatous Polyps, FAP"
An inherited condition that increases the risk of colorectal cancer. People with this condition develop colon or rectal polyps that may become cancerous.
More Information on Familial Polyposis: Gastrointestinal System Cancer
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- Familial Spastic Paralysis
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"Familial Spastic Paralysis" is more commonly referred to as "Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia" in the medical community.
Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia
A group of inherited disorders marked by progressive weakness and leg stiffness. More complicated forms may be accompanied by neurological symptoms such as optic neuropathy, retinopathy, dementia and ataxia.
More Information on Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia: Movement Disorders
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- Familial Turner Syndrome
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"Familial Turner Syndrome" is more commonly referred to as "Noonan Syndrome" in the medical community.
Noonan Syndrome
Also Known As: "Turner-Like Syndrome, Ullrich-Noonan Syndrome, Male Turner Syndrome, Turner Phenotype With Normal Karyotype, Pseudo-Ullrich-Turner Syndrome, Turner Syndrome In Female With X Chromosome, Female Pseudo-Turner Syndrome"
A type of multiple congenital anomaly/mental retardation (MCA/MR) syndrome that affects the heart, normal growth and development, blood clotting and more. About two thirds of Noonan Syndrome patients have some form of congenital heart disease.
More Information on Noonan Syndrome: Pediatric Heart
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- Familiar Lipoprotein Lipase Deficiency
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Also Known As: "Apo C II Deficiency"
A genetic condition in which people lack one of the enzymes necessary to properly break down chylomicrons. As a result, the person may be diagnosed with a high chylomicron level (hyperchylomicronemia).
More Information on Familiar Lipoprotein Lipase Deficiency: Cholesterol
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- Family Health Portrait
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"Family Health Portrait" is more commonly referred to as "Medical History" in the medical community.
Medical History
Also Known As: "Personal Medical History, Family Medical History, Medical Questionnaire, Family Medical Record, Medical Family Tree, Personal Medical Record"
Information about the past and present medical conditions of the patient and relatives (e.g., parents, grandparents, siblings). Patterns of illness in the patient's family can help the physician to diagnose and treat the patient.
More Information on Medical History: Healthcare Basics
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- Family Medical History
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"Family Medical History" is more commonly referred to as "Medical History" in the medical community.
Medical History
Also Known As: "Personal Medical History, Medical Questionnaire, Family Medical Record, Medical Family Tree, Personal Medical Record, Family Health Portrait"
Information about the past and present medical conditions of the patient and relatives (e.g., parents, grandparents, siblings). Patterns of illness in the patient's family can help the physician to diagnose and treat the patient.
More Information on Medical History: Healthcare Basics
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- Family Medical Record
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"Family Medical Record" is more commonly referred to as "Medical History" in the medical community.
Medical History
Also Known As: "Personal Medical History, Medical Questionnaire, Medical Family Tree, Personal Medical Record, Family Health Portrait, Family Medical History"
Information about the past and present medical conditions of the patient and relatives (e.g., parents, grandparents, siblings). Patterns of illness in the patient's family can help the physician to diagnose and treat the patient.
More Information on Medical History: Healthcare Basics
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- Family Planning
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"Family Planning" is more commonly referred to as "Contraception" in the medical community.
Contraception
Also Known As: "Birth Control"
Methods for preventing pregnancy as the result of intercourse. The most common types are female sterilization (e.g., tubal ligation), oral contraceptives (birth control pills), the male condom and male sterilization (vasectomy).
More Information on Contraception: Contraception
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- Family Psychoeducation
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A clinical approach to psychological education focusing primarily on patient outcomes and secondarily on the well-being of family members.
More Information on Family Psychoeducation: Therapy & Support
- + Family Relationships
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- Family Relationships
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Although normally a source of support and comfort, family relationships can be stressful. Talking together in an objective, non-accusative manner can help. A therapist can help to guide these discussions in a constructive manner.
More Information on Family Relationships: Relationships
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- Family Therapy
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A form of psychotherapy that treats the family as a whole instead of the individual with a focus on the interactions of the family members.
More Information on Family Therapy: Therapy & Support
- + Family to Family Education Program
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- Family to Family Education Program
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Also Known As: "FEEP"
A self-help approach to psychological education focusing primarily on family-member outcomes and secondarily on the well-being of the patient.
More Information on Family to Family Education Program: Therapy & Support
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- FAMMM Syndrome
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Also Known As: "Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome"
An inherited condition that increases the risk of melanoma and may increase the risk of pancreatic cancer.
More Information on FAMMM Syndrome: Skin Cancer
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- Fanconi Syndrome
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Also Known As: "Fanconi's Syndrome"
A rare kidney disorder resulting in essential compounds being excreted in the urine instead of released into the bloodstream. Symptoms include growth problems and increased risk of bone fracture. It is often inherited, but may sometimes be acquired.
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- Fanconi's Anemia
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A rare, inherited disease in which the bone marrow does not produce red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, or a combination of these cells. The disease may develop into myelodysplastic syndrome or leukemia.
More Information on Fanconi's Anemia: Leukemia & Bone Cancer
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- Fanconi's Syndrome
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A rare kidney disorder resulting in essential compounds being excreted in the urine instead of released into the bloodstream. Symptoms include growth problems and increased risk of bone fracture. It is often inherited, but may sometimes be acquired.
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- Fanconi-Schlesinger Syndrome
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"Fanconi-Schlesinger Syndrome" is more commonly referred to as "Williams Syndrome" in the medical community.
Williams Syndrome
Also Known As: "Williams-Barratt Syndrome, Elfin Facies Syndrome, Beuren Syndrome, Williams-Beuren Syndrome, Elfin-Facies Hypercalcemia Syndrome"
A rare genetic disorder that causes specific medical and developmental problems. Most patients have cardiovascular problems such as aortic or pulmonic stenosis, ventricular septal defects, patent ductus arteriosus, aortic hypoplasia and hypertension.
More Information on Williams Syndrome: Pediatric Heart
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- FAO
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"FAO" is more commonly referred to as "Food and Agriculture Organization" in the medical community.
Food and Agriculture Organization
Also Known As: "UNFAO, United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization"
A United Nations agency that serves as a forum for nations to negotiate agreements and debate policy. It also helps developing countries modernize and improve agriculture, forestry and fisheries practices and works to ensure good nutrition for all.
- + FAP
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- FAP
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Also Known As: "Familial Polyposis, Familial Adenomatous Polyps"
An inherited condition that increases the risk of colorectal cancer. People with this condition develop colon or rectal polyps that may become cancerous.
More Information on FAP: Gastrointestinal System Cancer
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- Farber Disease
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Also Known As: "Ceramidase Deficiency, Farber Lipogranulomatosis, N Laurylsphingosine Deacylase Deficiency, Acid Ceramidase Deficiency"
A rare, inherited disease of the metabolism that commonly results in joint pain and inflammation.
More Information on Farber Disease: Fibromyalgia & Pain Disorders
- + Farber Lipogranulomatosis
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- Farber Lipogranulomatosis
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Also Known As: "Ceramidase Deficiency, N Laurylsphingosine Deacylase Deficiency, Acid Ceramidase Deficiency"
A rare, inherited disease of the metabolism that commonly results in joint pain and inflammation.
More Information on Farber Lipogranulomatosis: Fibromyalgia & Pain Disorders
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- Farmer's Lung
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"Farmer's Lung" is more commonly referred to as "Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis" in the medical community.
Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
Also Known As: "Air Conditioner Lung, Mushroom Picker's Disease, Bird Breeder's Lung, Extrinsic Allergic Alveolitis, Humidifier Lung"
An inflammation in the lungs caused by exposure to an allergen, usually organic dust. This dust may come from animal dander, molds, or plants.
More Information on Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis: Breathing & Lung
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- Farsightedness
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"Farsightedness" is more commonly referred to as "Hyperopia" in the medical community.
Hyperopia
Farsightness, or poor near vision. A type of refractory error caused by the eye's inability to bend light correctly, resulting in blurred vision.
More Information on Hyperopia: Pediatric Hearing & Vision
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- FAS
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"FAS" is more commonly referred to as "Fetal Alcohol Syndrome" in the medical community.
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
A group of birth defects that may occur in an infant whose mother consumed alcohol during pregnancy. Characterized by stunted growth, abnormal facial features and problems with the central nervous system.
More Information on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: Birth & Genetic Disorders
- + Fascia
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- Fascia
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A thick band of fibrous tissue that covers muscles and some body organs.
- + Fasciola Infection
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- Fasciola Infection
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Also Known As: "Fascioliasis"
Infection caused by the trematodes Fasciola hepatica (the sheep liver fluke) and Fasciola gigantica. Human infections are found where sheep and cattle are raised, and where humans consume raw watercress.
More Information on Fasciola Infection: Gastroenteritis & Food Illness
- + Fascioliasis
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- Fascioliasis
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Infection caused by the trematodes Fasciola hepatica (the sheep liver fluke) and Fasciola gigantica. Human infections are found where sheep and cattle are raised, and where humans consume raw watercress.
More Information on Fascioliasis: Gastroenteritis & Food Illness
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- Fasciolopsiasis
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Also Known As: "Fasciolopsis Buski Infection"
Infection caused by the trematode Fasciolopsis buski, the largest intestinal fluke affecting humans. It's especially found in areas where humans raise pigs and consume freshwater plants.
More Information on Fasciolopsiasis: Gastroenteritis & Food Illness
- + Fasciolopsis Buski Infection
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- Fasciolopsis Buski Infection
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Infection caused by the trematode Fasciolopsis buski, the largest intestinal fluke affecting humans. It's especially found in areas where humans raise pigs and consume freshwater plants.
More Information on Fasciolopsis Buski Infection: Gastroenteritis & Food Illness
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- FASD
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"FASD" is more commonly referred to as "Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders" in the medical community.
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
Term used to describe different collections of defects due to fetal alcohol exposure. Fetal alcohol syndrome is the most severe. Also includes alcohol-related neurodevelopmental disorder and alcohol-related birth defects.
More Information on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders: Growth & Development
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- Fast Acting Insulin
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"Fast Acting Insulin" is more commonly referred to as "Rapid Acting Insulin" in the medical community.
Rapid Acting Insulin
Also Known As: "Quick Acting Insulin"
A form of insulin medication that begins to work 5 minutes after injection, peaks in an hour and works for two to four hours.
More Information on Rapid Acting Insulin: Insulin
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- Fast Twitch Fibers
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Also Known As: "FT Fibers"
Muscle fibers that are able to develop high tension quickly. They are designed to provide explosive movements for activities such as sprinting or weight-lifting, but they easily fatigue.
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