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"Itchiness" is more commonly referred to as "Pruritus" in the medical community. Pruritus
A sensation that provokes the desire to scratch. It can be associated with the skin, eyes, nose or other areas. More Information on Pruritus: Skin Signs & Symptoms
"Itchy Eyes" is more commonly referred to as "Eye Related Symptoms" in the medical community. Eye Related Symptoms
Also Known As: "Watery Eyes, Burning 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
"IU" is more commonly referred to as "International Units" in the medical community. International Units
A measure of vitamin activity. Some experts consider them to be outdated because they do not consider differences in the extent to which a vitamin is absorbed into the bloodstream (bioavailability). More Information on International Units: Vitamins
"IUD" is more commonly referred to as "Intrauterine Device" in the medical community. Intrauterine Device
A small plastic or metal device that is inserted by a physician into the uterus through the cervix to provide contraception (birth control). More Information on Intrauterine Device: Contraception
"IUGR" is more commonly referred to as "Intrauterine Growth Retardation" in the medical community. Intrauterine Growth Retardation
Decreased fetal rate of growth. Causes include reduced blood supply, disorders of the placenta and maternal malnutrition or illness. More Information on Intrauterine Growth Retardation: Pregnancy Management
"IUI" is more commonly referred to as "Intrauterine Insemination" in the medical community. Intrauterine Insemination
The placement of "washed" sperm (with most of the seminal fluid removed) into the uterus via a tube inserted through the vagina. It is not considered assisted reproductive technology (ART) because it does not involve egg manipulation. More Information on Intrauterine Insemination: Fertility Issues
"IV Pyelogram" is more commonly referred to as "Intravenous Pyelogram" in the medical community. Intravenous Pyelogram
Also Known As: "Intravenous Pyelography, Pyelography, IVP, Pyelogram"
A special x-ray in which a contrast medium (dye) is first introduced through an I.V. to make the kidneys, ureters and bladder appear more clearly. More Information on Intravenous Pyelogram: Cancer Imaging Tests
"IVB" is more commonly referred to as "Intravascular Radiotherapy" in the medical community. Intravascular Radiotherapy
Also Known As: "Intravascular Radiation Therapy, Coronary Artery Brachytherapy, Radiation to Prevent Restenosis, IVR, Gamma Radiation Therapy, Intra-Coronary Artery Radiation, Intravascular Brachytherapy"
A procedure in which a burst of radiation is delivered within an artery to prevent its reclosing (restenosis) after an angioplasty with stenting. More Information on Intravascular Radiotherapy: Catheter Tests & Procedures
"IVF" is more commonly referred to as "In Vitro Fertilization" in the medical community. In Vitro Fertilization
A type of assisted reproductive technology in which a woman's eggs are removed and combined with sperm outside the body to achieve fertilization. The resulting embryo is then implanted into the uterus after two or three days. More Information on In Vitro Fertilization: Fertility Issues
"IVIG" is more commonly referred to as "Intravenous Immune Globulin" in the medical community. Intravenous Immune Globulin
Immunoglobulins (proteins that act as antibodies) administered intravenously. This therapy is used to treat conditions in which the body does not produce enough of its own antibodies. More Information on Intravenous Immune Globulin: Autoimmune Basics
"IVP" is more commonly referred to as "Intravenous Pyelogram" in the medical community. Intravenous Pyelogram
Also Known As: "Intravenous Pyelography, Pyelography, Pyelogram, IV Pyelogram"
A special x-ray in which a contrast medium (dye) is first introduced through an I.V. to make the kidneys, ureters and bladder appear more clearly. More Information on Intravenous Pyelogram: Cancer Imaging Tests
"IVR" is more commonly referred to as "Intravascular Radiotherapy" in the medical community. Intravascular Radiotherapy
Also Known As: "Intravascular Radiation Therapy, Coronary Artery Brachytherapy, Radiation to Prevent Restenosis, Gamma Radiation Therapy, Intra-Coronary Artery Radiation, Intravascular Brachytherapy, IVB"
A procedure in which a burst of radiation is delivered within an artery to prevent its reclosing (restenosis) after an angioplasty with stenting. More Information on Intravascular Radiotherapy: Catheter Tests & Procedures
"IVUS" is more commonly referred to as "Intravascular Echocardiogram" in the medical community. Intravascular Echocardiogram
Also Known As: "Intravascular Ultrasound"
An echocardiogram that is done during a cardiac catheterization. The test is performed by sending high-frequency sound waves (ultrasound) through the already-inserted catheter, which produces a moving picture on a nearby video screen. More Information on Intravascular Echocardiogram: Heart Imaging & Rhythm Tests
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