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Abdominal distress 10/31/2005
Abdominal distress is any pain or discomfort in the abdomen. The abdominal area is the area between your chest and groin, often referred to as the stomach region or belly. See abdominal pain , abdominal bloating , and excessive gas .
Information: Diseases or problems with any of the organs inside the abdominal cavity can lead to pain as well as other symptoms like�a change in bowel habits, nausea, or vomiting. The pain may be chronic (ongoing) or acute (sudden), crampy or sharp, and associated with abdominal rigidity (board-like stiffness).
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Abdominal girth 11/15/2005
Abdominal girth is the measurement of the distance around the abdomen at a specific point, usually at the level of the belly button (navel). Abdominal girth can be an objective measurement of abdominal swelling .
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Review Date: 11/15/2005 Reviewed By: Jonathan Harding, MD, CPE, Department of Medicine, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. The information provided herein should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition.
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Abdominal pain diagnosis 10/27/2005
There are clues to diagnosing the cause and severity of abdominal pain. See abdominal pain for a detailed discussion of the potential causes and what to do for your symptoms.
Alternative Names: Stomachache
Information: Abdominal pain can represent many different types of problems besides a simple stomachache. It can even be from pain in the pelvis (like menstrual cramps), back (like kidney stones ), or chest (like a heart attack or heartburn).
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Acupuncture and pain 11/21/2005
Alternative Names: Pain relief by acupuncture; Hypnosis and pain; Alternative medicine - pain relief
Information: For many people acupuncture is an effective means of relieving pain. This may be particularly true for back pain and headache pain. Other types of pain that may be helped by acupuncture include arthritis (both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis), musculoskeletal injuries (for instance,�to the neck, shoulder, knee, or elbow), fibromyalgia , carpal tunnel syndrome , labor pain, and cancer-related pain.
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Acute 10/26/2004
Acute means sudden or severe. Symptoms appear, change, or worsen rapidly. The opposite of chronic .
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Review Date: 10/26/2004 Reviewed By: A.D.A.M. editorial. Previously reviewed by David Webner, M.D., Department of Family Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
The information provided herein should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition.
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Adolescent development 02/16/2005
The development of children ages 12 through 18 years old is expected to include predictable physical and mental milestones.
Alternative Names: Development - adolescent; Growth and development - adolescent
Information: During adolescence, children develop the ability to: Comprehend abstract content, such as higher mathematic concepts, and develop moral philosophies, including rights and privileges Question old values without a sense of dread or loss of identity Move gradually towards a more mature sense of identity and purpose Establish and maintain satisfying personal relationships by learning to share intimacy without inhibition or dread PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT Adolescence is characterized by dramatic physical changes moving the individual from childhood into physical maturity.
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Adolescent test or procedure preparation 06/13/2006
Proper preparations for a test or procedure can reduce an adolescent's anxiety, encourage cooperation, and help the child develop coping skills.
Alternative Names: Test/procedure preparation - adolescent; Preparing adolescent for test/procedure
Information: There are a number of ways to help an adolescent prepare for a medical test or procedure. First, provide detailed information and explain reasons for the procedure.
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Adrenal glands 08/01/2005
Adrenal glands are triangular-shaped glands located on top of the kidneys. They produce hormones such as estrogen, progesterone, steroids, cortisol, and cortisone, and chemicals such as adrenalin ( epinephrine ), norepinephrine , and dopamine. When the glands produce more or less hormones than required by the body, disease conditions may occur.
Information: Related topics: Cushing's syndrome Hirsutism Primary aldosteronism Addison's disease Hypoglycemia Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome Adrenal insufficiency
Review Date: 8/1/2005 Reviewed By: Nikheel S.
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Advanced care directives 11/15/2005
Advanced care directives are specific instructions, prepared in advance, that are intended to direct a person's medical care if he or she becomes unable to do so in the future.
Alternative Names: Power of attorney; DNR; Do not resuscitate; Living will
Information: Advanced care directives allow patients to make their own decisions regarding the care they would prefer to receive if they develop a terminal illness or a life-threatening injury. Advanced care directives�can also designate someone the patient trusts to make decisions about medical care, if the patient becomes unable to make (or communicate) these decisions.
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Aerobic 10/26/2004
Requiring oxygen to survive, grow, or function properly. The opposite of anaerobic .
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Review Date: 10/26/2004 Reviewed By: A.D.A.M. editorial. Previously reviewed by David Webner, M.D., Department of Family Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. The information provided herein should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition.
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