Abdominal pain
Abdominal pain is pain that you feel anywhere between your chest and groin. This is often referred to as the stomach region or belly. There are many organs in the abdomen. Pain in the abdomen can originate from any one of them, including: Organs ... [... more]
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Abdominal tap
An abdominal tap is a procedure in which a needle is inserted through the skin to remove fluid from the abdomen. Normally, the abdomen contains only a small amount of fluid. In certain conditions, large amounts of fluid can accumulate in the abdomen. [... more]
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Placenta abruptio
Premature separation of placenta; Ablatio placentae; Abruptio placentae; Placental abruption Placenta abruptio is separation of the placenta (the organ that nourishes the fetus) from the site of uterine implantation before delivery of the ... [... more]
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Abnormal posturing
Abnormal posturing is different from what is commonly called "bad posture" or "slouching." Instead, it is a tendency to hold a particular body position, or to move one or more parts of the body in a particular way. Certain abnormal [... more]
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Tooth - abnormal shape
Hutchinson incisors; Abnormal tooth shape; Peg teeth; Mulberry teeth; Conical teeth An abnormally shaped tooth is any tooth that has an irregular shape. The appearance of normal teeth varies, especially the molars. Abnormally shaped teeth can ... [... more]
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Peritonsillar abscess
Peritonsillar abscess is a collection of infected material in the area around the tonsils. Peritonsillar abscess is a complication of tonsillitis. It is most often caused by a type of bacteria called group A beta-hemolytic ... [... more]
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Tooth abscess
Periapical abscess; Dental abscess; Tooth infection; Abscess - tooth A tooth abscess is a collection of infected material (pus) resulting from a bacterial infection in the center of a tooth. A tooth abscess is a complication of tooth decay. It ... [... more]
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Petit mal seizure
A petit mal seizure is the term commonly given to a staring spell, most commonly called an "absence seizure." It is a brief (usually less than 15 seconds) disturbance of brain function due to abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Petit mal [... more]
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Acetaminophen overdose
Acetaminophen overdose is one of the most common poisonings worldwide. People often think that acetaminophen, a pain-relieving medicine, is extremely safe. However, it may be deadly if taken in large doses. Acetaminophen is found in a variety of ... [... more]
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Serum cholinesterase
Acetylcholinesterase; RBC (or erythrocyte) cholinesterase; Pseudocholinesterase; Plasma cholinesterase; Butyrylcholinesterase Serum cholinesterase is a blood test that looks at certain enzymes (acetylcholinesterase and pseudocholinesterase) that ... [... more]
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MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Leg pain
Leg pain can be due to a muscle cramp (also called a charley horse). Common causes of cramps include: Dehydration or low amounts of potassium, sodium, calcium, or magnesium in the blood Diuretics, which can cause you to lose too much fluid or ... [... more]
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Bone pain or tenderness
Bone pain or tenderness is aching or other discomfort in one or more bones. Bone pain is seen less commonly than joint pain and muscle pain. The source of bone pain may be obvious, as in a fracture following an accident. Or it may be more subtle, ... [... more]
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