Abdominoplasty
The common nickname for this procedure, "tummy tuck", which removes excess sagging skin from the abdomen, belies the fact that it is major surgery normally done under general anesthesia. The goal of the surgery is to remove a section of skin, [... more]
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Definition of Abscess
An abscess is a cavity containing pus and surrounded by inflamed tissue, formed as a result of a localized infection. An abscess may develop, enlarge or subside, depending on whether microorganisms or leukocytes (white blood cells) gain the upper ... [... more]
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Acidophilus
Lactobacillus acidophilus is a lactic acid producing bacteria thought to have beneficial effects on digestion and overall health. Many factors decrease the number of lactic acid producing bacteria that live and work in the gastrointestinal tract ... [... more]
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Definition of Acne
Technically called acne vulgaris, this skin disease affects millions of Americans annually. It can vary from quite mild to extremely severe. Acne usually develops when the sebaceous glands and the lining of the hair follicle begin to work ... [... more]
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Acoustic Neurinoma
Acoustic neurinoma is a benign tumor that may develop on the hearing and balance nerves near the inner ear. The tumor results from an overproduction of Schwann cells - small, sheet-like cells that normally wrap around nerve fibers like onion skin ... [... more]
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Actinomycosis
Actinomycosis is an infection caused by a bacterium called Actinomyces israelii (A. israelii). Actinomycosis (also known as Rivalta disease, big jaw, clams, lumpy jaw or wooden tongue) is an infection, commonly of the face and neck, that produces ... [... more]
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Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a method of producing analgesia or altering the function of a system of the body by inserting fine, wire-thin needles into the skin on the body along a series of lines, or channels, called meridians. The needles are twirled or ... [... more]
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Acute Myeloid Leukemia (Adult)
Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention of Acute Myeloid Leukemia (Adult) Questions To Ask Your Doctor About Acute Myeloid Leukemia (Adult) Acute Myeloid Leukemia is the most common form of myeloid leukemia in adults (chronic lymphocytic leukemia is ... [... more]
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Addison's Disease
Addison's Disease is an uncommon disease, caused by partial or complete failure of the outer layer of the adrenal glands (the adrenal cortex). The adrenal gland produces hormones that control many body functions. In Addison's disease, there is a ... [... more]
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Adenocarcinoma of the Lung and Brain Metastases
Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention of Adenocarcinoma of the Lung and Brain Metastases Definition of Adenocarcinoma of the Lung and Brain Metastases Description of Adenocarcinoma of the Lung and Brain Metastases Diagnosis of Adenocarcinoma of the ... [... more]
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Definition of Adhesions
An adhesion is a band of scar tissue that binds together two anatomic surfaces which are normally separated from each other. Adhesions are most commonly found in the abdomen, where they form after abdominal surgery, inflammation or injury. ... [... more]
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AIDS and HIV Infection
Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention of AIDS and HIV Infection AIDS stands for Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. AIDS is a serious condition that weakens the body's immune system, leaving it unable to fight off illness. AIDS is the last stage in ... [... more]
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