MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Venogram
A venogram is a way to look at veins in your body using x-rays and a special dye called contrast. It is most often use to look at veins in the legs and belly area (abdomen). X-rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation like light, but of higher ... [... more]
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MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Obesity
Obesity is a term used to describe body weight that is much greater than what is considered healthy. If you are obese, you have a much higher amount of body fat than lean muscle mass. Anyone more than 100 pounds overweight or with a BMI greater ... [... more]
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MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Nodules
Nodules are solid, raised bumps in or under the skin that are wider than 10 millimeters. [... more]
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MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Lacquer
Lacquer is a clear or colored coating (called a varnish) that is often used to give wooden surfaces a glossy look. Lacquers are dangerous to swallow. Breathing in the fumes for a long period of time is also harmful. Poisoning from lacquers is due ... [... more]
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MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Overdose
An overdose is when you take more than the normal or recommended amount of something, usually a drug. An overdose may result in serious, harmful symptoms or death. If you take too much of something on purpose, it is called an intentional or ... [... more]
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MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Cirrhosis
Cirrhosis is scarring of the liver and poor liver function as a result of chronic liver disease. Cirrhosis is caused by chronic liver disease. Common causes of chronic liver disease in the U.S. include: Disorders of the drainage system of the ... [... more]
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MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Noma
Noma is a type of gangrene that destroys mucous membranes of the mouth and other tissues. It occurs in malnourished children in areas of poor cleanliness. The exact cause is unknown, but may be due to bacteria called fusospirochetal ... [... more]
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Based on FDA and CDC's ongoing investigation of the Salmonella outbreak, consumers are advised: Do not eat peanut-containing products on the FDA recall list. If you are concerned about a product, call the phone number on the product packaging or ... [... more]
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