Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac Glossary of Terms
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Airway: The path that air follows to get into and out of the lungs. The mouth and nose are... See the entire definition of AirwayAllergic contact dermatitis: A red, itchy, weepy reaction where the skin has come into con... See the entire definition of Allergic contact dermatitisAllergic reaction: The hypersensitive response of the immune system of an allergic indiv... See the entire definition of Allergic reactionAllergy: A misguided reaction to foreign substances by the immune system, the body system ... See the entire definition of AllergyAnaphylaxis: Allergic reaction. In severe cases, this can include potentially deadly anap... See the entire definition of AnaphylaxisAntihistamines: Drugs that combat the histamine released during an allergic reaction by bl... See the entire definition of AntihistaminesAsthma: A common lung disorder in which inflammation causes the bronchi to swell and narro... See the entire definition of AsthmaBlister: A collection of fluid underneath the top layer of skin (epidermis). There are man... See the entire definition of BlisterBrain: The portion of the central nervous system that is located within the skull. It func... See the entire definition of BrainBreathing: The process of respiration, during which air is inhaled into the lungs through ... See the entire definition of BreathingBumps: The raised area of a bump or bruise results from blood leaking from these injured b... See the entire definition of BumpsCalamine: An astringent made from zinc carbonate or zinc oxide, customarily used in lotion... See the entire definition of CalamineCluster: In epidemiology, an aggregation of cases of a disease or another health-related c... See the entire definition of ClusterContact dermatitis: A skin condition caused by contact between skin and some substance. In... See the entire definition of Contact dermatitisCorticosteroid: Any of the steroid hormones made by the outer portion (cortex) of the adre... See the entire definition of Corticosteroid
CPR: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Dermatitis: Inflammation of the skin, either due to direct contact with an irritating sub... See the entire definition of DermatitisDermatology: 1. The branch of medicine concerned with the diagnosis, treatment, and... See the entire definition of DermatologyDiagnosis: 1 The nature of a disease; the identification of an illness. 2 A ... See the entire definition of DiagnosisDilate: To stretch or enlarge. Also known as dilatate. Emergency department: The department of a hospital responsible for the provision of medica... See the entire definition of Emergency departmentEpinephrine: A substance produced by the medulla (inside) of the adrenal gland. The name e... See the entire definition of EpinephrineImmune: Protected against infection, usually by the presence of antibodies. Immune response: Any reaction by the immune system. For example, poison ivy can cause an i... See the entire definition of Immune responseImmunology: The study of all aspects of the immune system, including its structure and fun... See the entire definition of ImmunologyIndicate: In medicine, to make a treatment or procedure advisable because of a particular ... See the entire definition of IndicateInfection: The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, an... See the entire definition of InfectionInternal medicine: The medical specialty dedicated to the diagnosis and medical treatment ... See the entire definition of Internal medicineItching: An uncomfortable sensation in the skin that feels as if something is crawling on ... See the entire definition of ItchingMedical history: 1. In clinical medicine, the patient's past and present which may ... See the entire definition of Medical history
Mouth: 1. The upper opening of the digestive tract, beginning with the lips and con... See the entire definition of MouthPain: An unpleasant sensation that can range from mild, localized discomfort to agony. Pa... See the entire definition of PainPharmacy: A location where prescription medications are sold. A pharmacy is constantly sup... See the entire definition of PharmacyPoison: Any substance that can cause severe organ damage or death if ingested, breathed in... See the entire definition of PoisonPoison ivy: Skin inflammation that results from contact with the poison ivy vine. Chemical... See the entire definition of Poison ivyPoison oak: Skin inflammation that results from contact with the poison oak plant. Chemica... See the entire definition of Poison oakPrescription: A physician's order for the preparation and administration of a drug or dev... See the entire definition of PrescriptionPrescription drug: A drug requiring a prescription, as opposed to an over-the-counter dr... See the entire definition of Prescription drugPulse: The rhythmic dilation of an artery that results from beating of the heart. Pulse is... See the entire definition of PulsePus: A thick, whitish-yellow fluid that results from the accumulation of white blood cells... See the entire definition of PusRash: Breaking out (eruption) of the skin. A rash can be caused by an underlying medical c... See the entire definition of RashReferral: The recommendation of a medical or paramedical professional. If you get a refer... See the entire definition of ReferralThroat: The throat is the anterior (front) portion of the neck beginning at the back of th... See the entire definition of ThroatTopical: Pertaining to a particular surface area. For example, a topical agent is applied ... See the entire definition of TopicalUnconscious: 1. Interruption of awareness of oneself and one's surroundings, lack ... See the entire definition of Unconscious
Wheezing: A whistling noise in the chest during breathing. Wheezing occurs when the airway... See the entire definition of Wheezing
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