Black Widow Spider Bite Glossary of Terms
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Abdomen: The belly, that part of the body that contains all of the structures between the... See the entire definition of AbdomenAbdominal: Relating to the abdomen, the belly, that part of the body that contains all of ... See the entire definition of AbdominalAbdominal pain: Pain in the belly. Abdominal pain can be acute or chronic. It may reflect ... See the entire definition of Abdominal painAcetaminophen: A nonaspirin pain reliever or analgesic. Acetaminophen may be given alone t... See the entire definition of AcetaminophenAcute: Of abrupt onset, in reference to a disease. Acute often also connotes an illness th... See the entire definition of AcuteAcute pain: Pain that comes on quickly, can be severe, but lasts a relatively shorter peri... See the entire definition of Acute painAllergic reaction: The hypersensitive response of the immune system of an allergic indiv... See the entire definition of Allergic reactionAnaphylaxis: 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 AntihistaminesAntitoxin: An antibody capable of destroying microorganisms including viruses and bacteri... See the entire definition of AntitoxinAntivenin: Antibodies created in the blood of a horse or sheep when the animal is injected... See the entire definition of AntiveninAppendicitis: Inflammation of the appendix, usually associated with infection of the appen... See the entire definition of AppendicitisBlood pressure: The blood pressure is the pressure of the blood within the arteries. It is... See the entire definition of Blood pressureCalcium: A mineral found mainly in the hard part of bones, where it is stored. Calcium is ... See the entire definition of CalciumChest: The area of the body located between the neck and the abdomen. The chest contains t... See the entire definition of Chest
Chest pain: Pain in the chest that can be a result of many things, including angina, heart... See the entire definition of Chest painDizziness: Painless head discomfort with many possible causes including disturbances of ... See the entire definition of DizzinessEmergency department: The department of a hospital responsible for the provision of medica... See the entire definition of Emergency departmentFever: Although a fever technically is any body temperature above the normal of 98.6 degr... See the entire definition of FeverGallbladder: A pear-shaped organ located below the liver that stores the bile secreted by ... See the entire definition of GallbladderHeart: The muscle that pumps blood received from veins into arteries throughout the body. ... See the entire definition of HeartHeart attack: The death of heart muscle due to the loss of blood supply. The loss of bloo... See the entire definition of Heart attackHeart rate: The number of heartbeats per unit of time, usually per minute. The heart rate ... See the entire definition of Heart rateIbuprofen: A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is commonly used to treat pa... See the entire definition of IbuprofenItching: An uncomfortable sensation in the skin that feels as if something is crawling on ... See the entire definition of ItchingLacrimation: Shedding tears, or shedding more tears than is normal (for example, as a resu... See the entire definition of LacrimationLymph: The almost colorless fluid that travels through the lymphatic system, carrying cell... See the entire definition of LymphMuscle: Muscle is the tissue of the body which primarily functions as a source of power. T... See the entire definition of MuscleNarcotic: 1. A drug that causes insensibility or stupor. A narcotic induces narcosi... See the entire definition of NarcoticNausea: Stomach queasiness, the urge to vomit. Nausea can be brought on by many causes, in... See the entire definition of Nausea
Neurotoxic: Poisonous to nerves or nerve tissue. Neurotoxin: Any substance that is capable of causing damage to nerves or nerve tissue. For... See the entire definition of NeurotoxinPain: 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 PharmacyProtein: One of the three nutrients used as energy sources (calories) by the body. Protein... See the entire definition of ProteinRespiratory: Having to do with respiration. Serum: The clear liquid that can be separated from clotted blood. Serum differs from plas... See the entire definition of SerumShoulder: A structure made up of two main bones: the scapula (shoulder blade) and the hume... See the entire definition of ShoulderSpider bites: Bites from spiders. These are usually irritating, but not poisonous. Localiz... See the entire definition of Spider bitesSymptom: Any subjective evidence of disease. In contrast, a sign is objective. Blood comin... See the entire definition of SymptomTremor: An abnormal, repetitive shaking movement of the body. Tremors have many causes and... See the entire definition of TremorVenom: A poison, particularly one secreted by an animal. Examples are bee venom, snake ven... See the entire definition of Venom
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