Chemical Warfare Glossary of TermsThe following are health and medical definitions of terms that appear in the Chemical Warfare article.
Abdominal: 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 painAbnormal: Outside the expected norm, or uncharacteristic of a particular patient. Absorption: Uptake. For example, intestinal absorption is the uptake of food (or other sub... See the entire definition of AbsorptionAcetylcholinesterase: An enzyme that breaks down the neurotransmitter acetylcholine at the... See the entire definition of AcetylcholinesteraseAirway: The path that air follows to get into and out of the lungs. The mouth and nose are... See the entire definition of AirwayAirway obstruction: Partial or complete blockage of the breathing passages to the lungs. C... See the entire definition of Airway obstructionAmmonia: A colorless gas with a very sharp odor. Made both by humans and by nature, ammoni... See the entire definition of AmmoniaAntibiotic: A drug used to treat infections caused by bacteria and other microorganisms. ... See the entire definition of AntibioticAnticholinergic: Opposing the actions of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. Anticholinerg... See the entire definition of AnticholinergicAntidote: A drug that counteracts a poison. Anxiety: A feeling of apprehension and fear, characterized by physical symptoms such as pa... See the entire definition of AnxietyAtropine: A drug, made from the belladonna plant, that is administered via injection, eye ... See the entire definition of AtropineBlindness: Loss of useful sight. Blindness can be temporary or permanent. Damage to any p... See the entire definition of BlindnessBlister: A collection of fluid underneath the top layer of skin (epidermis). There are man... See the entire definition of BlisterBlurred vision: Lack of sharpness of vision with, as a result, the inability to see fine d... See the entire definition of Blurred visionBone marrow: The soft blood-forming tissue that fills the cavities of bones and contains f... See the entire definition of Bone marrowBreathing: The process of respiration, during which air is inhaled into the lungs through ... See the entire definition of BreathingCancer: An abnormal growth of cells which tend to proliferate in an uncontrolled way and, ... See the entire definition of CancerCardiovascular: Relating to the circulatory system, which comprises the heart and blood ve... See the entire definition of CardiovascularCardiovascular system: The heart and blood vessels. Also known as circulatory system. Cell: The basic structural and functional unit of any living thing. Each cell is a small c... See the entire definition of CellChemical reaction: A process in which one substance is transformed into another. Chemical terrorism: Terrorism using chemical agents. These chemical agents are poisonous g... See the entire definition of Chemical terrorismChemotherapy: 1. In the original sense, a chemical that binds to and specifically k... See the entire definition of ChemotherapyChloride: The major anion (negatively charged substance) in the blood and extracellular fl... See the entire definition of ChlorideChloroacetophenone: A riot control agent or "tear gas." See: Riot control agent poisoning.... See the entire definition of ChloroacetophenoneColony-stimulating factor: A laboratory-made agent that is similar to substances in the bo... See the entire definition of Colony-stimulating factorCongestion: An abnormal or excessive accumulation of a body fluid. The term is used broadl... See the entire definition of CongestionContraction: The tightening and shortening of a muscle. Contrast: Short for "contrast media." Contrast media are X-ray dyes used to provide contra... See the entire definition of ContrastCorneal: Pertaining to the cornea, the clear front window of the eye that transmits and fo... See the entire definition of CornealCough: A rapid expulsion of air from the lungs, typically in order to clear the lung airwa... See the entire definition of CoughCutaneous: Related to the skin. Cyanide: Poisoning with cyanide, a rapidly acting, potentially deadly chemical that can ex... See the entire definition of CyanideDepression: An illness that involves the body, mood, and thoughts and that affects the way... See the entire definition of DepressionDiagnosis: 1 The nature of a disease; the identification of an illness. 2 A ... See the entire definition of DiagnosisDiarrhea: A common condition that involves unusually frequent and liquid bowel movements. ... See the entire definition of DiarrheaDilate: To stretch or enlarge. Also known as dilatate. Dizziness: 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 departmentEssential: In medicine, of unknown cause, as in essential hypertension (high blood pressur... See the entire definition of EssentialFats: Plural of the word "fat". See the definition of fat. Garlic: A perennial herb of the lily family cultivated for its pungent, edible bulbs. Garl... See the entire definition of GarlicGastrointestinal: Adjective referring collectively to the stomach and small and large inte... See the entire definition of GastrointestinalGastrointestinal tract: The stomach and intestines. Abbreviated GI tract. Granulocyte: A type of white blood cell that is filled with microscopic granules, little s... See the entire definition of GranulocyteGranulocyte colony-stimulating factor: See: G-CSF. Headache: A pain in the head with the pain being above the eyes or the ears, behind the he... See the entire definition of HeadacheHeart: The muscle that pumps blood received from veins into arteries throughout the body. ... See the entire definition of HeartHeart rate: The number of heartbeats per unit of time, usually per minute. The heart rate ... See the entire definition of Heart rateHoarseness: Hoarseness is a term referring to abnormal voice changes. Hoarseness may be ma... See the entire definition of HoarsenessInfection: The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, an... See the entire definition of InfectionInjure: To harm, hurt, or wound. The word injure may be in physical or emotional sense. Fr... See the entire definition of InjureInjury: Harm or hurt. To harm, hurt, or wound. The word injure may be in physical or emot... See the entire definition of InjuryInsomnia: The perception or complaint of inadequate or poor-quality sleep due to a number ... See the entire definition of InsomniaIntensive care: See critical care. Intervention: The act of intervening, interfering or interceding with the intent of modify... See the entire definition of InterventionItching: An uncomfortable sensation in the skin that feels as if something is crawling on ... See the entire definition of ItchingJAMA: The Journal of the American Medical Association. JAMA began publication in 1883. It ... See the entire definition of JAMALaboratory: A place for doing tests and research procedures, and for preparing chemicals a... See the entire definition of LaboratoryLancet: A small, pointed knife that is used to prick a finger for a blood test. Lethal: Deadly. Lungs: The lungs are a pair of breathing organs located with the chest which remove carbon... See the entire definition of LungsMarrow: The bone marrow. Motor: Something that produces or refers to motion. For example, a motor neuron is a nerve... See the entire definition of MotorMouth: 1. The upper opening of the digestive tract, beginning with the lips and con... See the entire definition of MouthMPH: Master of public health, a degree designating successful training in analyzing past, ... See the entire definition of MPHMuscle: Muscle is the tissue of the body which primarily functions as a source of power. T... See the entire definition of MuscleMuscular: Having to do with the muscles. Also, endowed with above average muscle developme... See the entire definition of MuscularNausea: Stomach queasiness, the urge to vomit. Nausea can be brought on by many causes, in... See the entire definition of NauseaNerve: A bundle of fibers that uses electrical and chemical signals to transmit sensory an... See the entire definition of NerveNeurotoxic: Poisonous to nerves or nerve tissue. Nitrogen: Element number 7, a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas that is biologically impo... See the entire definition of NitrogenNose: The external midline projection from the face. The purpose of the nose is to warm, c... See the entire definition of NoseObstruction: Blockage of a passageway. See, for example: Airway obstruction; Intestinal o... See the entire definition of ObstructionOrganic: 1. A chemical compound that contains carbon. Pain: An unpleasant sensation that can range from mild, localized discomfort to agony. Pa... See the entire definition of PainParalysis: Loss of voluntary movement (motor function). Paralysis that affects only one mu... See the entire definition of ParalysisPediatrics: The field of medicine that is concerned with the health of infants, children, ... See the entire definition of PediatricsPesticide: A chemical used to control, repel, or destroy pests of any sort. There are scor... See the entire definition of PesticidePharmacy: 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 control center: A special information center set up to inform people about how to r... See the entire definition of Poison Control CenterPoisoning: Taking a substance that is injurious to health or can cause death. Poisoning i... See the entire definition of PoisoningPons: A specific section of the brain formed by the rounded prominence on the front surfac... See the entire definition of PonsPrognosis: The forecast of the probable outcome or course of a disease; the patient's chan... See the entire definition of PrognosisPublic health: The approach to medicine that is concerned with the health of the community... See the entire definition of Public healthPupil: The opening of the iris. The pupil may appear to open (dilate) and close (constrict... See the entire definition of PupilRash: Breaking out (eruption) of the skin. A rash can be caused by an underlying medical c... See the entire definition of RashResidual: Something left behind. With residual disease, the disease has not been eradicate... See the entire definition of ResidualRespiratory: Having to do with respiration. Respiratory failure: Inability of the lungs to perform their basic task of gas exchange, t... See the entire definition of Respiratory failureRicin: A potent protein toxin made from the waste left over from processing castor beans. ... See the entire definition of RicinRunny nose: The production of extra mucus by the nose. Rhinorrhea is the medical term for ... See the entire definition of Runny noseSaline: Relating to salt. As an adjective, "saline" means "salty, containing salt." As a n... See the entire definition of SalineSensitivity: 1. In psychology, the quality of being sensitive. As, for example, sen... See the entire definition of SensitivityShortness of breath: Difficulty in breathing. Medically referred to as dyspnea. Shortness ... See the entire definition of Shortness of breathSinus: 1. An air-filled cavity in a dense portion of a skull bone. The sinuses decr... See the entire definition of SinusSore: 1. (adjective) A popular term for painful, such as a sore throat. 2. (... See the entire definition of SoreSore throat: Pain in the throat. Sore throat may be caused by many different causes, inclu... See the entire definition of Sore throatSuperficial: In anatomy, on the surface or shallow. As opposed to deep. The skin is superf... See the entire definition of SuperficialSupportive care: Treatment given to prevent, control, or relieve complications and side ef... See the entire definition of Supportive careSurgery: The branch of medicine that employs operations in the treatment of disease or inj... See the entire definition of SurgerySweating: The act of secreting fluid from the skin by the sweat (sudoriferous) glands. The... See the entire definition of SweatingTabun: Tabun or GA is an extremely toxic chemical substance. It is classified as a nerve ... See the entire definition of TabunTetanus: An often fatal infectious disease that is caused by the bacterium Clostridium tet... See the entire definition of TetanusTherapy: The treatment of disease. Therapy is synonymous with treatment. Throat: The throat is the anterior (front) portion of the neck beginning at the back of th... See the entire definition of ThroatTongue: A strong muscle that is anchored to the floor of the mouth. The tongue is covered ... See the entire definition of TongueTopical: Pertaining to a particular surface area. For example, a topical agent is applied ... See the entire definition of TopicalToxicity: The degree to which a substance (a toxin or poison) can harm humans or animals. ... See the entire definition of ToxicityToxicology: The study of the nature, effects, and detection of poisons (toxins) and the tr... See the entire definition of ToxicologyTwitching: : Involuntary contractions of groups of muscle fibers. Also known as fasciculat... See the entire definition of TwitchingUrine: Liquid waste produced by the kidneys. Urine is a clear, transparent fluid that norm... See the entire definition of UrineWeight loss: Weight loss is a decrease in body weight resulting from either voluntary (die... See the entire definition of Weight loss
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