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Abdominal: Relating to the abdomen, the belly, that part of the body that contains all of ... See the entire definition of AbdominalAbnormal: Outside the expected norm, or uncharacteristic of a particular patient. Abstinence: The voluntary self-denial of food, drink, or sex. Today, abstinence most commo... See the entire definition of AbstinenceAcetate: A molecular ion derived from acetic acid. The formula of acetate is CH3COO-. Acute: Of abrupt onset, in reference to a disease. Acute often also connotes an illness th... See the entire definition of AcuteAddiction: An uncontrollable craving, seeking, and use of a substance such as alcohol or a... See the entire definition of AddictionADHD: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Adrenaline: A stress hormone produced within the adrenal gland that quickens the heart bea... See the entire definition of AdrenalineAmnesia: An impairment to or lack of memory. Antegrade amnesia refers to a lack of memory ... See the entire definition of AmnesiaAmphetamine: A drug that has a stimulant effect on the central nervous system that can be ... See the entire definition of AmphetamineAnesthesia: Loss of feeling or awareness, as when an anesthetic is administered before sur... See the entire definition of AnesthesiaAnesthetic: A substance that causes lack of feeling or awareness, dulling pain to permit s... See the entire definition of AnestheticAnxiety: A feeling of apprehension and fear, characterized by physical symptoms such as pa... See the entire definition of AnxietyArms: An appendage in anatomy and in clinical trials. See: Arm. Benzodiazepines: A class of drugs that act as tranquilizers and are commonly used in the t... See the entire definition of BenzodiazepinesBlood pressure: The blood pressure is the pressure of the blood within the arteries. It is... See the entire definition of Blood pressureBrain: 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 BreathingBruxism: Grinding and gnashing of the teeth. Bruxism is due to clenching of the teeth othe... See the entire definition of BruxismCapsule: Capsule has many meanings in medicine including the following:
Chest: The area of the body located between the neck and the abdomen. The chest contains t... See the entire definition of ChestChest pain: Pain in the chest that can be a result of many things, including angina, heart... See the entire definition of Chest painChloral hydrate: A prescription sedative/hypnotic drug developed in the 19th century. The ... See the entire definition of Chloral hydrateChronic: In medicine, lasting a long time. A chronic condition is one that lasts 3 months ... See the entire definition of ChronicClub drug: A drug such as MDMA (Ecstasy), GHB, Rohypnol, ketamine, methamphetamine, and LS... See the entire definition of Club drugCocaine: A substance derived from the leaves of the coca plant that is a bitter, addictive... See the entire definition of CocaineCognitive: Having to do with thought, judgment, or knowledge. Cognitive therapy: A relatively short-term form of psychotherapy based on the concept that... See the entire definition of Cognitive therapyComa: A state of deep, unarousable unconsciousness. A coma may occur as a result of head t... See the entire definition of ComaCough: A rapid expulsion of air from the lungs, typically in order to clear the lung airwa... See the entire definition of CoughCough suppressant: A drug used to control coughing, particularly with a dry, nagging, unpr... See the entire definition of Cough suppressantDate rape: Rape of a woman by a man with whom she is acquainted. The rapist is usually the... See the entire definition of Date rapeDehydration: Excessive loss of body water. Diseases of the gastrointestinal tract that ca... See the entire definition of DehydrationDelirium: A sudden state of severe confusion and rapid changes in brain function, sometime... See the entire definition of DeliriumDepression: An illness that involves the body, mood, and thoughts and that affects the way... See the entire definition of DepressionDetox: Short for detoxification, usually from an addictive drug such as alcohol or heroin.... See the entire definition of DetoxDextromethorphan: An oral cough suppressant available in the US without a prescription but... See the entire definition of DextromethorphanDiagnosis: 1 The nature of a disease; the identification of an illness. 2 A ... See the entire definition of DiagnosisDilation: The process of enlargement, stretching, or expansion. The word "dilatation" mean... See the entire definition of DilationDissociation: In psychology and psychiatry, a perceived detachment of the mind from the em... See the entire definition of DissociationDizziness: Painless head discomfort with many possible causes including disturbances of ... See the entire definition of DizzinessDysfunction: Difficult function or abnormal function. Ecstasy: 1. A state of rapture and trancelike elation. Emergency department: The department of a hospital responsible for the provision of medica... See the entire definition of Emergency departmentEuphoria: Elevated mood. Euphoria is a desirable and natural occurrence when it results f... See the entire definition of EuphoriaFamilial: A condition that tends to occur more often in family members than is expected by... See the entire definition of FamilialFamily therapy: A type of psychotherapy designed to identify family patterns that contribu... See the entire definition of Family therapyFever: Although a fever technically is any body temperature above the normal of 98.6 degr... See the entire definition of FeverGamma-OH: A European name for gamma hydroxybutyrate (GHB), a colorless and odorless drug u... See the entire definition of Gamma-OHGastroenteritis: Inflammation of the stomach and the intestines. Gastroenteritis can cause... See the entire definition of GastroenteritisGastrointestinal: 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. Generic: 1. The chemical name of a drug. 2. A term referring to the chemical... See the entire definition of GenericGroup therapy: 1) A type of psychiatric care in which several patients meet with one or m... See the entire definition of Group therapyHallucinogenic: 1. As an adjective: Producing hallucinations. From hallucino- + -ge... See the entire definition of HallucinogenicHeadache: 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 failure: Inability of the heart to keep up with the demands on it and, specifically... See the entire definition of Heart failureHeart rate: The number of heartbeats per unit of time, usually per minute. The heart rate ... See the entire definition of Heart rateHerbal: 1. An adjective, referring to herbs, as in an herbal tea. Heroin: Semisynthetic drug derived from morphine. Discovered in 1874, it was introduced co... See the entire definition of HeroinHigh blood pressure: A repeatedly elevated blood pressure exceeding 140 over 90 mmHg. Chro... See the entire definition of High blood pressureHIV: Acronym for the Human Immunodeficiency Virus, the cause of AIDS (acquired immunodefi... See the entire definition of HIVHydrocarbon: An organic compound composed exclusively of hydrogen and carbon. All hydrocar... See the entire definition of HydrocarbonHyperactivity: A higher than normal level of activity. An organ can be described as hyper... See the entire definition of HyperactivityImmunodeficiency: The inability to form a normal immune response. Immunodeficiency can be ... See the entire definition of ImmunodeficiencyImpulsivity: Inclined to act on impulse rather than thought. People who are overly impulsi... See the entire definition of ImpulsivityInhalant: 1. Generally, any breathable chemical vapor. Inpatient: A patient whose care requires a stay in a hospital. As opposed to an outpatient... See the entire definition of InpatientIntervention: The act of intervening, interfering or interceding with the intent of modify... See the entire definition of InterventionKidney: One of a pair of organs located in the right and left side of the abdomen. The kid... See the entire definition of KidneyLethargy: Abnormal drowsiness, stupor. Life support: 1. A therapy or device designed to preserve someone's life when an es... See the entire definition of Life supportLiver: The largest solid organ in the body, situated in the upper part of the abdomen on t... See the entire definition of LiverLow blood pressure: Any blood pressure that is below the normal expected for an individua... See the entire definition of Low blood pressureLungs: The lungs are a pair of breathing organs located with the chest which remove carbon... See the entire definition of LungsMalnutrition: A term used to refer to any condition in which the body does not receive eno... See the entire definition of MalnutritionManic: In a state of mania. Marijuana: A common street and recreational drug that comes from the marijuana plant: the ... See the entire definition of MarijuanaMDMA: Abbreviation for 3-4 methylenedioxymethamphetamine. See: Ecstasy. Memory: 1. The ability to recover information about past events or knowledge. ... See the entire definition of MemoryMethylenedioxymethamphetamine: 3-4 methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), best known on the... See the entire definition of MethylenedioxymethamphetamineMorphine: A powerful narcotic agent that has strong analgesic (pain relief) action and oth... See the entire definition of MorphineMotor: Something that produces or refers to motion. For example, a motor neuron is a nerve... See the entire definition of MotorMRI: Magnetic resonance imaging. Muscle: Muscle is the tissue of the body which primarily functions as a source of power. T... See the entire definition of MuscleMuscle relaxant: Muscle relaxant is a term usually used to refer to skeletal muscle relaxa... See the entire definition of Muscle relaxantNausea: Stomach queasiness, the urge to vomit. Nausea can be brought on by many causes, in... See the entire definition of NauseaNeocortex: The newer portion of the cerebral cortex that serves as the center of higher me... See the entire definition of NeocortexNerve: A bundle of fibers that uses electrical and chemical signals to transmit sensory an... See the entire definition of NerveNeuron: A nerve cell that receives and sends electrical signals over long distances within... See the entire definition of NeuronNeurotransmitter: A chemical that is released from a nerve cell which thereby transmits an... See the entire definition of NeurotransmitterNIDA: Stands for the National Institute on Drug Abuse, one of the National Institutes of H... See the entire definition of NIDANose: The external midline projection from the face. The purpose of the nose is to warm, c... See the entire definition of NoseOnset: In medicine, the first appearance of the signs or symptoms of an illness as, for ex... See the entire definition of OnsetOpium: An addictive narcotic drug that is derived from the unripe seedpods of the opium po... See the entire definition of OpiumOrganic: 1. A chemical compound that contains carbon. Outpatient: A patient who is not hospitalized, but instead comes to a physician?s office, ... See the entire definition of OutpatientOxygen: The odorless gas that is present in the air and necessary to maintain life. Oxygen... See the entire definition of OxygenPain: An unpleasant sensation that can range from mild, localized discomfort to agony. Pa... See the entire definition of PainPalpitations: Unpleasant sensations of irregular and/or forceful beating of the heart. In ... See the entire definition of PalpitationsPCP: Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia. Pharmacy: A location where prescription medications are sold. A pharmacy is constantly sup... See the entire definition of PharmacyPoisoning: Taking a substance that is injurious to health or can cause death. Poisoning i... See the entire definition of PoisoningPotassium: The major positive ion (cation) found inside cells. The chemical notation for p... See the entire definition of PotassiumPreoperative: Before surgery. As opposed to postoperative, after surgery. Prescription: A physician's order for the preparation and administration of a drug or dev... See the entire definition of PrescriptionPrevalence: The proportion of individuals in a population having a disease or characterist... See the entire definition of PrevalencePrimary care: A patient's main source for regular medical care, ideally providing continui... See the entire definition of Primary carePrognosis: The forecast of the probable outcome or course of a disease; the patient's chan... See the entire definition of PrognosisProgressive: Increasing in scope or severity, advancing, or going forward. For example, a ... See the entire definition of ProgressivePsychedelic: 1. Hallucinogenic, distorting perception and awareness. Psychiatric: Pertaining to or within the purview of psychiatry, the medical specialty conc... See the entire definition of PsychiatricPsychosis: In the general sense, a mental illness that markedly interferes with a person'... See the entire definition of PsychosisPupil: The opening of the iris. The pupil may appear to open (dilate) and close (constrict... See the entire definition of PupilRape: Forced sexual intercourse; sexual assault; sexual intercourse between an adult and a... See the entire definition of RapeRectum: The last 6 to 8 inches of the large intestine. The rectum stores solid waste until... See the entire definition of RectumRecur: To occur again; to return. For example, a symptom, sign, or disease can recur. Rehab: An abbreviation for rehabilitation. Rehabilitation: The process of helping a person who has suffered an illness or injury rest... See the entire definition of RehabilitationRelapse: The return of signs and symptoms of a disease after a remission. Relaxant: Something that relaxes, relieves, or reduces tension. For example, a muscle rela... See the entire definition of RelaxantRemission: Disappearance of the signs and symptoms of cancer or other disease. A remission... See the entire definition of RemissionRespiratory: Having to do with respiration. Robo: Street name for the cough syrup Robitussin which contains dextromethorphan (DXM). Rohypnol: The trade name for flunitrazepam, which has been abused as a 'date rape' drug. R... See the entire definition of RohypnolRoofies: Street term for Rohypnol. Runny nose: The production of extra mucus by the nose. Rhinorrhea is the medical term for ... See the entire definition of Runny noseRupture: A break or tear in any organ (such as the spleen) or soft tissue (such as the ach... See the entire definition of RuptureSaline: Relating to salt. As an adjective, "saline" means "salty, containing salt." As a n... See the entire definition of SalineScan: As a noun, the data or image obtained from the examination of organs or regions of... See the entire definition of ScanSchizophrenia: One of several brain diseases whose symptoms may include loss of personalit... See the entire definition of SchizophreniaSedative: A drug that calms a patient, easing agitation and permitting sleep. Sedatives ge... See the entire definition of SedativeSeizure: Uncontrolled electrical activity in the brain, which may produce a physical conv... See the entire definition of SeizureSensation: In medicine and physiology, sensation refers to the registration of an incoming... See the entire definition of SensationSensitivity: 1. In psychology, the quality of being sensitive. As, for example, sen... See the entire definition of SensitivitySerotonin: A neurotransmitter that is involved in the transmission of nerve impulses. Sero... See the entire definition of SerotoninSexually transmitted disease: Any disease transmitted by sexual contact; caused by microo... See the entire definition of Sexually transmitted diseaseSleep: The body's rest cycle. Sodium: The major positive ion (cation) in the fluid surrounding cells in the body. The ch... See the entire definition of SodiumStage: As regards cancer, the extent of a cancer, especially whether the disease has spre... See the entire definition of StageSubstance: 1. Material with particular features. Substance abuse: The excessive use of a substance, especially alcohol or a drug. (There is... See the entire definition of Substance abuseSurgery: 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 SweatingSynapse: A specialized junction at which a neural cell (neuron) communicates with a target... See the entire definition of SynapseSynthesis: Putting together different entities to make a whole which is new and different.... See the entire definition of SynthesisTension: 1) The pressure within a vessel, such as blood pressure: the pressure within t... See the entire definition of TensionTherapy: The treatment of disease. Therapy is synonymous with treatment. Tiredness: See: Tired. Tobacco: A South American herb (Nicotiana tabacum) whose leaves contain 2 to 8 percent nic... See the entire definition of TobaccoTranquilizer: In pharmacology, a drug that calms and relieves anxiety. The first tranquili... See the entire definition of TranquilizerUnsteadiness: Loss of one's equilibrium in regard to the environment, often with a feelin... See the entire definition of UnsteadinessUrine: Liquid waste produced by the kidneys. Urine is a clear, transparent fluid that norm... See the entire definition of UrineVentilator: A machine that mechanically assists a patient in the exchange of oxygen and ca... See the entire definition of VentilatorVessel: A tube in the body that carries fluids. Examples of vessels are blood vessels and ... See the entire definition of VesselVirus: A microorganism that is smaller than a bacterium that cannot grow or reproduce apar... See the entire definition of VirusVitamin K: One of two naturally occurring fat-soluble vitamins (vitamin K1 and vitamin K2)... See the entire definition of Vitamin KWeight loss: Weight loss is a decrease in body weight resulting from either voluntary (die... See the entire definition of Weight lossWithdrawal symptoms: Abnormal physical or psychological features that follow the abrupt di... See the entire definition of Withdrawal symptomsYouth: The time between childhood and maturity.
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