Dehydration (Adults) Glossary of TermsThe following are health and medical definitions of terms that appear in the Dehydration (Adults) 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. Acetaminophen: A nonaspirin pain reliever or analgesic. Acetaminophen may be given alone t... See the entire definition of AcetaminophenAnticipation: The progressively earlier appearance and increased severity of a disease fro... See the entire definition of AnticipationBicarbonate: In medicine, bicarbonate usually refers to bicarbonate of soda (sodium bicarb... See the entire definition of BicarbonateBlood count: The calculated number of white or red blood cells (WBCs or RBCs) in a cubic m... See the entire definition of Blood countBlood 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 BreathingCBC: A commonly used abbreviation in medicine that stands for complete blood count, a set... See the entire definition of CBCChest: The area of the body located between the neck and the abdomen. The chest contains t... See the entire definition of ChestComa: A state of deep, unarousable unconsciousness. A coma may occur as a result of head t... See the entire definition of ComaComplete blood count: A set values of the cellular (formed elements) of blood. These meas... See the entire definition of Complete blood countCreatinine: A chemical waste molecule that is generated from muscle metabolism. Creatinine... See the entire definition of CreatinineDehydration: Excessive loss of body water. Diseases of the gastrointestinal tract that ca... See the entire definition of DehydrationDiabetes: Refers to diabetes mellitus or, less often, to diabetes insipidus. Diabetes mell... See the entire definition of DiabetesDiagnosis: 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 DiarrheaDizziness: Painless head discomfort with many possible causes including disturbances of ... See the entire definition of DizzinessDry mouth: The condition of not having enough saliva to keep the mouth wet. This is due to... See the entire definition of Dry mouthDry skin: Abnormally dry skin. Can be caused by a dry climate, winter weather, deficiency... See the entire definition of Dry skinElectrolyte: A substance that dissociates into ions in solution and acquires the capacity ... See the entire definition of ElectrolyteEmergency 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 FeverGlucose: The simple sugar that is the chief source of energy. Glucose is found in the bloo... See the entire definition of GlucoseHeadache: 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 rateHeat index: The temperature the body feels when heat and humidity are combined. The body d... See the entire definition of Heat indexIbuprofen: A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is commonly used to treat pa... See the entire definition of IbuprofenIndicate: In medicine, to make a treatment or procedure advisable because of a particular ... See the entire definition of IndicateInfant: A young baby, from birth to 12 months of age. Infection: The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, an... See the entire definition of InfectionJaw: The movable junction of the bones below the mouth (the mandible) and the bone just ab... See the entire definition of JawKidney: One of a pair of organs located in the right and left side of the abdomen. The kid... See the entire definition of KidneyLaboratory: A place for doing tests and research procedures, and for preparing chemicals a... See the entire definition of LaboratoryLethargy: Abnormal drowsiness, stupor. Lightheadedness: A feeling you are "going to faint." Lightheadedness is medically distinc... See the entire definition of LightheadednessLiver: The largest solid organ in the body, situated in the upper part of the abdomen on t... See the entire definition of LiverLiver disease: Liver disease refers to any disorder of the liver. The liver is a large org... See the entire definition of Liver diseaseLow blood pressure: Any blood pressure that is below the normal expected for an individua... See the entire definition of Low blood pressureMedian: The middle, as in the median strip in a highway. For example, the median nerve is ... See the entire definition of MedianMouth: 1. The upper opening of the digestive tract, beginning with the lips and con... See the entire definition of MouthNausea: Stomach queasiness, the urge to vomit. Nausea can be brought on by many causes, in... See the entire definition of NauseaOunce: A measure of weight equal to 1/16th of a pound or, metrically, 28.35 gra... See the entire definition of OuncePain: An unpleasant sensation that can range from mild, localized discomfort to agony. Pa... See the entire definition of PainPotassium: The major positive ion (cation) found inside cells. The chemical notation for p... See the entire definition of PotassiumPound: A measure of weight that is equal to 16 ounces or, metrically, 453.6 grams. Abbrevi... See the entire definition of PoundPrimary 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 PrognosisProtein: One of the three nutrients used as energy sources (calories) by the body. Protein... See the entire definition of ProteinPulse: The rhythmic dilation of an artery that results from beating of the heart. Pulse is... See the entire definition of PulseSeizure: Uncontrolled electrical activity in the brain, which may produce a physical conv... See the entire definition of SeizureShock: In medicine, a critical condition that is brought on by a sudden drop in blood flow... See the entire definition of ShockSodium: The major positive ion (cation) in the fluid surrounding cells in the body. The ch... See the entire definition of SodiumStool: The solid matter that is discharged in a bowel movement. Stress: In a medical or biological context stress is a physical, mental, or emotional fact... See the entire definition of StressSurgery: The branch of medicine that employs operations in the treatment of disease or inj... See the entire definition of SurgerySweat: A colorless transparent acidic fluid with a distinctive odor secreted by the small ... See the entire definition of SweatSweating: The act of secreting fluid from the skin by the sweat (sudoriferous) glands. The... See the entire definition of SweatingTired: A feeling of a lessened capacity for work and reduced efficiency of accomplishment,... See the entire definition of TiredTylenol: See: Acetaminophen. Urinalysis: A test that is done in order to analyze urine. Because toxins and excess fluid... See the entire definition of UrinalysisUrine: Liquid waste produced by the kidneys. Urine is a clear, transparent fluid that norm... See the entire definition of UrineUSDA: US Department of Agriculture. Vital: Necessary to maintain life. For example, breathing is a vital function. Weight 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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