Dehydration in Children Glossary of Terms
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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 AbdominalAbdominal pain: Pain in the belly. Abdominal pain can be acute or chronic. It may reflect ... See the entire definition of Abdominal painAdenovirus: One of a group of viruses that can cause infections of the lung, stomach, inte... See the entire definition of AdenovirusAntibiotic: A drug used to treat infections caused by bacteria and other microorganisms. ... See the entire definition of AntibioticAntiemetics: 1. As a noun, a drug taken to prevent or treat nausea and vomiting. As... See the entire definition of AntiemeticsBacterial: Of or pertaining to bacteria, as in a bacterial lung infection. Bladder: A hollow organ in the lower abdomen that stores urine. The kidneys filter waste f... See the entire definition of BladderBladder infection: Infection of the urinary bladder. Some people are at more risk for blad... See the entire definition of Bladder infectionBlood count: The calculated number of white or red blood cells (WBCs or RBCs) in a cubic m... See the entire definition of Blood countBreast milk: Milk from the breast. Human milk contains a balance of nutrients that close... See the entire definition of Breast milkBreastfeeding: Feeding a child human breast milk. According to the American Academy of Ped... See the entire definition of BreastfeedingCeliac sprue: An immune disorder whereby the small intestine is injured when exposed to gl... See the entire definition of Celiac sprueChest: The area of the body located between the neck and the abdomen. The chest contains t... See the entire definition of ChestChest X-ray: A type of X-ray commonly used to detect abnormalities in the lungs. A chest X... See the entire definition of Chest X-rayChloride: The major anion (negatively charged substance) in the blood and extracellular fl... See the entire definition of Chloride
Clostridium: A group of anaerobic bacteria (bacteria that thrive in the absence of oxygen)... See the entire definition of ClostridiumClostridium difficile: A bacterium that is one of the most common causes of infection of t... See the entire definition of Clostridium difficileComplete blood count: A set values of the cellular (formed elements) of blood. These meas... See the entire definition of Complete blood countCystic fibrosis: A common grave genetic disease that affects the exocrine glands and is ch... See the entire definition of Cystic fibrosisDehydration: 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 DiabetesDiabetes insipidus: Excessive urination and extreme thirst as a result of inadequate outpu... See the entire definition of Diabetes insipidusDiabetes mellitus: Better known just as "diabetes" -- a chronic disease associated with ab... See the entire definition of Diabetes mellitusDiagnosis: 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 DiarrheaDry mouth: The condition of not having enough saliva to keep the mouth wet. This is due to... See the entire definition of Dry mouthElectrolyte: 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 departmentEscherichia coli: Full term for E. coli, the colon bacillus. Fever: Although a fever technically is any body temperature above the normal of 98.6 degr... See the entire definition of Fever
Giardia: A genus of protozoa that infect the gastrointestinal tract of some animals, incl... See the entire definition of GiardiaGiardia lamblia: A parasite responsible for a contagious form of diarrhea. The parasite i... See the entire definition of Giardia lambliaGiardiasis: Infection with Giardia lamblia. Infection: The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, an... See the entire definition of InfectionInsulin: A natural hormone made by the pancreas that controls the level of the sugar gluco... See the entire definition of InsulinLaboratory: A place for doing tests and research procedures, and for preparing chemicals a... See the entire definition of LaboratoryLethargy: Abnormal drowsiness, stupor. Lumbar: Referring to the five lumbar vertebrae, the disks below them, and the correspondin... See the entire definition of LumbarLumbar puncture: A procedure in which cerebrospinal fluid is removed from the spinal canal... See the entire definition of Lumbar punctureMouth: 1. The upper opening of the digestive tract, beginning with the lips and con... See the entire definition of MouthMucous: Pertaining to mucus, a thick fluid produced by the lining of some tissues of the b... See the entire definition of MucousNorwalk virus: A family of small round viruses that are an important cause of viral gastro... See the entire definition of Norwalk virusPain: An unpleasant sensation that can range from mild, localized discomfort to agony. Pa... See the entire definition of PainParasitic: Having to do with a parasite, as in a parasitic infection; or acting like a par... See the entire definition of ParasiticPotassium: The major positive ion (cation) found inside cells. The chemical notation for p... See the entire definition of Potassium
Prognosis: The forecast of the probable outcome or course of a disease; the patient's chan... See the entire definition of PrognosisRehydrate: To restore lost water to the body tissues and fluids. Prompt rehydration is imp... See the entire definition of RehydrateRehydration: The process of restoring lost water (dehydration) to the body tissues and flu... See the entire definition of RehydrationRotavirus: A virus that is a leading cause of severe diarrhea and dehydration in young chi... See the entire definition of RotavirusSalmonella: A group of bacteria that cause typhoid fever and a number of other illnesses... See the entire definition of SalmonellaSodium: The major positive ion (cation) in the fluid surrounding cells in the body. The ch... See the entire definition of SodiumSpinal tap: Also known as a lumbar puncture or "LP", a spinal tap is a procedure whereby ... See the entire definition of Spinal TapStool: The solid matter that is discharged in a bowel movement. Sweating: The act of secreting fluid from the skin by the sweat (sudoriferous) glands. The... See the entire definition of SweatingTeaspoon: An old-fashioned but convenient household measure that is equal to about 5 cc of... See the entire definition of TeaspoonTherapy: The treatment of disease. Therapy is synonymous with treatment. Tongue: A strong muscle that is anchored to the floor of the mouth. The tongue is covered ... See the entire definition of TongueUrinalysis: 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 UrineVein: A blood vessel that carries blood that is low in oxygen content from the body back t... See the entire definition of Vein
Viral: Of or pertaining to a virus. For example, if a person has a viral rash, the rash wa... See the entire definition of ViralViral infection: Infection caused by the presence of a virus in the body. Depending on... See the entire definition of Viral infectionVirus: A microorganism that is smaller than a bacterium that cannot grow or reproduce apar... See the entire definition of VirusViruses: Small living particles that can infect cells and change how the cells function. I... See the entire definition of VirusesWeight loss: Weight loss is a decrease in body weight resulting from either voluntary (die... See the entire definition of Weight lossX-ray: High-energy radiation with waves shorter than those of visible light. X-ray is used... See the entire definition of X-ray
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