Drug Allergy Glossary of Terms
The following are health and medical definitions of terms that appear in the Drug Allergy article.
Adrenaline: A stress hormone produced within the adrenal gland that quickens the heart bea... See the entire definition of AdrenalineAirway: The path that air follows to get into and out of the lungs. The mouth and nose are... See the entire definition of AirwayAllergen: A substance that can cause an allergic reaction. Common allergens include ragwee... See the entire definition of AllergenAllergic reaction: The hypersensitive response of the immune system of an allergic indiv... See the entire definition of Allergic reactionAllergy: A misguided reaction to foreign substances by the immune system, the body system ... See the entire definition of AllergyAnaphylactic shock: A widespread and very serious allergic reaction. Symptoms include di... See the entire definition of Anaphylactic shockAnaphylaxis: Allergic reaction. In severe cases, this can include potentially deadly anap... See the entire definition of AnaphylaxisAntibody: An immunoglobulin, a specialized immune protein, produced because of the introdu... See the entire definition of AntibodyAntigen: A substance that the immune system perceives as being foreign or dangerous. The b... See the entire definition of AntigenAntihistamines: Drugs that combat the histamine released during an allergic reaction by bl... See the entire definition of AntihistaminesAspirin: Once the Bayer trademark for acetylsalicylic acid, now the common name for this a... See the entire definition of AspirinAsthma: A common lung disorder in which inflammation causes the bronchi to swell and narro... See the entire definition of AsthmaBlood 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 Breathing
Calamine: An astringent made from zinc carbonate or zinc oxide, customarily used in lotion... See the entire definition of CalamineChest: The area of the body located between the neck and the abdomen. The chest contains t... See the entire definition of ChestCPR: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Diarrhea: 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. Emergency department: The department of a hospital responsible for the provision of medica... See the entire definition of Emergency departmentEpinephrine: A substance produced by the medulla (inside) of the adrenal gland. The name e... See the entire definition of EpinephrineErythema: Redness of the skin that results from capillary congestion. Erythema can occur w... See the entire definition of ErythemaFever: Although a fever technically is any body temperature above the normal of 98.6 degr... See the entire definition of FeverHeart: The muscle that pumps blood received from veins into arteries throughout the body. ... See the entire definition of HeartHistamine: A substance that plays a major role in many allergic reactions, dilating blood ... See the entire definition of HistamineHives: A raised, itchy area of skin that may be a sign of an allergic reaction. It can be ... See the entire definition of HivesIbuprofen: A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is commonly used to treat pa... See the entire definition of IbuprofenImmune: Protected against infection, usually by the presence of antibodies. Immune system: A complex system that is responsible for distinguishing a person from every... See the entire definition of Immune system
Immunoglobulin: A protein produced by plasma cells and lymphocytes and characteristic of t... See the entire definition of ImmunoglobulinImmunoglobulin E: A class of immunoglobulins that includes the antibodies that are importa... See the entire definition of Immunoglobulin EImmunology: The study of all aspects of the immune system, including its structure and fun... See the entire definition of ImmunologyInflammation: A localized reaction that produces redness, warmth, swelling, and pain as a ... See the entire definition of InflammationItching: An uncomfortable sensation in the skin that feels as if something is crawling on ... See the entire definition of ItchingJoint: The area where two bones are attached for the purpose of permitting body parts to m... See the entire definition of JointKidney: One of a pair of organs located in the right and left side of the abdomen. The kid... See the entire definition of KidneyLips: Aside from the lips of the mouth, there are two pairs of lips at the entrance to the... See the entire definition of LipsLiver: The largest solid organ in the body, situated in the upper part of the abdomen on t... See the entire definition of LiverLymph: The almost colorless fluid that travels through the lymphatic system, carrying cell... See the entire definition of LymphLymph node: One of many small, bean-shaped organs located throughout the lymphatic system.... See the entire definition of Lymph nodeMedical history: 1. In clinical medicine, the patient's past and present which may ... See the entire definition of Medical historyMorphine: A powerful narcotic agent that has strong analgesic (pain relief) action and oth... See the entire definition of MorphineMuscle: Muscle is the tissue of the body which primarily functions as a source of power. T... See the entire definition of MuscleNausea: Stomach queasiness, the urge to vomit. Nausea can be brought on by many causes, in... See the entire definition of Nausea
Neck: The part of the body joining the head to the shoulders. Also, any narrow or constric... See the entire definition of NeckNIEHS: Stands for National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, one of the National... See the entire definition of NIEHSNode: Literally a knot, a node is a collection of tissue. For example a lymph node, is a ... See the entire definition of NodeOrgan: A relatively independent part of the body that carries out one or more special func... See the entire definition of OrganPenicillin: The most famous of all antibiotics, named for the fungal mold Penicillium n... See the entire definition of PenicillinPharmacy: A location where prescription medications are sold. A pharmacy is constantly sup... See the entire definition of PharmacyPrescription: A physician's order for the preparation and administration of a drug or dev... See the entire definition of PrescriptionPrescription drug: A drug requiring a prescription, as opposed to an over-the-counter dr... See the entire definition of Prescription drugPulse: The rhythmic dilation of an artery that results from beating of the heart. Pulse is... See the entire definition of PulseRash: Breaking out (eruption) of the skin. A rash can be caused by an underlying medical c... See the entire definition of RashSensitivity: 1. In psychology, the quality of being sensitive. As, for example, sen... See the entire definition of SensitivitySerum: The clear liquid that can be separated from clotted blood. Serum differs from plas... See the entire definition of SerumShock: In medicine, a critical condition that is brought on by a sudden drop in blood flow... See the entire definition of ShockShortness of breath: Difficulty in breathing. Medically referred to as dyspnea. Shortness ... See the entire definition of Shortness of breathSurgery: The branch of medicine that employs operations in the treatment of disease or inj... See the entire definition of Surgery
Systemic: Affecting the entire body. A systemic disease such as diabetes can affect the wh... See the entire definition of SystemicTetracycline: A family of broad-spectrum antibiotics effective against a remarkably wide v... See the entire definition of TetracyclineTherapy: 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 TongueUnconscious: 1. Interruption of awareness of oneself and one's surroundings, lack ... See the entire definition of UnconsciousVital: Necessary to maintain life. For example, breathing is a vital function. Wheezing: A whistling noise in the chest during breathing. Wheezing occurs when the airway... See the entire definition of WheezingWrist: The part of the hand that is nearest the forearm and consists of the carpal bones a... See the entire definition of Wrist
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