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Abnormal: Outside the expected norm, or uncharacteristic of a particular patient. Acute: Of abrupt onset, in reference to a disease. Acute often also connotes an illness th... See the entire definition of AcuteAdverse reaction: In pharmacology, any unexpected or dangerous reaction to a drug. An unwa... See the entire definition of Adverse reactionAirway: The path that air follows to get into and out of the lungs. The mouth and nose are... See the entire definition of AirwayArms: An appendage in anatomy and in clinical trials. See: Arm. Arthritis: Inflammation of a joint. When joints are inflamed they can develop stiffness, w... See the entire definition of ArthritisBack pain: Pain felt in the low or upper back. Causes of pain in the low and upper back in... See the entire definition of Back painBacteria: Single-celled microorganisms that can exist either as independent (free-living) ... See the entire definition of BacteriaBenzodiazepines: A class of drugs that act as tranquilizers and are commonly used in the t... See the entire definition of BenzodiazepinesBotox: A highly purified preparation of botulinum toxin A, a toxin produced by the bacteri... See the entire definition of BotoxBotulinum toxin: A toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum that is th... See the entire definition of Botulinum toxinBreathing: The process of respiration, during which air is inhaled into the lungs through ... See the entire definition of BreathingCervical: Having to do with any kind of neck, including the neck on which the head is perc... See the entire definition of CervicalChronic: In medicine, lasting a long time. A chronic condition is one that lasts 3 months ... See the entire definition of ChronicClostridium: A group of anaerobic bacteria (bacteria that thrive in the absence of oxygen)... See the entire definition of Clostridium
Clostridium botulinum: A group of gram-positive, rod-shaped bacteria commonly found... See the entire definition of Clostridium botulinumCocaine: A substance derived from the leaves of the coca plant that is a bitter, addictive... See the entire definition of CocaineCongenital: A condition that is present at birth, whether or not it is inherited. Contraction: The tightening and shortening of a muscle. CT scan: Computerized tomography scan. Pictures of structures within the body created by a... See the entire definition of CT scanDegenerative arthritis: A type of arthritis caused by inflammation, breakdown, and eventua... See the entire definition of Degenerative arthritisDiagnosis: 1 The nature of a disease; the identification of an illness. 2 A ... See the entire definition of DiagnosisDystonia: Involuntary movements and prolonged muscle contraction that result in twisting b... See the entire definition of DystoniaEmergency department: The department of a hospital responsible for the provision of medica... See the entire definition of Emergency departmentFamily history: The family structure and relationships within the family, including inform... See the entire definition of Family historyFecal: Relating to the feces, the stool. The excrement discharged from the intestines. Fever: Although a fever technically is any body temperature above the normal of 98.6 degr... See the entire definition of FeverFlexion: The process of bending, or the state of being bent. For example, flexion of the f... See the entire definition of FlexionFracture: A break in bone or cartilage. Although usually a result of trauma, a fracture ca... See the entire definition of FractureHeadache: A pain in the head with the pain being above the eyes or the ears, behind the he... See the entire definition of Headache
Incontinence: The inability to control excretions, to hold urine in the bladder, or to kee... See the entire definition of IncontinenceInfection: The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, an... See the entire definition of InfectionInformatics: The application of computers and statistics to the management of information.... See the entire definition of InformaticsInjure: 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 InjuryInvoluntary: Done other than in accordance with the conscious will of the individual. The ... See the entire definition of InvoluntaryJaw: The movable junction of the bones below the mouth (the mandible) and the bone just ab... See the entire definition of JawLymph: The almost colorless fluid that travels through the lymphatic system, carrying cell... See the entire definition of LymphMotor: 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 MouthMuscle: 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 relaxantMuscular: Having to do with the muscles. Also, endowed with above average muscle developme... See the entire definition of MuscularNeck: The part of the body joining the head to the shoulders. Also, any narrow or constric... See the entire definition of NeckNerve: A bundle of fibers that uses electrical and chemical signals to transmit sensory an... See the entire definition of Nerve
Neuroleptic: A term that refers to the effects of antipsychotic drugs on a patient, especi... See the entire definition of NeurolepticNeurologist: A physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of th... See the entire definition of NeurologistOnset: In medicine, the first appearance of the signs or symptoms of an illness as, for ex... See the entire definition of OnsetPain: An unpleasant sensation that can range from mild, localized discomfort to agony. Pa... See the entire definition of PainPharmacy: A location where prescription medications are sold. A pharmacy is constantly sup... See the entire definition of PharmacyPhysical therapy: A branch of rehabilitative health that uses specially designed exercises... See the entire definition of Physical therapyPredispose: To make more likely or render susceptible. Smoking predisposes to a number of ... See the entire definition of PredisposePrognosis: The forecast of the probable outcome or course of a disease; the patient's chan... See the entire definition of PrognosisRecurrent: Appearing or occurring again. For example, a recurrent fever is a fever that ha... See the entire definition of RecurrentReferral: The recommendation of a medical or paramedical professional. If you get a refer... See the entire definition of ReferralRelapse: 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 RelaxantScan: As a noun, the data or image obtained from the examination of organs or regions of... See the entire definition of ScanShoulder: A structure made up of two main bones: the scapula (shoulder blade) and the hume... See the entire definition of ShoulderShoulder pain: Pain in the shoulder due to an injury or disease. The design of the shoulde... See the entire definition of Shoulder pain
Spasm: A brief, automatic jerking movement. A muscle spasm can be quite painful, with the ... See the entire definition of SpasmSpinal cord: The major column of nerve tissue that is connected to the brain and lies with... See the entire definition of Spinal cordSpinal cord injury: Trauma or damage to the spinal cord, the major column of nerve tissue ... See the entire definition of Spinal cord injurySpine: 1) The column of bone known as the vertebral column, which surrounds and protects ... See the entire definition of SpineSurgeon: A physician who treats disease, injury, or deformity via operative or manual meth... See the entire definition of SurgeonSurgery: The branch of medicine that employs operations in the treatment of disease or inj... See the entire definition of SurgeryTherapy: 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 TongueTorticollis: The most common of the focal dystonias, a state of excessive or inadequate mu... See the entire definition of TorticollisToxicology: The study of the nature, effects, and detection of poisons (toxins) and the tr... See the entire definition of ToxicologyToxin: A poison produced by certain animals, plants, or bacteria. Trauma: A physical or emotional injury. Urinary: Having to do with the function or anatomy of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, or ur... See the entire definition of UrinaryVascular: Relating to blood vessels. For example, the vascular system in the body includes... See the entire definition of Vascular
Vein: A blood vessel that carries blood that is low in oxygen content from the body back t... See the entire definition of Vein
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