Osteoporosis Medications Glossary of TermsThe following are health and medical definitions of terms that appear in the Osteoporosis Medications article.
Abdomen: The belly, that part of the body that contains all of the structures between the... See the entire definition of AbdomenAbdominal: 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 painAbsorption: Uptake. For example, intestinal absorption is the uptake of food (or other sub... See the entire definition of AbsorptionAlcoholism: Physical dependence on alcohol to the extent that stopping alcohol use would b... See the entire definition of AlcoholismAlkaline phosphatase: An enzyme that liberates phosphate under alkaline conditions and is ... See the entire definition of Alkaline phosphataseAllergy: A misguided reaction to foreign substances by the immune system, the body system ... See the entire definition of AllergyAspiration: Removal of a sample of fluid and cells through a needle. Aspiration also re... See the entire definition of AspirationAspirin: Once the Bayer trademark for acetylsalicylic acid, now the common name for this a... See the entire definition of AspirinBisphosphonate: A class of drugs used to strengthen bone. Bisphosphonates are used to trea... See the entire definition of BisphosphonateBladder: A hollow organ in the lower abdomen that stores urine. The kidneys filter waste f... See the entire definition of BladderBlood clots: Blood that has been converted from a liquid to a solid state. Also called a t... See the entire definition of Blood clotsBlood pressure: The blood pressure is the pressure of the blood within the arteries. It is... See the entire definition of Blood pressureBlood sugar: Blood glucose. See also: High blood sugar; Low blood sugar. Blurred vision: Lack of sharpness of vision with, as a result, the inability to see fine d... See the entire definition of Blurred visionBone cancer: A malignancy of bone. Primary bone cancer (cancer that begins in bone) is rar... See the entire definition of Bone cancerBone density: Bone density is the amount of bone tissue in a certain volume of bone. It ca... See the entire definition of Bone densityBone mineral density: BMD, a measure of bone density, reflecting the strength of bones as ... See the entire definition of Bone mineral densityBreast cancer: Breast cancer is diagnosed with self- and physician-examination of the brea... See the entire definition of Breast cancerBreastfeeding: Feeding a child human breast milk. According to the American Academy of Ped... See the entire definition of BreastfeedingBreathing: The process of respiration, during which air is inhaled into the lungs through ... See the entire definition of BreathingCaffeine: A stimulant compound found naturally in coffee, tea, cocoa (chocolate), and kola... See the entire definition of CaffeineCalcitonin: A hormone produced by the thyroid gland that lowers the levels of calcium and ... See the entire definition of CalcitoninCalcium: A mineral found mainly in the hard part of bones, where it is stored. Calcium is ... See the entire definition of CalciumCancer: An abnormal growth of cells which tend to proliferate in an uncontrolled way and, ... See the entire definition of CancerChest: 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 painCholesterol: The most common type of steroid in the body. Cholesterol has a reputation for... See the entire definition of CholesterolClinical trials: Trials to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of medications or medical... See the entire definition of Clinical trialsCompress: Cloth or another material applied under pressure to an area of the skin and held... See the entire definition of CompressConstipation: Infrequent and frequently incomplete bowel movements. Constipation is the op... See the entire definition of ConstipationCorticosteroid: Any of the steroid hormones made by the outer portion (cortex) of the adre... See the entire definition of CorticosteroidCoughing up blood: see hemoptysis. Diarrhea: A common condition that involves unusually frequent and liquid bowel movements. ... See the entire definition of DiarrheaEffective dose: The dose of a drug that will achieve the desired effect. Emboli: Something that travels through the bloodstream, lodges in a blood vessel and block... See the entire definition of EmboliEnzyme: A protein (or protein-based molecule) that speeds up a chemical reaction in a livi... See the entire definition of EnzymeEsophageal: Related to the esophagus. Esophagus: The tube that connects the pharynx (throat) with the stomach. The esophagus lie... See the entire definition of EsophagusEssential: In medicine, of unknown cause, as in essential hypertension (high blood pressur... See the entire definition of EssentialEstrogen: A female steroid hormone that is produced by the ovaries and, in lesser amounts,... See the entire definition of EstrogenEstrogens: Female hormones produced by the ovaries. Estrogen deficiency can lead to osteop... See the entire definition of EstrogensFamily history: The family structure and relationships within the family, including inform... See the entire definition of Family historyFDA: Food and Drug Administration. Fever: Although a fever technically is any body temperature above the normal of 98.6 degr... See the entire definition of FeverFood and Drug Administration: An agency within the US Public Health Service that provides ... See the entire definition of Food and Drug AdministrationFracture: A break in bone or cartilage. Although usually a result of trauma, a fracture ca... See the entire definition of FractureGastrointestinal: Adjective referring collectively to the stomach and small and large inte... See the entire definition of GastrointestinalGenetics: The scientific study of heredity. Genetics pertains to humans and all other orga... See the entire definition of GeneticsGynecology: The branch of medicine that is particularly concerned with the health of the f... See the entire definition of GynecologyHeadache: 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 attack: The death of heart muscle due to the loss of blood supply. The loss of bloo... See the entire definition of Heart attackHeart disease: Any disorder that affects the heart. Sometimes the term "heart disease" is ... See the entire definition of Heart diseaseHerbal: 1. An adjective, referring to herbs, as in an herbal tea. Hives: A raised, itchy area of skin that may be a sign of an allergic reaction. It can be ... See the entire definition of HivesHormone: A chemical substance produced in the body that controls and regulates the activit... See the entire definition of HormoneHypocalcemia: Lower-than-normal level of calcium in the blood, which makes the nervous sys... See the entire definition of HypocalcemiaHysterectomy: An operation to remove the uterus. Hysterectomies are most commonly performe... See the entire definition of HysterectomyInternal medicine: The medical specialty dedicated to the diagnosis and medical treatment ... See the entire definition of Internal medicineItching: An uncomfortable sensation in the skin that feels as if something is crawling on ... See the entire definition of ItchingKidney: One of a pair of organs located in the right and left side of the abdomen. The kid... See the entire definition of KidneyKnee: The knee is a joint which has three parts. The thigh bone (the femur) meets the lar... See the entire definition of KneeLeg: In popular usage, the part of the body from the top of the thigh down to the foot, an... See the entire definition of LegLightheadedness: A feeling you are "going to faint." Lightheadedness is medically distinc... See the entire definition of LightheadednessLithium: A naturally occurring salt that, in purified form, is used to treat certain psych... See the entire definition of LithiumLiver: 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 pressureLower leg: The lower leg is the bottom segment of the leg: the part below the knee. Lungs: The lungs are a pair of breathing organs located with the chest which remove carbon... See the entire definition of LungsMenopause: The time in a woman's life when menstrual periods permanently stop; it is also... See the entire definition of MenopauseMouth: 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 MuscleNasal: Having to do with the nose. Nausea: Stomach queasiness, the urge to vomit. Nausea can be brought on by many causes, in... See the entire definition of NauseaNose: The external midline projection from the face. The purpose of the nose is to warm, c... See the entire definition of NoseObstetrics: The art and science of managing pregnancy, labor, and the puerperium (the time... See the entire definition of ObstetricsOsteoporosis: Thinning of the bones, with reduction in bone mass, due to depletion of calc... See the entire definition of OsteoporosisOsteosarcoma: A cancer of the bone that is most common in adolescents and young adults. Tr... See the entire definition of OsteosarcomaPain: An unpleasant sensation that can range from mild, localized discomfort to agony. Pa... See the entire definition of PainParathyroid hormone: See Parathormone. Pharmacist: A professional who fills prescriptions and, in the case of a compounding pharm... See the entire definition of PharmacistPharmacy: A location where prescription medications are sold. A pharmacy is constantly sup... See the entire definition of PharmacyPlacebo: A "sugar pill" or any dummy medication or treatment. Postmenopausal: After menopause, the period of time after a woman has experienced 12 conse... See the entire definition of PostmenopausalPostmenopause: The period of time after the menopause. The postmenopause is formally defin... See the entire definition of PostmenopausePregnancy: The state of carrying a developing embryo or fetus within the female body. Thi... See the entire definition of PregnancyPrescription: A physician's order for the preparation and administration of a drug or dev... See the entire definition of PrescriptionProgestin: Any one of a group of steroid hormones that have the effect of progesterone. Pulmonary: Having to do with the lungs. Radiation: 1. Rays of energy. Gamma rays and X-rays are two of the types of energy ... See the entire definition of RadiationReceptor: 1. In cell biology, a structure on the surface of a cell (or inside a cel... See the entire definition of ReceptorResistance: Opposition to something, or the ability to withstand something. For example, s... See the entire definition of ResistanceRheumatology: A subspecialty of internal medicine that involves the nonsurgical evaluation... See the entire definition of RheumatologyRunny nose: The production of extra mucus by the nose. Rhinorrhea is the medical term for ... See the entire definition of Runny noseSERM: Selective estrogen-receptor modulator. Skeletal: Pertaining to the skeleton, the bones of the body that collectively provide the ... See the entire definition of SkeletalSpine: 1) The column of bone known as the vertebral column, which surrounds and protects ... See the entire definition of SpineStomach: The digestive organ that is located in the upper abdomen, under the ribs. The upp... See the entire definition of StomachStroke: The sudden death of brain cells due to lack of oxygen, caused by blockage of blood... See the entire definition of StrokeStrontium: An earth element and metal with atomic no. 38, atomic wt. 87.62 that is used in... See the entire definition of StrontiumSubcutaneous: Under the skin. For example, a subcutaneous injection is an injection in whi... See the entire definition of SubcutaneousSubstance: 1. Material with particular features. Sumycin: See: Tetracycline. Sunscreen: A substance that blocks the effect of the sun's harmful rays. Using lotions tha... See the entire definition of SunscreenSurgery: The branch of medicine that employs operations in the treatment of disease or inj... See the entire definition of SurgeryTetracycline: 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 ThroatThrombophlebitis: Inflammation of a vein that occurs when a blood clot forms. Thrombosis: The formation or presence of a blood clot in a blood vessel. The vessel may be... See the entire definition of ThrombosisThyroid: 1. The thyroid gland. Also, pertaining to the thyroid gland. 2. A p... See the entire definition of ThyroidTiredness: See: Tired. Toxicity: The degree to which a substance (a toxin or poison) can harm humans or animals. ... See the entire definition of ToxicityUlcer: A lesion that is eroding away the skin or mucous membrane. Ulcers can have various ... See the entire definition of UlcerUric acid: A breakdown product of purines that are part of many foods. In gout, there are ... See the entire definition of Uric acidUrinary: Having to do with the function or anatomy of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, or ur... See the entire definition of UrinaryUrine: Liquid waste produced by the kidneys. Urine is a clear, transparent fluid that norm... See the entire definition of UrineUterine cancer: A malignant tumor of the uterus (womb), which occurs most often in women b... See the entire definition of Uterine cancerUterus: A hollow, pear-shaped organ that is located in a woman's lower abdomen, between th... See the entire definition of UterusVein: A blood vessel that carries blood that is low in oxygen content from the body back t... See the entire definition of VeinVertebrae: The preferred plural of vertebra. (The alternate plural is vertebras.) See also... See the entire definition of VertebraeVital: Necessary to maintain life. For example, breathing is a vital function. Vitamin D: A steroid vitamin which promotes the intestinal absorption and metabolism of ca... See the entire definition of Vitamin DVitamin K: One of two naturally occurring fat-soluble vitamins (vitamin K1 and vitamin K2)... See the entire definition of Vitamin KVitamins: The word "vitamin" was coined in 1911 by the Warsaw-born biochemist Casimir Funk... See the entire definition of VitaminsWarfarin: An anticoagulant drug (brand names: Coumarin, Panwarfin, Sofarin) taken to prev... See the entire definition of WarfarinWomen's Health Initiative: A long-term national health study that focuses on strategies fo... See the entire definition of Women's Health Initiative |
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