Jul 15, 2008 -
The color gray has been calling my name these days, so I want to sing its praises in return. While the color does naturally make a perfect neutral — half-way between white and black! — it can also be bold if you use a lot of it all at once.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Alternative Names
- How the test is performed
- How to prepare for the test
- How the test will feel
- Why the test is performed
- Normal Values
- What abnormal results mean
- What the risks are
- Special considerations
- References
Illustrations
Ear anatomy
Medical findings based on ear anatomy
Otoscopic exam of the ear
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Definition
During an ear examination, the doctor looks inside your ear using an instrument called an otoscope.
Alternative Names
Otoscopy
How the test is performed
The health care provider may dim the lights in the room.
A young child will be asked to lie on his or her back with the head turned to the side, or the child's head may rest against an adult's chest.
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Sep 03, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Causes, incidence, and risk factors
- Symptoms
- Signs and tests
- Treatment
- Expectations (prognosis)
- Complications
- Calling your health care provider
- Prevention
Illustrations
Throat anatomy
Mouth anatomy
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Definition
Herpangina is a viral illness in which ulcers and lesions (sores) form inside the mouth, and there is sore throat and fever.
See also: Hand, foot, and mouth disease
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Herpangina is caused by the Coxsackie virus, typically Coxsackie group A viruses.
The number of cases of herpangina is unknown, but it is a common childhood infection.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Back
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The tissue called "gray matter" in the brain and spinal cord is also known as substantia grisea, and is made up of cell bodies. "White matter", or substantia alba, is composed of nerve fibers.
Review Date: 2/13/2008
Reviewed By: Luc Jasmin, MD, PhD, Departments of Anatomy & Neurological Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, CA.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Alternative Names
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- How to prepare for the test
- How the test will feel
- Why the test is performed
- Normal Values
- What abnormal results mean
- What the risks are
- Special considerations
Illustrations
Tooth anatomy
Development of baby teeth
Development of permanent teeth
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Definition
Dental x-rays are a type of picture of the teeth and mouth. X-rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation, just like visible light. They are of higher energy, however, and can penetrate the body to form an image on film.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Alternative Names
- How the test is performed
- How to prepare for the test
- How the test will feel
- Why the test is performed
- Normal Values
- What abnormal results mean
- What the risks are
- Special considerations
Illustrations
Kidney anatomy
Kidney - blood and urine flow
Renal veins
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Definition
A renal venogram is a test to look at the veins in the kidney. It uses x-rays and a special dye (called contrast).
X-rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation like light, but of higher energy, so they can move through the body to form an image on film.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Alternative Names
- Considerations
- Common Causes
- Home Care
- Call your health care provider if
- What to expect at your health care provider's office
Illustrations
Throat anatomy
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Definition
Nasal congestion refers to a stuffy nose. Many people think that a nose gets congested (stuffy) from too much thick mucus. This is incorrect.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Alternative Names
- Causes, incidence, and risk factors
- Symptoms
- Signs and tests
- Treatment
- Expectations (prognosis)
- Complications
- Calling your health care provider
- Prevention
Illustrations
Female reproductive anatomy
Cervicitis
Uterus
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Definition
Cervicitis is swelling (inflammation) of the end of the uterus (cervix).
Alternative Names
Cervical inflammation; Inflammation - cervix
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Cervicitis is most often caused by an infection. However, in a few cases it may be due to:
- A device inserted into the pelvic area such as:
- Cervical cap
- Device to support the uterus (pessary)
- Diaphragm
- An allergy to spermicides used for birth control or to latex in condoms
- Exposure to a chemical
Cervicitis is very common, affecting more than half of all women at some point during their adult lives.
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Sep 03, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
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- Causes, incidence, and risk factors
- Symptoms
- Signs and tests
- Treatment
- Expectations (prognosis)
- Complications
- Calling your health care provider
- Prevention
Illustrations
Dental anatomy
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Definition
Trench mouth is a painful bacterial infection that involves swelling (inflammation) and ulcers in the gums (gingiva).
Alternative Names
Vincent's stomatitis; Acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Trench mouth is a painful form of gum swelling (gingivitis). The term "trench mouth" comes from World War I, when the disorder was common among soldiers.
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Sep 03, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Alternative Names
- Causes, incidence, and risk factors
- Symptoms
- Signs and tests
- Treatment
- Expectations (prognosis)
- Complications
- Calling your health care provider
Illustrations
Canker sore
Canker sore (aphthous ulcer)
Mouth anatomy
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Definition
A canker sore is a painful, open sore in the mouth, which is white or yellow and surrounded by a bright red area. A canker sore is benign (not cancer).
See also: Herpes
Alternative Names
Aphthous ulcer; Ulcer - aphthous
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Canker sores are a common form of mouth ulcer.
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