A-Gram
A-Gram is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Abdimox
Abdimox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Abducens
The Abducens (or Sixth Cranial Nerve) rises in the medulla oblongata and supplies the external rectus muscle of the eye, which draws the eyeball outward.
Abducent nerve
see "Abducens"
Accessory nerve
The accessory nerve is a pair of cranial nerves responsible for the sternomastoid and trapezius muscles.
Acetabulum
Acetabulum is an anatomical term applied to any cup-like cavity, as that of a bone to receive the protuberant end of another bone.
Acetaminophen
Acetaminophen is a drug used to treat mild pain or fever. It has the possible side effects of: Rash, itching and severe liver damage with over dosing.
Acetanilide
Acetanilide (phenyl-acetamide) was a medicine used as an antipyretic and analgesic in place of quinine.
Acetophenone
Acetophenone (phenyl-methyl-ketone) is a medicine formerly used to induce sleep.
Acetylcholine
Acetylcholine (Ach) is a chemical that serves as a neurotransmitter, communicating nerve impulses between the cells of the nervous system. It is largely associated with the transmission of impulses across the synapse between nerve and muscle cells, causing the muscles to contract. ACh is produced in the synaptic knob and stored in vesicles until a nerve impulse triggers its discharge across the synapse. When the ACh reaches the membrane of the receiving cell it binds with a specific site and brings about depolarisation - a reversal of the electric charge on either side of the membrane causing a fresh impulse in nerve cells or a contraction in muscle cells. Its action is short-lived because it is quickly destroyed by the enzyme cholinesterase. Anticholinergic drugs have a number of uses in medicine to block the action of ACh, thereby disrupting the passage of nerve impulses and relaxing certain muscles, for example in premedication before surgery.
Ach
see "Acetylcholine"
Achilles Tendon
The Achilles Tendon is the tendon which connects the heel with the calf of the leg, and is the principal extensor of the foot.
Achor
Achor is (was?) a disease of infants, in which the head, face and breast become encrusted with thin, yellowish or greenish scabs.
Acimox
Acimox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Acne
Acne is a skin eruption due to inflammation of the sebaceous glands.
Acriflavine
Acriflavine is an antiseptic powder.
Acro-lase
see "Phenobarbital"
Acromegaly
Acromegaly is a disease due to over activity of the pituitary gland results in excessive bone growth, especially the skull.
Actimoxi
Actimoxi is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Adam's Apple
Adam's Apple is the popular name for the thyroid cartilage. That is the prominence seen in the front of the throat of man. It is small and invisible in females. It is so called from the notion that a piece of the forbidden fruit stuck in Adam's throat.
Adbiotin
Adbiotin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Addiction
Addiction is a state of dependence caused by the habitual use of drugs, alcohol, or other substances. It is characterised by uncontrolled craving, tolerance, and symptoms of withdrawal when access is denied. Habitual use produces changes in body chemistry and treatment must be geared to a gradual reduction in dosage. Initially, only opium and its derivatives (morphine, heroin, codeine) were recognised as addictive, but many other drugs, whether therapeutic (such as tranquillisers) or recreational (such as cocaine and alcohol), are now known to be addictive. Research points to a genetic predisposition to addiction; environment and psychological make-up are other factors. Although physical addiction always has a psychological element, not all psychological dependence is accompanied by physical dependence. A carefully controlled withdrawal programme can reverse the chemical changes of habituation. A cure is difficult because of the many other factors contributing to addiction.
Addison's Disease
Addison's Disease is a dangerous affection of the renal capsules. It was first described by Thomas Addison in 1855.
Adenitis
Adenitis is an inflammation of the lymphatic glands. It may be either acute or chronic. As a rule, adenitis is a symptom of some disease process within the area of the body that is drained by the lymphatic channels in which the affected lymphatic glands are situated. In acute adenitis the disease is usually an infected wound or sore, the invading micro-organisms being carried away by the lymphatics and trapped in the glands, where, in turn, they set up inflammation, causing enlargement of the gland, and sometimes suppuration. Chronic adenitis may be due to a chronic infection, such as tuberculosis. Lymphatic glands are also the seat of secondary cancer, the malignant growth cells being carried along the lymphatic channels from the primary cancer. Lymphadenoma or Hodgkin's disease also causes enlargement of the lymphatic glands.
Adenoids
Adenoids is the pathological enlargement of the lymphoid tissue, arranged as a series of folds behind the opening of the auditory tube in the nasopharynx; also known as the pharyngeal tonsils.
Adipose tissue
Adipose tissue is a form of connective tissue in which the constituent cells are modified to enable them to contain droplets of oil. (Fat).
Adrenal glands
The adrenal glands are a pair of glands on the kidneys which secrete adrenaline and other hormones.
Aerolin
Aerolin is a brand name for albuterol.
Aerotherapeutics
Aerotherapeutics is a method of treating disease by varying the pressure of the surrounding atmosphere, or by modifying its composition, or by change of climate. Atmospheric pressure may be varied in an air-tight chamber.
Aflatoxin
Aflatoxin is a toxin produced by the mould Aspergillus flavus commonly found in peanuts, cottonseed, soybeans, wheat, barley, sorghum and nuts such as pistachios, almonds and cacao. Symptoms of poisoning include weight loss, loss of co-ordination, convulsions and death. It also damages the liver and causes liver tumours when consumed at low levels for a long period of time.
Agar
Agar is a laxative substance obtained from seaweed.
Agerpen
Agerpen is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Albugo
Albugo is an affection of the eye, consisting of a white opacity in the cornea.
Albuterol
Albuterol (salbutamol) is a drug used to relieve bronchospasm in patients with reversible obstructive airway disease.
Alfamox
Alfamox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Alimentary
The alimentary canal is the channel in an animal through which food passes.
Allergy
An allergy is a hypersensitivity of body tissue to a substance.
Allopathy
Allopathy is the mode of curing diseases by using medicines which produce in the system a condition contrary to that of the disease. The term was first used by Hahnemann to indicate the methods of orthodox medicine.
Almodan
Almodan is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Aloxyn
Aloxyn is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Alphamox
Alphamox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Alveolus
An alveolus is a lung air sac where gas exchange with the blood occurs.
AM 73
AM 73 is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amagesen Solutab
Amagesen Solutab is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amcill
Amcill is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amitosis
Amitosis is the anatomical term given to cell reproduction by direct division. The nucleus becomes constricted in the middle, forming an hour-glass shape and then divides into two. This is followed by a division of the whole protoplasmic mass of the cell; two daughter cells are thus formed, each containing a nucleus. Direct division occurs in leukocytes and bone-cells, and in the epithelial cells lining the urinary bladder.
Ammonium Chloride
Ammonium Chloride (Sal Ammoniac) is a fibrous mass prepared by neutralising ammonia with hydrochloric acid. It is used in medicine, dyeing and soldering. It has the formulae NH4Cl.
Amnion
The amnion is a membranous sac which surrounds the embryo; it is developed in reptiles, birds and mammals, but not in amphibia or fishes.
Amo-flamsian
Amo-flamsian is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoclen
Amoclen is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amodex
Amodex is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoflux
Amoflux is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amolin
Amolin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amosine
Amosine is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amox
Amox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxa
Amoxa is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxal
Amoxal is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxapen
Amoxapen is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxaren
Amoxaren is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxcillin
Amoxcillin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxi
Amoxi is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxi-basan
Amoxi-basan is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxibiotic
Amoxibiotic is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxicilina
Amoxicilina is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxicillin
Amoxicillin is a semi-synthetic penicillin, an analog of ampicillin, with a broad spectrum of bactericidal activity against many gram-positive and gram-negative micro-organisms. It is used in the treatment of: Gonorrhoea
Amoxicillin Trihydrate
Amoxicillin trihydrate is a drug used to treat systemic infections and acute and chronic urinary tract infections. It has the possible side effects of: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, hypersensitivity (rash) and itching.
Amoxidal
Amoxidal is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxiden
Amoxiden is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxidin
Amoxidin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxihexal
Amoxihexal is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxil
Amoxil is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxillin
Amoxillin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxin
Amoxin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxipen
Amoxipen is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxipenil
Amoxipenil is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxisol
Amoxisol is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxivan
Amoxivan is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxivet
Amoxivet is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxtrex
Amoxtrex is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxy
Amoxy is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxy-diolan
Amoxy-diolan is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxybid
Amoxybid is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxycillin
Amoxycillin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amoxypen
Amoxypen is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amphetamine
Amphetamine is a drug that induces sleeplessness.
Ampicillin Trihydrate
Ampicillin trihydrate is a drug used to treat systemic infections and acute and chronic urinary tract infections. It has the possible side effects of: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, glossitis (inflammation of the tongue), stomatitis (inflammation of the mouth), hypersensitivity (rash) and itching.
Ampidroxyl
Ampidroxyl is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Amygdala
The amygdala is an almond-shaped region of the brain adjacent to the hippocampus, that links the cortex, responsible for conscious thought, with the regions controlling emotions. A 1994 American study showed that it was involved in interpreting fear-provoking information and linking it to fear responses. For example, where the amygdala is damaged patients are unable to recognise fearful expressions.
Amyl Nitrate
Amyl nitrate is a powerful poison with a specific action on the heart and blood-vessels. It is inhaled in small doses in certain diseases of the heart and in asthma. Nowadays, Amyl nitrite is used as a narcotic and sold under the name 'poppers'. It is popular amongst club goers, and particularly the gay community where it contributes to the high instances of AIDs by its adverse effect upon the immune system.
Anacrotism
Anacrotism is an irregularity of the pulse.
Anaemia
Anaemia is the medical condition of lacking red blood cells.
Analeptic
Analeptic is a term applied to those drugs or other means which are used to restore strength after disease.
Analgesic
An analgesic is a pain reliever.
Anaphase
Anaphase is the 3rd stage of mitosis cell reproduction. The centromeres split into 2 halves which repel each other.
Anatomy
Anatomy describes the structure and organisation of living creatures.
Anatrofin
Anatrofin is an anabolic steroid. It causes increased protein synthesis and amino acid consumption, androgensisis, catabolism, and gluticocototitosis. It is used for sports performance enhancement, relief and recovery from common injuries, rehabilitation, weight control, anti-insomnia, and regulation of sexuality, aggression, and cognition.
Anaxvar
Anaxvar is an anabolic steroid. It causes increased protein synthesis and amino acid consumption, androgensisis, catabolism, and gluticocototitosis. It is used for sports performance enhancement, relief and recovery from common injuries, rehabilitation, weight control, anti-insomnia, and regulation of sexuality, aggression, and cognition.
Anconeus
The Anconeus is a muscle in the human arm. It assists the Triceps in extending the elbow-joint.
Anemol
Anemol is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Ankle
The ankle is the joint connecting the foot with the leg.
Annadrol
Annadrol is an anabolic steroid. It causes increased protein synthesis and amino acid consumption, androgensisis, catabolism, and gluticocototitosis. It is used for sports performance enhancement, relief and recovery from common injuries, rehabilitation, weight control, anti-insomnia, and regulation of sexuality, aggression, and cognition.
Antenna
An antenna is a sensory organ found on the head of insects.
Anthrax
Anthrax is a disease of sheep and cattle transmittable to humans.
Antibiotic
An antibiotic is a substance that inhibits the growth of micro organisms.
Antibody
An antibody is a bodily protein that inactivates infection.
Antidote
An antidote is a drug used to counteract poison.
Antifebrin
Antifebrin was a trade name for acetanilide.
Antipyrin
Antipyrin (Phenazone) is a synthetic drug obtained from coal-tar and discovered in 1883 by Knorr. It was formerly used in medicine as an antipyretic and analgesic in place of quinine.
Antiseptic
An antiseptic is a substance which counteracts blood or tissue poisoning caused by bacteria (sepsis).
Anus
The anus is the opening at the end of the alimentary canal.
Anxiolytic
An anxiolytic is a drug used to reduce anxiety.
Aorta
The aorta is the largest artery in the human body. It carries blood from the heart to the arms, legs and head.
Aphasia
Aphasia is difficulty in reading, writing and speaking due to brain damage.
Apitart
Apitart is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Apo-Amoxi
Apo-Amoxi is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Aqua Sambuci
Aqua sambuci is the scientific name for Elder Flower Water, prepared with 1 part elder flower to 5 parts water. It is used in medicine as an eye and skin lotion.
Aqueous humour
The Aqueous humour is the watery fluid found in the space between the cornea and the lens of the eyes of vertebrates.
Araroba Powder
see "Goa Powder"
Ardine
Ardine is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Areolar tissue
Areolar tissue is a generalised form of connective tissue in which the constituent cells are separated by a semi-fluid matrix in which both white connective tissue and yellow elastic fibres are found.
Arm
The arm is a limb extending from the shoulder of an animal.
Artery
An artery is a vessel that conveys blood from the heart.
Aspenil
Aspenil is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Asthma
Asthma is a disease characterised by breathing difficulties.
Astramorph
Astramorph is a tradename for morphine sulphate.
Astringent
An astringent is a substance which contracts tissues, chiefly by coagulating albumin. When applied in the form of lotions or ointments, they reduce the congestion of mucous membranes and thus assist in the healing of wounds and ulcers.
Ataxia
Ataxia is a lack of co-ordination in the muscles. It is a symptom of damage to part of the central nervous system. Locomotor ataxia involves a lack of balance, or equilibrium. Patients must stand on a broad base, eyes open, or they will sway or even fall. The swaying increases if they shut their eyes. Ataxia has many causes, locomotor ataxia may be due to syphilis for example. Many diseases that damage the central nervous system may cause ataxia, including tumours of the cerebrum or cerebellum, some deficiency diseases, and diseases of the spinal cord. Ataxia may also result from overuse of such drugs as barbiturates or alcohol.
Atlas
In anatomy, the 1st cervical vertebrae is called the atlas because it supports the globe of the head.
Atruline
Atruline is a brand name for sertaline.
Audumic
Audumic is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Auricle
The auricles are reservoirs within the heart which receive blood from the veins.
Axis
In anatomy, the 2nd cervical vertebrae is called the axis. It provides the pivot for the atlas and the head.
Azathioprine
azathioprine is a synthetic drug that suppresses the normal immune responses of the body and is administered orally during and after organ transplantation and also in certain types of anaemia and rheumatoid arthritis. It has the formula C9H7N7O2S.
Azedarach
Azedarach is the astringent bark of the chinaberry tree. It was formerly used in medicine as an emetic and cathartic.
Azillin
Azillin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Bacampicillin Hydrochloride
Bacampicillin hydrochloride is a drug used to treat upper and lower respiratory tract infections; urinary tract infections and skin infections. It has the possible side effects of: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, glossitis (inflammation of the tongue), stomatitis (inflammation of the mouth), hypersensitivity (rash) and itching.
Bactamox
Bactamox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Bahia Powder
see "Goa Powder"
Basophils
see "Leukocytes"
Benzodiazepines
Benzodiazepines are sedative-hypnotic drugs that are structurally similar and include widely used drugs such as chlordiazepoxide, diazepam, and oxazepam. The different benzodiazepines are absorbed at different rates, and the timing of their psychoactive effects varies with the absorption rate. Benzodiazepines are usually taken orally and are metabolised in the liver. Some benzodiazepine metabolites are pharmacologically active. Benzodiazepines potentiate the effect of other central nervous system depressants, such as ethyl alcohol.
Benztropine mesylate
Benztropine mesylate is a synthetic Anticholinergic used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease.
Berlthyrox
Berlthyrox is a brand name for Levothyroxine sodium.
Betaloc
Betaloc is a brand name for Metoprolol tartrate.
Biceps
The biceps are a long fusiform muscle on the front of the arm. They are used to flex the elbows.
Bile
Bile is a secretion of the liver stored in the gall bladder.
Bimox
Bimox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Bintamox
Bintamox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Biomox
Biomox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Bioxidona
Bioxidona is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Bioxyllin
Bioxyllin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Bladder
The bladder is a sack in the abdomen which collects urine from the kidneys.
Blennorghoea
In medicine, blennorghoea is a copious discharge from a mucous membrane.
Blood
Blood is a body fluid that carries food and oxygen to cells.
Blubber
Blubber is the thick coating of fat enveloping whales.
Bolasterone
Bolasterone is an anabolic steroid. It causes increased protein synthesis and amino acid consumption, androgensisis, catabolism, and gluticocototitosis. It is used for sports performance enhancement, relief and recovery from common injuries, rehabilitation, weight control, anti-insomnia, and regulation of sexuality, aggression, and cognition.
Bone
Bone is the hard skeletal part of an animal.
Bonjela
Bonjela is a numbing gel used for treating teething pains and mouth ulcers. It is primarily choline salicylate and ethanol.
Bovine Tuberculosis
Bovine Tuberculosis is an infectious disease of cattle characterised by the formation of tubercules or nodules - small greyish yellow bodies which may exist in almost every organ and give rise to numerous disease processes which vary according to their situation.
Bowel
The bowels is a popular term for the division of the alimentary canal below the stomach, that is the intestines.
Brachial Artery
The brachial artery conveys blood to the arm. It is a prolongation of the axillary artery. It begins at about the lower border of the armpit, and ends by dividing into the radial and ulnar arteries just below the bend of the elbow.
Brachial Plexus
The Brachial Plexus is the network of nerves which supply the arm. It is formed by the four lower cervical nerves and part of the first dorsal, and lies between the root of the neck and the axilla or armpit, where it breaks up into several branches.
Brachialis
The Brachialis is a muscle covering the front of the human elbow-joint. It is used to flex the elbow.
Bradycardia
In pathology, bradycardia is an abnormally low rate of heartbeat.
Bradykinesia
In pathology, bradykinesia is an abnormal slowness of physical movement, especially as a symptom of Parkinson's disease.
Bradykinin
Bradykinin is a peptide in blood plasma that dilates blood vessels and causes contraction of smooth muscles. It has the formula C50H73N15O11.
Brain
The brain is the central organ of the nervous system.
Braxy
Braxy is a disease of sheep being a plethora of the blood resulting from a change from poor to rich pasturage, usually fatal in a few hours.
Bridopen
Bridopen is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Bristamox
Bristamox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Bronchi
The bronchial tubes (bronchi) are a division of the trachea which branch repeatedly into small bronchioles within the lungs.
Broncho-Spray
Broncho-Spray is a brand name for albuterol.
Broncovaleas
Broncovaleas is a brand name for albuterol.
Bubo
Bubo is an inflammatory swelling of a lymphatic gland in any part of the body. The term is usually confined to swelling of the glands of the groin.
Buccinator
The buccinator is a flat thin muscle of the cheek. It compresses the cheeks and retracts the angle of the mouth, thereby assisting mastication and regulating the expulsion of air in whistling or playing a wind-instrument.
Burgundy Pitch
Burgundy Pitch is a resin obtained from the Norway Spruce and several other pine trees. It is used in medicine as a stimulating plaster, and takes its name from the place in France where it was first prepared.
Butyl Nitrate
Butyl Nitrate is a drug very similar to amyl nitrate.
Cabermox
Cabermox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Calcaneum
In human anatomy, the calcaneum is the largest and strongest of the tarsal bones. It projects backwards beyond the bones of the leg to provide a lever for the muscles of the calf.
Cancer
Cancer is a disease of malignant tumours, what causes it is unknown, however experiments in the 1950s revealed a connection between conscious belief and cancer, that is patients who had cancerous tumours removed and believed themselves to be free of the cancer were less likely to suffer re-emergence of the cancer than patients who believed the cancer would re-occur.
Capillary
A capillary is a fine blood vessel which carries blood to cells.
Capitate bone
The capitate bone is the largest bone in the human wrist.
Captopril
Captopril is a drug used to control high blood pressure and aid in the relief of heart failure. It has the possible side effects of: increased heart rate, low blood pressure, loss of taste, lack of appetite, rash, itching, dizziness and fainting.
Caries
Caries is a disease of bone resulting from inflammation of bony tissue.
Carminative
Carminatives are a class of remedies used in medicine for the relief of gastric and intestinal discomfort caused by the collection of gases formed during imperfect digestion.
Carpus
The carpus are the bones of the human wrist.
Cartilage
Cartilage or cartilaginous tissue covers the ends of the bones where they come together to make a joint. It enables the bones to move easily.
Cartilaginous joint
In anatomy, a cartilaginous joint is an articulation where the bones are joined by cartilage, and a limited amount of movement is possible.
Cartoid
see "Cartoid Artery"
Cartoid Artery
The Cartoid Arteries are three arteries on each side of the human neck. The term Cartoid Artery is usually applied to the common cartoid artery, which is the vessel injured when the throat is cut. Compression of the cartoid arteries causes fainting from anaemia of the brain.
Cartoids
see "Cartoid Artery"
Catalepsy
Catalepsy is a disease characterised by seizures or trances which last for hours or days with a suspension of sensation and consciousness.
Cataract
Cataract is another name for a waterfall. In medicine, a cataract is a disease of the eye consisting in opacity of the lens which looks milky-white.
Catarrh
Catarrh is the inflammation of a mucous membrane, particularly that of the nose, throat or bronchial tubes, causing an increased flow of mucus.
Cathartic
A cathartic is a medicine which is capable of producing the second grade of purgation, of which a laxative is the first.
Cell
A cell, in biological terms, is the material unit of all living things.
Cellulitis
Cellulitis is a disease characterised by the existence of a spreading inflammation of the tissues underlying the skin.
Cephalic
Cephalic is a classification of human skull. It refers to the shape of skull possessed by Kaffirs and Native Australians.
Cerebellum
The cerebellum is the lower part of the brain, it controls muscular movements and postural equilibrium.
Cerebrum
The cerebrum is the upper and larger portion of the brain and occupies the whole of the dome of the cranium.
Cervical vertebrae
The cervical vertebrae are the 7 vertebrae closest to the skull.
Cervix
see "Cervix uteri"
Cervix uteri
The cervix uteri (cervix) is the neck of the womb. It is the part of the uterus that projects into the upper part of the vagina. It is a powerful ring of muscle which is closed at most times but is able to expand (dilate) widely during childbirth.
Chicken pox
Chicken pox is an infectious disease of children and adults.
Chitin
Chitin is an organic substance which forms part of the exoskeleton of arthropods.
Chlorpromazine hydrochloride
Chlorpromazine hydrochloride (Thorazine) is a depressive drug which is orally ingested or injected. It has undetermined psychotropic effects on the Central Nervous System and is used in the management of manic psychotic disorders and disturbances.
Cholera
Cholera is an infectious disease caused by the micro organism Vibrio cholerae. It is endemic in India and some other tropical countries and occasionally spreading to temperate climates. The symptoms of cholera are diarrhoea and the loss of water and salts in the stool. In severe cholera, the patient develops violent diarrhoea with characteristic "rice-water stools," vomiting, thirst, muscle cramps, and sometimes circulatory collapse. Death can occur as quickly as a few hours after the onset of symptoms. The mortality rate is more than 50 percent in untreated cases, but falls to less than 1 percent with proper treatment. Treatment consists mainly of intravenous or oral replacement of fluids and salts. Packets for dilution containing the correct mixture of sodium, potassium, chloride, bicarbonate, and glucose have been made widely available by the WHO. Most patients recover in three to six days. Antibiotics such as tetracyclines, ampicillin, chloramphenicol, and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole can shorten the duration of the disease, but have their own long term risks in damage to the immune system.
Cholesterol
Cholesterol is a steroid alcohol present in animal cells and body fluids.
Choline Magnesium Trisalicylate
Choline magnesium trisalicylate is a drug used to treat arthritis; mild-to-moderate pain and fever. It has the possible side effects of: ringing in the ears and hearing loss, nausea, vomiting, gastric distress, hidden bleeding, rash, hypersensitivity manifested by shock and/or asthma.
Cilamox
Cilamox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Cilia
Cilia are hair-like processes of the cells of some animal tissues, or of a single cell in some Protozoa. Their function is to keep fluids moving in one direction by their sweeping action, or to affect locomotion.
Clamox
Clamox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Clamoxyl
Clamoxyl is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Clavicle
In human anatomy, the clavicle is a long bone which lies almost horizontally at the root of the neck. It serves 2 main functions; to act as a prop which braces back the shoulder and enables the limb to swing clear of the trunk. And to transmit part of the weight of the limb to the axial skeleton.
Clavoxilin
Clavoxilin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Clonidine Hydrochloride
Clonidine hydrochloride is a drug used to treat control high blood pressure; to suppress abstinence symptoms during narcotics withdrawal. It has the possible side effects of: drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue, sedation, nervousness, headache, dizziness on changing position quickly, mouth dryness, constipation and itching.
Cloxacillin Sodium
Cloxacillin sodium is a drug used to treat systemic infections. It has the possible side effects of: Nausea, vomiting, stomach distress, diarrhoea and hypersensitivity (rash, itching, chills, fever, sneezing and/or wheezing)
Coamoxin
Coamoxin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Cocaine
Cocaine is an alkaloid derived from the leaves of the coca plant. It is a white crystalline powder used as a local anaesthetic and also as a euphoric drug.
Coccidiosis
Coccidiosis is a disease of rabbits caused by the Coccidium coccidia and detected by small yellow spots on the liver. It was commonly mistaken for tuberculosis at one time until the discovery of the coccidia organisms.
Coccyx
In human anatomy, the coccyx is the bone at the apex of the sacrum. It is usually comprised of 4 vertebrae fused together.
Collagen
Collagen is one of the albuminoids. It forms the white fibres of connective tissue.
Colon
The colon is the large intestine.
Comoxyl
Comoxyl is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Connective tissue
Connective tissue is derived from the mesenchyme and includes a number of tissues which have a passive, binding function. In a connective tissue the parent cells are separated more or less widely from one another by a homogeneous matrix or ground substance, in which fibres may or may not be present.
Coracobrachialis
The Coracobrachialis is a human muscle used to draw the arm forwards and prevent side-sway when the arm is raised by the Deltoid.
Coracoid Bone
In birds, the Coracoid Bone is the bone joining the sternum to the shoulder and supporting the wing. In mammals it is represented by the coracoid process of the scapula.
Costal Cartilages
In human anatomy, the costal cartilages are bars of hyaline cartilage which extend forwards from the anterior ends of the ribs and contribute to the elasticity of the thorax.
Cranial nerve
A cranial nerve is a nerve arising directly from the brain and passing through one of the holes in the skull. There are twelve pairs of cranial nerves: Olfactory, Optic, Oculomotor, Trochlear, Trigeminal, Abducent, Facial, Auditory, Glossopharyngeal, Vagus, Accessory and Hypoglossal.
Cretinism
Cretinism is a disease developed in early childhood due to the absence or deficiency of the thyroid gland or to goitre. The disease is distributed the world over, but is especially common in certain areas such as Switzerland and Derbyshire.
Croton Oil
Croton Oil is a fatty oil obtained from the seeds of Croton tiglium. It is an extremely powerful cathartic and is used in medicine.
Croup
Croup is the inflammation of the larynx.
Cuneiform bones
The cuneiform bones are three bones in the human foot behind the first three metatarsal bones.
Cuticle
The cuticle is the horny outside layer of skin.
Cyclopia
Cyclopia is the medical condition of a person born with only one eye orbit.
Damoxicil
Damoxicil is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Dapsone
Dapsone is a sulphone drug used to treat leprosy.
Deca-diabolin
Deca-diabolin is an anabolic steroid. It causes increased protein synthesis and amino acid consumption, androgensisis, catabolism, and gluticocototitosis. It is used for sports performance enhancement, relief and recovery from common injuries, rehabilitation, weight control, anti-insomnia, and regulation of sexuality, aggression, and cognition.
Decadurabolin
Decadurabolin is an anabolic steroid. It causes increased protein synthesis and amino acid consumption, androgensisis, catabolism, and gluticocototitosis. It is used for sports performance enhancement, relief and recovery from common injuries, rehabilitation, weight control, anti-insomnia, and regulation of sexuality, aggression, and cognition.
Decidua
The decidua is the lining of the uterus, shed during a menstrual period and after the birth of a child.
Dehydropiandrosterone
Dehydropiandrosterone is an anabolic steroid. It causes increased protein synthesis and amino acid consumption, androgensisis, catabolism, and gluticocototitosis. It is used for sports performance enhancement, relief and recovery from common injuries, rehabilitation, weight control, anti-insomnia, and regulation of sexuality, aggression, and cognition.
Delacillin
Delacillin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Delatestryl
Delatestryl is an anabolic steroid. It causes increased protein synthesis and amino acid consumption, androgensisis, catabolism, and gluticocototitosis. It is used for sports performance enhancement, relief and recovery from common injuries, rehabilitation, weight control, anti-insomnia, and regulation of sexuality, aggression, and cognition.
Deltoid
The deltoid muscle is a triangular muscle in the shoulder used to lift the upper arm. The base of the triangle is attached to the clavicle and the scapula; the fibres converge on the narrow apex half-way down the outer side of the humerus.
Deniren
Deniren is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Dentine
Dentine (dentin) is the main substance of the tooth.
Dentistry
Dentistry is a branch of medical science concerned with the care of the teeth, and including the treatment of unsound teeth, the prevention of dental diseases and the manufacture of artificial teeth. Although practised in ancient Egypt, it was not until the 19th century that dentistry became a subject for serious scientific research and considered a branch of medicine.
Desmology
Desmology is the branch of anatomy dealing with ligaments and sinews.
Detrusor urinae
The detrusor urinae is the muscle whose function it is to expel the urine.
Dew-claw
Dew-claw is the name given to the upper-most claw in a dog's foot which is smaller than the rest and does not reach the ground. The name is also applied to the bones behind a deer's foot.
Dextromethorphan hydrochloride
Dextromethorphan hydrochloride (Robitussin Pediatric, Vicks Formula 44, Vicks 44 Pediatric, Benylin DM, Delsym, Pertussin ES) is an orally ingested or injected drug which reduces the brain's cough-centre response and mimics codeine's effects without analgesic or additive properties. It is used as a cough medicine to suppresses non-productive coughs.
Diallyl barbituric acid
Diallyl barbituric acid is a colourless crystalline organic compound used in medicine as a soporific.
Dianiabol
Dianiabol is an anabolic steroid. It causes increased protein synthesis and amino acid consumption, androgensisis, catabolism, and gluticocototitosis. It is used for sports performance enhancement, relief and recovery from common injuries, rehabilitation, weight control, anti-insomnia, and regulation of sexuality, aggression, and cognition.
Diaphragm
The diaphragm is a large transverse muscle at the base of the thorax, used in respiration to draw air into the lungs.
Dieldrin
Aldrin and dieldrin are the common names of two insecticides that are closely related chemically. The technical compounds are light tan to brown solids or powders. Aldrin is readily converted to dieldrin in the environment, so these two closely related compounds are considered together by regulatory bodies. Their toxicities do not differ significantly. Aldrin and dieldrin were widely used from the 1950s to the early 1970s. Aldrin has been used as a soil insecticide to control root worms, beetles, and termites. Dieldrin has been used in agriculture for soil and seed treatment and in public health to control disease vectors such as mosquitoes and tsetse flies. Dieldrin has also had veterinary use as a sheep dip and has been used in treatment of wood and mothproofing of woollen products.
Diflunisal
Diflunisal is a drug used to treat mild to moderate pain and osteoarthritis It has the possible side effects of: dizziness, insomnia, headache, ringing in the ears, nausea, dyspepsia, gastrointestinal pain, diarrhoea, vomiting, constipation, excess wind, rash and itching.
Digitalis
Digitalis is a drug derived from foxglove that increases heart efficiency.
Digoxin
Digoxin is one of the cardiac (or digitalis) glycosides, a closely related group of drugs having in common specific effects on the myocardium. These drugs are found in a number of plants. Digoxin is extracted from the leaves of Digitalis lanata. The term "digitalis" is used to designate the whole group. The glycosides are composed of two portions: a sugar and a cardenolide (hence "glycosides").
Dihydrolone
Dihydrolone is an anabolic steroid. It causes increased protein synthesis and amino acid consumption, androgensisis, catabolism, and gluticocototitosis. It is used for sports performance enhancement, relief and recovery from common injuries, rehabilitation, weight control, anti-insomnia, and regulation of sexuality, aggression, and cognition.
Diphtheria
Diphtheria is a disease produced by the Klebs-Loeffler bacillus. Diphtheria is unusual in that after infection it does not spread in the body, but the bacillus remains at the site of its primary invasion. This site may be the fauces in front of the throat, or the larynx. Very occasionally the bacillus gains access to a wound and gives rise to "wound diphtheria". In any case, the disease multiplies and produces a membrane which in the case of the laryngeal type may produce death by mechanical blockage of the air passage. The chief danger however lies in the toxins discharged by the bacillus which enter the blood system and affect the muscles in particular, giving rise to a danger of heart-attacks.
Diplegia
Diplegia is a medical condition involving paralysis of both arms or both legs.
Diploe
Diploe is the anatomical term for the spongy substance between flat bones.
Diplopia
Diplopia is a medical condition in which the patient is unable to superimpose the images recorded from the two eyes, resulting in double vision. It is almost always caused by an imbalance of the eye muscles which should automatically keep both eyes fixed on the same object.
Dipyridamole
Dipyridamole is a coronary vasodilator drug used to reduce the frequency and intensity of angina attacks and prevents blood clots after heart surgery.
Disopyramide
Disopyramide is an anti-arrhythmic drug used to correct heart rhythm disorders which it does by delaying nerve impulses to the heart to regulate the heartbeat.
Diuretic
A diuretic is a medicine which increases the flow of urine by acting on the kidneys either directly or secondarily through the blood or nervous system.
Dover's Powder
Dover's Powder was a preparation used in medicine to produce perspiration. It consisted of 1 grain of opium, 1 grain of ipecacuanha and 8 grains of sulphate of potash thoroughly mixed together.
Down's syndrome
Down's syndrome is a chromosomal abnormality.
Draximox
Draximox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Dropsy
Dropsy is an accumulation of serous fluid in the body cavities or tissues. Serum is normally exuded through the walls of the small blood-vessels, part of it being absorbed by the veins and lymphatic vessels and returned to the blood. Dropsy arises when the serum is not absorbed sufficiently or is exuded in abnormal quantities, and is therefore more a symptom of some other disturbance than a disease in itself.
Droxine
Droxine is a brand name for Levothyroxine sodium.
Duodenum
The duodenum is the first part of the intestine.
Dura Mater
The dura mater is the membrane which covers the brain.
Durabolin
Durabolin is an anabolic steroid. It causes increased protein synthesis and amino acid consumption, androgensisis, catabolism, and gluticocototitosis. It is used for sports performance enhancement, relief and recovery from common injuries, rehabilitation, weight control, anti-insomnia, and regulation of sexuality, aggression, and cognition.
Duramorph
Duramorph is a tradename for morphine sulphate.
Dymethazine
Dymethazine is an anabolic steroid. It causes increased protein synthesis and amino acid consumption, androgensisis, catabolism, and gluticocototitosis. It is used for sports performance enhancement, relief and recovery from common injuries, rehabilitation, weight control, anti-insomnia, and regulation of sexuality, aggression, and cognition.
Dysmenorrhoea
Dysmenorrhoea is pain with menstrual periods. The pain usually manifests itself in the lower abdomen or the small of the back.
Dyspepsia
Dyspepsia (Indigestion) is a disturbance of the natural processes of digestion, due sometimes to organic disease involving the alimentary canal, but usually to errors in diet or to nervous causes.
Dysphagia
Dysphagia is a medical condition involving difficulty in swallowing. It is a symptom of a blockage or muscle spasm in the throat or gullet.
Dyspnoea
Dyspnoea is the medical condition of difficulty in breathing. Its essential character is that undue effort is required in breathing.
Ear
The ear is the organ used for hearing. It converts sound into electrical impulses that are fed to the brain.
Eclampsia
Eclampsia is the name given to the sudden convulsive seizures sometimes occurring in pregnant women as a result of Bright's disease.
Ecstasy
Ecstasy is an illegal drug synthesised from nutmeg oil and that reduces serotonin in the brain.
Eczema
Eczema is an inflammatory skin disease.
Eferox
Eferox is a brand name for Levothyroxine sodium.
Efpinex
Efpinex is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Elastic tissue
Elastic tissue is ordinary connective tissue with the addition of many fibres of the albuminoid elastin. It resembles draper's elastic and is found in some ligaments and in the walls of the arteries.
Elastin
Elastin is one of the albuminoids. It forms the yellow fibres of connective tissue.
Elephantiasis
Elephantiasis is a disease characterised by inflammation of the fibrous connective tissue, leading to excessive swelling of the leg, scrotum, arm or breast and more rarely other parts of the body. It is caused by the parasitic worm Filaria which blocks the lymph vessels, and at the same time causes irritation of the skin.
Elthyrone
Elthyrone is a brand name for Levothyroxine sodium.
Eltroxin
Eltroxin is a brand name for Levothyroxine sodium.
Embryo
An embryo is the offspring of an animal before it has been born or emerged from its egg.
Embryology
Embryology is the study of the development of embryos of animals and plants, from egg-cells or ova. Since the ova of most organisms do not develop before fertilisation, the study of embryology begins with fertilisation, and follows the subsequent changes of the fertilised ovum, and the conditions influencing its development.
Emetic
An emetic is a drug used to cause vomiting.
Emetine
Emetine is an alkaloid obtained from the dried roots of Psychotria ipecacuanha, a Brazilian plant. Emetine is a white powder employed in the treatment of amoebic dysentery and also as an anthelmintic.
Emollient
An emollient is a substance, usually a cream or ointment, used for softening, smoothing and moisturising inflamed or dry skin.
Emphysema
Emphysema is an abnormal presence of air in certain parts of the body. Generally however the term is restricted to a peculiar affection of the lungs, exhibited in two forms, vesicular emphysema, dilation or rupture of the air-sacs, and interlobular emphysema, infiltration of air into the connective tissue beneath the pleura.
Encephalin
Encephalin is a naturally occurring chemical produced by nerve cells in the brain that has the same effect as morphine or other derivatives of opium, acting as a natural painkiller. Unlike morphine, encephalins are quickly degraded by the body, so there is no build-up of tolerance to them, and hence no addiction. Encephalins are a variety of peptides, as are endorphins, which have similar effects.
Encephalitis Lethargica
Encephalitis Lethargica (sleepy sickness) is a disease believed to be due to a virus infection of the brain. The onset is sudden and takes the form of a chill. After a short period of recovery there is usually some disturbance of vision associated with palsy of the eye muscles. This is followed by muscular weakness and sudden mood swings followed by lethargy and possible death.
Endocrine gland
An endocrine gland is one which secretes hormones into the body.
Endocrine System
The Endocrine System is a number of separate glands differing in structure and function, but all characterised by the fact that they have no ducts through which to discharge their secretions; but instead discharge them straight into the blood-stream. These secretions are called hormones or sometimes endocrines.
Endogenous
Endogenous refers to the structure of the vascular system, which consists of strands of ligneous tissue isolated in a cylinder of cellular tissue. The term is used to describe the Monocotyledonous group of plants.
Enoltestovis
Enoltestovis is an anabolic steroid. It causes increased protein synthesis and amino acid consumption, androgensisis, catabolism, and gluticocototitosis. It is used for sports performance enhancement, relief and recovery from common injuries, rehabilitation, weight control, anti-insomnia, and regulation of sexuality, aggression, and cognition.
Enteric Fever
Enteric Fever is a term for typhoid fever and paratyphoid indicative of the intestinal lesions met with in that disease.
Enteritis
Enteritis is a convenient term for disorders of the bowel in which there is inflammation of the lining of the bowel wall. Varieties of enteritis include; dysentery, mucous colitis, typhoid fever and paratyphoid fever.
Enterokinase
Enterokinase is a hormone manufactured in the wall of the intestine and causes the pancreas to secrete when it is received.
Epidemic
An epidemic is a disease which affects a large number of people in a particular locality at one time. As a rule it is infectious, but may affect its victims independently. Epidemics were frequent in the Middle Ages before sanitation and considered inevitable.
Epidermis
The epidermis is the outer layer of an animal's skin.
Epiglottis
The epiglottis is a fibro-cartilaginous lid shaped like a leaf which covers the upper opening of the larynx. It is covered by a mucous membrane and contains taste and mucous glands.
Epithelium
Epithelium is an anatomical term a basic type of bodily tissue. It comprises the external surface of the skin, the internal surfaces of the digestive, respiratory and urogenital systems and others. The constituent cells of an epithelium are always closely packed together and the intercellular substance is reduced to a minimum.
Equipose
Equipose is an anabolic steroid. It causes increased protein synthesis and amino acid consumption, androgensisis, catabolism, and gluticocototitosis. It is used for sports performance enhancement, relief and recovery from common injuries, rehabilitation, weight control, anti-insomnia, and regulation of sexuality, aggression, and cognition.
Erysipelas
Erysipelas is a contagious disease due to the invasion of the tissues by the streptococcus germ, producing fever and a local redness of the skin. The inflammation of the skin may spread to deeper tissues, producing widespread necrosis and other complications occurring such as pneumonia, nephritis or meningitis.
Erythrityl Tetranitrate
Erythrityl Tetranitrate is an anti-anginal drug used to reduce the frequency and severity of angina attacks.
Erythrocyte
Erythrocyte is the anatomical term for red corpuscles.
Erythrocytes
Erythrocytes (red blood cells) are haemoglobin-containing blood cells present in most vertebrates. Their main function is the transportation of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood.
Erythropoietin
Erythropoietin is a polypeptide hormone present in vertebrates and secreted mainly by the kidneys but also by other organs including the liver. It stimulates the proliferation and maturation of erythrocytes in red bone marrow.
Ethchlorvynol
see "1-chloro-3-ethyl-1-penten-4 yn-3-ol"
Eupen
Eupen is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Euthyrox
Euthyrox is a brand name for Levothyroxine sodium.
Eutirox
Eutirox is a brand name for Levothyroxine sodium.
Excillin
Excillin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Exocrine gland
An exocrine gland is one which secretes onto a surface. Such as a sweat gland.
Eye
The eye is the organ of vision.
Fallopian tubes
The Fallopian tubes are two tubes in mammals which carry eggs from the ovary to the uterus. Eggs are fertilised in the Fallopian tubes by sperm, and then moved to the ovary by way of cilia.
Farconcil
Farconcil is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Femur
The femur is the thigh bone in the human leg.
Fibrous joint
In anatomy, a fibrous joint is an articulation in which the surfaces of the bones are fastened together by intervening fibrous tissue, and in which there is no appreciable motion, as in the joints between the bones of the human cranium.
Fibrous Joints
In anatomy, fibrous joints are articulations in which the surfaces of the bones are fastened together by intervening fibrous tissue, and in which there is no appreciable motion. For example between the bones of the cranium.
Fibula
The fibula is the lateral bone of the leg. It is slender, compared to the tibia. It's purpose is to give attachment to the muscles.
Filariasis
Filariasis is a disease caused by a parasite of the family Filariidea which causes malnutrition and inflammation of the lymphatic vessels.
Fisamox
Fisamox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Flagellum
Flagellum are a small hair-like organ on the surface of certain cells. They are the motile organs of the sperm cells of higher animals.
Flat bone
In human anatomy, flat bones occur where the principal requirement of the skeleton is to protect delicate structures or provide broad surfaces for muscular attachment. The bones are comprised of two thin layers of compact bone separated by a variable quantity of spongy substance.
Flat bones
In human anatomy, flat bones provide protection and a broad surface for muscular attachment. They are formed of two thin layers of compact bone separated by a spongy substance.
Flemoxin
Flemoxin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Fluxetine hydrochloride
see "Prozac"
Foetus
A foetus is an unborn offspring of an animal.
Follicle
A follicle is a small group of cells that surrounds and nourishes a structure such as a hair (hair follicle) or a cell such as an egg (Graafian follicle).
Fontanelle
The fontanelle is a membrane covered vault in the skull. It normally closes during infancy.
Foot-and-Mouth Disease
Foot-and-Mouth Disease is a disease of horned cattle, sheep, etc. caused by a virus and characterised by the appearance of vesicles on the mouth, tongue and elsewhere, and salivation and champing of the mouth. The disease is intensely contagious, and has an incubation period of between 2 and 5 days.
Fovea
The fovea is a small depression in the retina where vision is most acute.
Frontal bone
The frontal bone is the plate at the front of the top of the human skull. It forms the forehead.
Fullcilina
Fullcilina is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Gall Bladder
The gall bladder is a small muscular sac attached to the liver.
Gamete
Gametes are cells taking part in sexual reproduction. The female gamete is the ovum (egg-cell) and the male gamete of animals is the spermatozoon, and the male gamete of plants the spermatozoid.
Gamma Hydroxibutilate
Gamma Hydroxibutilate is an anabolic steroid. It causes increased protein synthesis and amino acid consumption, androgensisis, catabolism, and gluticocototitosis. It is used for sports performance enhancement, relief and recovery from common injuries, rehabilitation, weight control, anti-insomnia, and regulation of sexuality, aggression, and cognition.
Gamma Hydroxy Butyrate
Gamma Hydroxy Butyrate is a depressive drug used as a central nervous system depressant. It causes a state of euphoria and extreme muscle relaxation. Patients report afterwards being unaware of what has happened during the hours they are under the influence.
Ganglion
A ganglion is an enlargement occurring somewhere in the course of a nerve, and containing nerve cells in addition to nerve filaments.
Gangrene
Gangrene (Mortification) is a term applied in medicine to the death of a considerable bulk of body tissue. Gangrenes are classified according to their cause. Embolic gangrene is due to the blocking of an artery, which prevents blood reaching the part. Senile gangrene is due to malnutrition of the part in very old people. Traumatic gangrene is due to injury. Hospital gangrene, gas gangrene and others are due to infection by organisms. The gangrene may be either dry or moist. In dry gangrene the part is hard, shrunken and black. In moist gangrene it is swollen and putrescent.
Gastric Juice
Gastric Juice is a clear, colourless fluid secreted by the mucous membrane of the stomach, and is the chief agent in digestion.
Gastric System
The Gastric System refers to all parts of the body which contribute to digestion.
Gastritis
Gastritis is inflammation of the mucous membrane lining the stomach.
Gastrocnemius
The Gastrocnemius is a muscle forming most of the human calf.
Gemox
Gemox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Geriatrics
Geriatrics is the branch of medicine concerned with diseases and problems of the elderly.
Germ layer
In embryology, the germ layer is a layer of cells that can be distinguished during the development of a fertilised egg. Most animals have three such layers: the inner, middle, and outer. These differentiate to form the various body tissues. The inner layer (endoderm) gives rise to the gut, the middle one (mesoderm) develops into most of the other organs, while the outer one (ectoderm) gives rise to the skin and nervous system. Simple animals, such as sponges, lack a mesoderm.
Giardiasis
Giardiasis is a gastro-enteritis-type of disease caused by infection by the protozoan Giardia intestinalis. Giardiasis is the most common protozoan intestinal disease in the USA and is transmitted by the faecal-oral route. Cysts of the organism are ingested through faecally-contaminated food, water, etc.
Gills
Gills are a respiratory organ found in animals which obtain oxygen from water, such as crustaceans, molluscs, fish and amphibians.
Gimalxina
Gimalxina is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Gizzard
The gizzard is a strong muscular part of a bird's alimentary canal which enables them to grind their food. Gizzards also occur in many gastropods, and in certain cephalopods and crustaceans.
Gland
A gland is a bodily organ that manufactures and secretes enzymes, hormones or other chemicals.
Glanders
Glanders is a disease attacking horses, due to a bacillus (Bacillus mallei), which affects the lungs and sometimes the membrane of the nose and throat. The disease may be passed to man by contagion.
Glandular Fever
Glandular fever (infectious mononucleosis) is a mild infectious disease most commonly caused by the Epstein-Barr (EB) virus, one of the herpes viruses. As with any harmful infection, the body's immune system fights the EB virus infection by activating large numbers of lymphocytes. Glandular fever occurs most often in young adults but also strikes children and older people. Direct contact between people-kissing, for example - can spread the disease. The chief symptoms include chills, fever, sore throat, and fatigue. The disease is called glandular fever because swelling occurs in the lymph 'glands', especially those in the neck. Symptoms may also include an enlarged spleen, inflamed mouth and gums, skin rash, jaundice, and an enlarged liver. Depending on the seriousness of the case, most doctors recommend mild to complete bed rest for a glandular fever patient. The disease is not fatal, and most patients recover within three to six weeks. Blood tests are used to diagnose glandular fever. In a test used widely for many years, a sample of the patient's blood is mixed with sheep's blood. If the patient has the disease, the sheep's blood cells stick together. Newer, more sophisticated tests identify glandular fever by detecting specific antibodies believed to be formed in the blood to fight the EB virus.
Glutethimide
Glutethimide (Doredin) is an orally ingested or injected insomnia relief drug which has anti-cholinergic properties such as mydriasis, inhibition of salivary secretions, and decreased intestinal motility. It is also a central nervous system depressant.
Gluteus maximus
The Gluteus maximus is a large muscle in the human back-side.
Gnathic
Gnathic is a classification of human skull shape found in Europeans.
Goa Powder
Goa Powder (Bahia powder, Brazil powder, ringworm powder, Araroba powder) is a powder obtained from the wood of the Araroba tree and used as a gastro-intestinal irritant producing large, watery stools and vomiting. It is also used in eczema, psoriasis, acne and other skin diseases. In India and South America it is used for treating ringworm.
Gomcillin
Gomcillin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Gonorrhoea
Gonorrhoea is a specific contagious inflammation of the male urethra or the female vagina. It is a painful disease which may result in the chronic catarrh called gleet or may lead to stricture.
Gout
Gout is a disease marked by an excess of uric acid in the tissues.
Graafian Vesicles
The Graafian Vesicles are numerous small globular transparent follicles found in the ovaries of mammals. Each follicle contains one ovum which is expelled when it reaches maturity.
Grinsul
Grinsul is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Grunamox
Grunamox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Gums
The gums (gingiva) are firm fleshy tissue covering the alveolar parts of either jaw and enveloping the necks of the teeth.
Haematemesis
Haematemesis is the vomiting of blood. It may be due to: having swallowed blood (after a nosebleed or surgery in the mouth); peptic ulcer; or rupture of varicose veins in the oesophagus or a complication of cirrhosis.
Haematology
Haematology is the branch of medicine concerned with disorders of the blood.
Haematoma
Haematoma is an accumulation of blood in the tissues, causing a solid swelling. It may be due to injury, disease or a blood clotting disorder such as haemophilia.
Haemofiltration
Haemofiltration is a temporary treatment for patients in acute (usually temporary) kidney failure. Large volumes of plasma water are filtered out of the bloodstream, to be replaced by a sterile electrolyte solution. This has the effect of removing waste products, regulating the plasma electrolytes and getting rid of excess water. For critically ill patients it is safer than dialysis.
Haemoglobin
Haemoglobin is a protein used by all vertebrates and some invertebrates for oxygen transport. In vertebrates it occurs in red blood cells (erythrocytes), giving them their colour. In the lungs or gills where the concentration of oxygen is high, oxygen attaches to haemoglobin to form oxyhaemoglobin. This process effectively increases the amount of oxygen that can be carried in the bloodstream. The oxygen is later released in the body tissues where it is at a low concentration, and the deoxygenated blood returned to the lungs or gills. Haemoglobin will combine also with carbon monoxide to form carboxyhaemoglobin, but in this case the reaction is irreversible.
Haemoglobin
Haemoglobin is the protein that carries oxygen in the blood.
Haemolymph
Haemolymph is the circulatory fluid of those molluscs and insects that have an 'open' circulatory system. Haemolymph contains water, amino acids, sugars, salts, and white cells like those of blood. The fluid is circulated by a pulsating heart. Its main functions are to transport digestive and excretory products around the body. In molluscs, it also transports oxygen and carbon dioxide.
Haemophilia
Haemophilia is several inherited diseases in which normal blood clotting is impaired. The sufferer experiences prolonged bleeding from the slightest wound, as well as painful internal bleeding without apparent cause.
Haemorrhoids
see "Varicose Veins"
Haemostasis
Haemostasis is natural or surgical stoppage of bleeding. In the natural mechanism, the damaged vessel contracts, restricting the flow, and blood platelets plug the opening, releasing chemicals essential to clotting.
Hallucinogen
An hallucinogen is a substance that acts on the central nervous system to produce changes in perception and mood and often hallucinations. Hallucinogens include LSD, peyote, and mescaline. Their effects are unpredictable and they are illegal in most countries. In some circumstances hallucinogens may produce panic or even suicidal feelings, which can recur without warning several days or months after taking the drug. In rare cases they produce an irreversible psychotic state mimicking schizophrenia. Spiritual or religious experiences are common, hence the ritual use of hallucinogens in some cultures. They work by chemical interference with the normal action of neurotransmitters in the brain.
Hallux
The hallux is the innermost of the five digits which normally compose the hind foot of a vertebrate. In humans the big toe, in a bird the hind toe.
Hamate bone
The hamate bone is one of the bones in the human wrist.
Haversian Canals
The Haversian Canals are a network of minute canals, which traverse the solid substance of bones and proceed from the central cavity. They convey nutrient vessels to all parts.
Heart
The heart is the muscle in vertebrates which pumps blood around the body.
Hepatitis
Hepatitis is an inflammatory disease of the liver.
Hiconcil
Hiconcil is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Hidramox
Hidramox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Hipen
Hipen is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Hormone
A hormone is a product of the endocrine glands.
Hosboral
Hosboral is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Hospital
A hospital is an institution for caring for the sick and injured. The name derives from House of God's Hospitality, and were founded by the church in obedience to the injunction to care for the sick. Not until the late Victorian era would doctors attend to sexually transmitted diseases, believing them to be punishments from God. A view still held by many religious people today, although now more commonly applied to "AIDS" than other STDs.
Hospital gangrene
see "Gangrene"
Humerus
The humerus is the long bone in the upper region of the human arm. It joins with the shoulder at the glenoid cavity.
Hydralazine Hydrochloride
Hydralazine hydrochloride is a drug used to reduce high blood pressure and to aid in relieving congestive heart failure. It has the possible side effects of: headaches, dizziness on changing position quickly, increased heart rate, angina, palpitations, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, decreased appetite, rash and weight gain.
Hydrochlorothiazide
Hydrochlorothiazide is an anti-hypertensive and diuretic drug used to controls, but not cure high, high blood pressure and reduce fluid retention (edema). It works by forcing sodium and water excretion, thereby reducing the body fluid.
Hydrocodone
Hydrocodone (Vicodin) is an orally ingested or injected powerful anti-tussive and central nervous system depressant and respiratory depressant. It is used in medicine to relieve cough and upper respiratory symptoms associated with allergies or colds.
Hydrocodone Bitartrate
Hydrocodone Bitartrate is a semi-synthetic narcotic analgesic and anti-tussive with multiple actions qualitatively similar to those of codeine. Most these involve the central nervous system and smooth muscle. The precise mechanism of action of hydrocodone and other opiates is not known, although it is believed to relate to the existence of opiate receptors in the central nervous system. In addition to analgesia, narcotics may produce drowsiness, changes in mood and mental clouding.
Hydromorphone hydrochloride
Hydromorphone hydrochloride (Dilaudid) is a drug used in medicine for the relief of moderate to severe pain. It is injected, orally ingested or inserted rectally, and causes respiratory depression and blocks pain messages to the brain as well as causing miosis.
Hypoglossal nerve
The hypoglossal nerve is a pair of cranial nerves responsible for the movements of the tongue.
Hypothalamus
The hypothalamus is the region of the human brain below the cerebrum which regulates rhythmic activity and physiological stability within the body, including water balance and temperature.
Ibiamox
Ibiamox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Ibuprofen
Ibuprofen is a drug used for the relief of the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis; mild to moderate pain and the treatment of primary dysmenorrhea.
Ikamoxil
Ikamoxil is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Ileum
The ileum is a continuation of the jejunum and opens into the colon.
Iliacus
The Iliacus is a muscle in the human thigh.
Imacillin
Imacillin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Imaxilin
Imaxilin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Imox
Imox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Imoxil
Imoxil is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Insulin
Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas and released into the bloodstream. It promotes the uptake of glucose from the blood by the body cells. A lack of insulin results in glucose being neither consumed as fuel nor adequately stored, but instead the glucose accumulates in the blood until it spills over into the urine. An excess of insulin dangerously decreases the amount of glucose in the blood.
Intercostal
Intercostal is a Latin term meaning 'between the ribs' and refers to muscles etc which are present between any two ribs.
Interferon
Interferons are proteins formed in the body it is thought in response to viruses and other agents, including some bacterial toxins, however, they're precise function is as yet still unproved.
Intermox
Intermox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Interossei
Interossei are muscles in the human hand and foot.
Intestine
The intestine is the convoluted membranous tube which extends from the stomach to the anus and which receives the ingested food from the stomach, mixes it with bile, pancreatic juice and intestinal secretions, gives origin to the chyle and delivers the indigestible products from the system.
Intestines
see "Intestine"
Irregular bones
In anatomy, irregular bones are bones which do not fit into any of the other bone types. They are comprised of a spongy substance enclosed within a thin layer of compact bone.
Isimoxin
Isimoxin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Isobutyl Nitrate
Isobutyl Nitrate is a drug very similar to amyl nitrate.
Isosorbide Dinitrate
Isosorbide Dinitrate is an anti-anginal drug used to reduce the frequency and severity of angina attacks.
Isosorbide Dinitrate
Isosorbide Dinitrate is a drug very similar to amyl nitrate.
Isoxsuprine
Isoxsuprine is a vasodilator drug used to improve poor blood circulation.
Izoltil
Izoltil is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Jejunum
The jejunum is the second part of the human small intestine. It is about 9 feet long.
Jerramcil
Jerramcil is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Joint
A joint is a structure where two bones meet.
Jugular vein
The jugular vein returns blood from the head to the heart in vertebrates.
Kamoxin
Kamoxin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Kidney
The kidney is a gland used for filtering urine from the blood.
King's evil
King's evil was a popular name for Scrofula.
Kymoxin
Kymoxin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
L-Thyroxine
L-Thyroxine is a brand name for Levothyroxine sodium.
Labrum
The labrum is the ventral lobe in the front of an insect's head which covers the mouth parts.
Lachrymal gland
The lachrymal gland is a gland beneath the upper eye lid which secretes tears which drain from the inner corner of the eye through the Lachrymal duct to the nose.
Lachrymation
Lachrymation is the anatomical term for the shedding of tears.
Lacteals
Lacteals are small lymphatic vessels which arise from the mucous membrane lining of the small bowel.
Lambdoidal suture
The lambdoidal suture is a fissure which divides the parietal bone from the occipital bone in the human skull.
Lamoxy
Lamoxy is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Lampas
Lampas is a horse disease with a swelling in the roof of the mouth.
Laparotomy
A laparotomy is a surgical incision through the abdominal walls into the abdominal cavity.
Larocilin
Larocilin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Larotid
Larotid is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Laryngoscope
The laryngoscope is an instrument consisting of a concave mirror, by which light is thrown upon a small plane mirror placed in the posterior part of the cavity of the mouth. It is used in the examination of the vocal cords and the interior of the larynx. The laryngoscope was invented by Manuel Garcia in 1855.
Larynx
The larynx is a cavity at the top of the trachea containing the vocal cords.
Lassa fever
Lassa fever is an incurable fever caused by a virus carried by a species of rat found in west Africa.
Leprosy
Leprosy is a disease of the skin characterised by the formation of nodules or tubercles in the skin. There are variations, one causes the loss of bones which results in mutilation of the limbs.
Leukocyte
Leukocytes is the anatomical term for colourless corpuscles. (White blood cells).
Leukocytes
Leukocytes (white blood cells) are colourless bodies, larger than red blood cells. There are several types of leukocytes the purpose of which is not clear, however, one type, the neutrophils, act as scavengers engulfing and destroying invading bacteria. Another type, the basophils inhibit the clotting of the blood.
Levaxin
Levaxin is a brand name for Levothyroxine sodium.
Levo-T
Levo-T is a brand name for Levothyroxine sodium.
Levothroid
Levothroid is a brand name for Levothyroxine sodium.
Levothyrox
Levothyrox is a brand name for Levothyroxine sodium.
Levothyroxine Sodium
Levothyroxine sodium is a synthetic crystalline levothyroxine sodium (L-thyroxine). L-thyroxine is the principal hormone secreted by the normal thyroid gland. Chemically, L-thyroxine is designated as L-tyrosine, O-(4-hydroxy-3, 5-diiodophenyl) - 3,5-diiodo -, monosodium salt, hydrate. It is used in replacement or supplemental therapy in patients of any age or state (including pregnancy) with hypothyroidism of any aetiology except transient hypothyroidism during the recovery phase of sub-acute thyroiditis: primary hypothyroidism resulting from thyroid dysfunction, primary atrophy, or partial or total absence of the thyroid gland, or from the effects of surgery, radiation or drugs, with or without the presence of goitre, including sub-clinical hypothyroidism; secondary (pituitary) hypothyroidism; and tertiary (hypothalamic) hypothyroidism.
Levotirox
Levotirox is a brand name for Levothyroxine sodium.
Levotrix
Levotrix is a brand name for Levothyroxine sodium.
Levoxyl
Levoxyl is a brand name for Levothyroxine sodium.
Levsin-PB
see "Phenobarbital"
Limox
Limox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Lip
The lips are the fleshy edges of the opening of the mouth.
Liver
The liver is the largest gland in the human body. The liver has three functions: it secretes bile, stores glycogen and converts waste products into urea and uric acid for excretion.
Long bones
In human anatomy, long bones are found in the limbs where they form levers. They have a hollow shaft.
Longus capitis
The longus capitis is the human muscle which flexes the head.
Longus cervicis
The longus cervicis is the human muscle which bends the cervical portion of the vertebral column forwards.
Lopressor
Lopressor is a brand name for Metoprolol tartrate.
Lsd
Lysergic acid diethylamide (lsd) is an hallucinogen illegal drug.
Lufyllin-EPG
see "Phenobarbital"
Lumbago
Lumbago is pain in the lower part of the back.
Lumbar vertebrae
In human anatomy, the lumbar vertebrae are the 5 vertebrae following the thoracic vertebrae.
Lumbricals
The Lumbricals are muscles in the human fingers used in writing etc.
Lunate bone
The lunate bone is one of the bones in the human wrist.
Lungs
The lungs are organs used for respiration.
Lustral
Lustral is a brand name for sertaline.
Magnesium Trisilicate
Magnesium Trisilicate is a fine, white, odourless, tasteless powder used in industry as an odour absorber and as a decolouriser. It is used in medicine as an antacid.
Majorpen
Majorpen is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Mal de mer
Mal de mer is French for sea sickness.
Malaria
Malaria is an intermittent and remittent fever caused by the micro-organism Pasmodium and transmitted by the bite of the Anopheles mosquito.
Malleus
The malleus is a small bone in the middle ear which transmits sound vibrations from the tympanum to the incus.
Mandible
In human anatomy, the mandible is the bone at the front and bottom of the skull (lower jaw).
Masseter
The masseter is the human muscle which moves the mandible for chewing.
Matasedrin
Matasedrin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Maxcil
Maxcil is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Maxibolin
Maxibolin is an anabolic steroid. It causes increased protein synthesis and amino acid consumption, androgensisis, catabolism, and gluticocototitosis. It is used for sports performance enhancement, relief and recovery from common injuries, rehabilitation, weight control, anti-insomnia, and regulation of sexuality, aggression, and cognition.
Maxilla
The maxilla is the bone comprising the upper jaw in the human skull.
Maxillae
The maxillae form the upper jaw of the human skull.
Maxillary artery
In human anatomy, the maxillary artery is the larger terminal branch of the external cartoid artery. It rises behind the neck of the mandible and is at first imbedded in the partoid gland. It passes forwards between the neck of the mandible and the sphenomandibular ligament and then to the Lateral pterygoid and enters the pterygopalatine fossa between the two heads of that muscle.
Meclofenamate
Meclofenamate is an anti-inflammatory drug used to treat joint pain, stiffness, inflammation and swelling of arthritis and gout.
Medimox
Medimox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Meixil
Meixil is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Mentalis
The mentalis is a muscle in the human face, it raises and protrudes the lower lip and wrinkles the skin of the chin.
Mentum
In anatomy, the mentum is the anterior and inferior mandible of the lower jaw.
Meperidine hydrochloride
Meperidine hydrochloride (Demerol hydrochloride) is a powerful blocker of pain messages to the brain. It is used in medicine as a relief of moderate to severe pain and as a pre-operative medication. It is injected or orally ingested.
Mercuric Chloride
Mercuric Chloride (Corrosive Sublimate) is a compound (HgCl2) used medicinally as an antiseptic and as an astringent. It is extremely poisonous.
Metacarpal
see "Metacarpus"
Metacarpus
The metacarpus are the five bones of the human palm.
Metaphase
Metaphase is the 2nd stage of mitosis cell reproduction. The chromosomes have become irregular V shaped and arrange themselves around the equator.
Metatarsal
see "Metatarsus"
Metatarsus
The metatarsus are the 5 bones in the anterior part of the human foot. They are between the tarsus and the phalanges.
Methaqualone
Methaqualone (Mequin, Parest, Quaalude, Rouqualone-300, Sopor, Torinal, Tuazole, Tuazolone) is a depressive drug which is orally ingested, injected, sniffed or smoked to decrease anxiety and tension.
Methatriol
Methatriol is an anabolic steroid. It causes increased protein synthesis and amino acid consumption, androgensisis, catabolism, and gluticocototitosis. It is used for sports performance enhancement, relief and recovery from common injuries, rehabilitation, weight control, anti-insomnia, and regulation of sexuality, aggression, and cognition.
Methyl-guanidine-acetic acid
Methyl-guanidine-acetic acid (Creatine) is a naturally occurring amino-acid found in meat juices.
Methyldopa
Methyldopa is a drug used for long lasting mild to severe high blood pressure. It has the possible side effects of: sedation, headache, weakness, dizziness, decreased mental acuity, depression, nightmares, decreased heart rate, swelling, weight gain, dry mouth, nasal stuffiness, diarrhoea, skin rash and drug-induced fever.
Methyltestoterone
Methyltestoterone is an anabolic steroid. It causes increased protein synthesis and amino acid consumption, androgensisis, catabolism, and gluticocototitosis. It is used for sports performance enhancement, relief and recovery from common injuries, rehabilitation, weight control, anti-insomnia, and regulation of sexuality, aggression, and cognition.
Methysergide
Methysergide is a vasoconstrictor drug used to prevent migraine and other recurring vascular headaches. It works by blocking the action of serotonin, a chemical that constricts blood vessels.
Metoprolol Tartrate
Metoprolol tartrate is a drug used to reduce high blood pressure. It has the possible side effects of: fatigue, lethargy, decreased heart rate, low blood pressure, congestive heart failure, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, rash and fever.
Miliary Fever
see "Sweating Sickness"
Miosis
Miosis is constriction of the pupil.
Mitosis
Mitosis is cell reproduction by indirect division. It is the common method of division in the higher animals. It is characterised by a series of complex changes in the nucleus leading to its subdivision. The process takes between 30 minutes and a few hours, and is comprised of 4 stages: prophase, metaphase, anaphase and Telophase.
Monoamine
A monoamine is a biogenic amine neurotransmitter with a single amino group.
Mopen
Mopen is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Morgenxil
Morgenxil is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Morphine
Morphine is an opium alkaloid used to treat severe pain.
Morphine sulphate
Morphine sulphate (Astramorph, Duramorph, MS Contin, MSIR, Roxanol SR, Roxanol 100, RMS) blocks pain messages to the brain and spinal cord. It is a respiratory depressive and causes miosis. It is injected, or administered orally in a suspension to relieve moderate to severe acute and chronic pain and to facilitate the induction of anaesthesia.
Mox
Mox is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Moxacin
Moxacin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Moxaline
Moxaline is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Moxarin
Moxarin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Moxcil
Moxcil is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Moxilen
Moxilen is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Moxlin
Moxlin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Moxylin
Moxylin is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Moxypen
Moxypen is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
Moxyvit
Moxyvit is a brand name for Amoxicillin.
MS Contin
MS Contin is a tradename for morphine sulphate.
MSIR
MSIR is a tradename for morphine sulphate.
Mucin
Mucin is a protein and the principal constituent of mucus.
Mucous
Mucous is a term for surfaces which secret or are covered with mucus.
Mucus
Mucus is a thick fluid secreted by mucus membranes in animals. It acts as a protective barrier, lubricant and a carrier of enzymes.
Mumps
Mumps is an infectious disease which attacks the young and consists of a painful inflammation of the salivary glands with swelling along the neck.
Mycetoma
Mycetoma is a painless swelling caused by infection from Eumycetes becoming matted together with soft body tissues. The fungus often enters the body with a thorn, and legions are common on the legs and feet giving rise to its popular name of Madura Foot.
Myckle ail
Myckle ail is the old English name for leprosy.
Myopia
Myopia, (short-sightedness), is a visual defect that causes blurred distance vision. Except in extreme cases, near vision remains clear. In most myopic people, the eyeball is longer than normal from front to back. As a result, light rays from a distant object meet in front of the retina.
Myxoedema
Myxoedema is a thyroid deficiency.
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