Category: M

One of two arteries, the superior and inferior mesenteric arteries, which supply the small intestine or the transverse colon and rectum.  

Referring to the mesentery. Pertaining to middle intestine attachment to the jejunum and iliac, the middle parts of the small intestine.  

Inflammation of the media of an artery. Inflammation of the middle layer (media) of an artery, which is often combined with inflammation in all layers of the artery wall. It is seen in syphilis, polyarteritis, temporal arteritis, and Buerger’s disease. An alkaloid present in mescal buttons (the dried tops of the Mexican cactus Lopbophora williamsii)…

Inflammation of the middle layer (media) of the wall of the aorta, generally the result of late  syphilis. Aneurysm formation may result. The infection can be eradicated with penicillin.  

Poisoning by drinking mercury or mercury compounds or by inhaling mercury vapour. Toxic condition caused by the ingestion or inhalation of mercury or mercury-containing products (e.g., fungicides and certain pigments); contamination of waters with industrial wastes containing mercury has led to contaminated fish and seafood in some areas. Acute poisoning causes a metallic taste in…

A red antiseptic solution.  

Pain in the top of the thigh caused by a pinched nerve.  

Impregnated with menthol.  

A strongly scented compound, produced from peppermint oil, used in cough medicines and in the treatment of neuralgia. An alcohol obtained from oil of peppermint or other mint oils. Menthol may be prepared synthetically. It occurs in crystalline form. When applied to the skin in a 0.25% to 2% solution, it is an antipruritic. An…

A former term for mental impairment.