Category: P

Referring to the palate. One of the bones forming the posterior part of the hard palate and lateral nasal wall between the interior pterygoid plate of the sphenoid bone and maxilla.  

One of two bones which form part of the hard palate, the orbits of the eyes and the cavity behind the nose.  

Referring to the palate.  

A form of lead poisoning caused, especially formerly, by working with paint.  

A coloured antiseptic, analgesic or astringent liquid which is put on the surface of the body. To apply a medicated solution (e.g., antiseptic or germicide) to the skin. A liquid preparation that is applied to the skin or mucous membranes. Paints usually contain antiseptics, astringents, caustics, or analgesics. A solution of medication for application to…

The act of easing pain by using analgesics. The management of pain often involves analgesic medications. Commonly used drugs include paracetamol, aspirin, and codeine. If pain is associated with inflammation, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can be effective. Intense pain might necessitate the use of opioids, like morphine. For nerve pain conditions, such as trigeminal neuralgia…

A nerve ending which is sensitive to pain.  

A series of linking nerve fibres and neurones which carry impulses of pain from the site to the sensory cortex.  

Not causing pain.