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Welder’s eye
Welder’s eye, also referred to as arc eye, acute conjunctivitis, and keratopathy (corneal damage), occurs due to exposure to intense ultraviolet light emitted by an electric welding arc. This condition develops when proper eye protection is not worn during welding activities.
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Weight reduction
Weight loss is the procedure of shedding surplus body fat. Individuals who are significantly overweight, a condition known as obesity, face a heightened risk of developing various health problems like diabetes mellitus, hypertension (high blood pressure), and heart disease. Consequently, embarking on a weight loss program is a wise step to mitigate the risk of…
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Wax bath
Paraffin therapy, a form of heat treatment, involves applying hot liquid wax to a specific area of the body to alleviate pain and reduce stiffness, especially in inflamed or injured joints. Wax baths are often employed for treating the hands of individuals dealing with rheumatoid arthritis.
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Water on the knee
A widely used expression for the buildup of fluid in or around the knee joint is “water on the knee.” This condition is frequently associated with bursitis, which is the inflammation of a bursa – a fluid-filled sac that serves to cushion pressure points in the body.
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Vulval itching
Medically referred to as pruritus vulvae, vulval itching can be due to various localized issues such as infections like candidiasis, infestations like pubic lice, or abnormal skin changes like leukoplakia or even cancer. It can also occur due to generalized itching conditions or skin disorders like dermatitis and psoriasis. Allergic reactions to chemicals in spermicides…
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Vitreous haemorrhage
Blood leakage into the vitreous humor, the jelly-like material filling the eye’s main chamber, is known as vitreous hemorrhage. A frequent reason for this condition is diabetic retinopathy, where delicate new blood vessels grow on the retina. This hemorrhage typically impairs vision, and in severe cases, the disruption to vision persists until the blood is…
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Loss of vision
The lack of visual perception. The decline in vision can occur gradually or abruptly, and its duration may vary, ranging from temporary to permanent, contingent on the underlying reasons. Visual impairment can impact a single eye or both eyes and might lead to total blindness or exclusively affect peripheral or central vision. The decline in…
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Venomous bites and stings
The introduction of venom into a living organism by certain animals through their mouthparts (bites) or other specialized injecting structures (stings). Venoms are frequently employed as a deterrent against predators and can also serve to incapacitate or fatally harm prey. Instances of venomous animals attacking humans are infrequent unless provoked or disrupted. There are specialized…
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Disorders of vein
Frequently encountered vein-related conditions encompass varicose veins, characterized by the enlargement, distortion, or twisting of the affected vein. Deep vein thrombosis is another disorder, involving the formation of a blood clot within a vein deep in the leg. Additionally, thrombophlebitis, a condition marked by inflammation and clot formation within a vein, is also noteworthy.
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Vasodilator drug
Vasodilators are a category of medications designed to expand blood vessels. This group includes ACE inhibitors, alpha-blockers, calcium channel blockers, and nitrates. These drugs are often prescribed for conditions where the abnormal constriction of blood vessels restricts blood flow, thereby limiting oxygen supply to tissues. Such conditions include angina pectoris and peripheral vascular disease. Vasodilators…
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