Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Sleeping drug
Sleeping drugs, a category of medications utilized to address insomnia, encompass benzodiazepines, antihistamines (commonly available without a prescription), antidepressants, and chloral hydrate. These substances induce sleep by diminishing the activity of nerve cells within the brain. Sleeping medications should be consumed at the lowest efficient dosage and for the briefest duration possible. Typically, they should…
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Slapped cheek syndrome
“Slapped cheek syndrome,” an alternate term for fifth disease, is an infection triggered by erythrovirus. This condition is characterized primarily by the appearance of redness on the cheeks.
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Skull X-ray
A method used to obtain images of the skull involves taking X-rays. In instances of head injuries, these X-rays are utilized to identify fractures or foreign objects, as well as to assess conditions that impact the bones of the skull.
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Fracture of skull
A fracture can develop in one or multiple bones of the skull due to a head injury. In the majority of skull fractures, no complications arise. Yet, in cases of significant trauma, the fractured bones could shift from their original positions. When this occurs, fragments of bone might damage blood vessels within the meninges—the protective…
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Skin tumour
A formation that appears on or within the skin, which can be either malignant or benign. Common benign types include keratoses and squamous papillomas, while others include sebaceous cysts, cutaneous horns, keratoacanthomas, and haemangiomas.
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Chemical skin peeling
A cosmetic treatment aimed at eliminating acne scars, freckles, fine lines, or other skin imperfections. The process entails the use of a strong, caustic paste to shed the external layers of the skin.
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Skin flap
A surgical method where a segment of skin, along with underlying tissue and sometimes muscle, is relocated to cover an area that has lost or suffered damage to its skin and tissue due to injury, illness, or surgical procedures. Unlike a skin graft, a skin flap maintains its own blood circulation. These flaps can be…
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Partial sight
Diminished vision that falls short of complete blindness. Partial eyesight can encompass reduced visual clarity and/or a limited field of vision.
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Sicca syndrome
Manifesting in Sjögren’s syndrome, there is a presence of dryness in the eyes, mouth, and other mucous membranes (like the vaginal lining). This dryness results from the damage to exocrine glands responsible for producing tears, saliva, and sweat.
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Short wave diathermy
The method of applying high-frequency electric currents to the body for the purpose of alleviating pain is known as diathermy. This current creates an electromagnetic field that generates profound heat within the tissues. Short-wave diathermy finds application in treating specific soft-tissue injuries, joint disorders like osteoarthritis, and inflammatory conditions including sinusitis and chronic pelvic inflammatory…
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