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Sensory inattention
In the field of neurology, which focuses on nervous system disorders, the term refers to the inability to acknowledge a touch-based stimulus (like a pinprick) on one side of the body, even while exhibiting normal responses to a concurrent stimulus on the other side. This can also be accompanied by visual inattention, defined as a…
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Egg implantation
Implantation refers to the process where a fertilized egg, or ovum, attaches itself to the uterus wall. This typically takes place about six days post-fertilization when the blastocyst, or early stage embryo, comes in contact with the wall of the uterus. As the embryonic cells continue to divide, the outer cell layer invades the uterine…
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Immunosuppressant drugs
Immunosuppressants are a class of drugs designed to lessen the activity of the immune system. They are often administered to prevent the rejection of donor tissues following transplant surgery. Furthermore, these drugs are used to decelerate the progression of autoimmune diseases, like rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus. These drugs operate by curtailing the production…
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Immunostimulant drugs
Immunostimulants are a category of drugs designed to enhance the body’s immune system’s efficacy. This group of drugs includes vaccines, interferon, and aldesleukin (also known as interleukin-2). Interferon alfa is typically used to manage chronic viral infections like hepatitis C. Interferon beta, on the other hand, is employed in the treatment of certain types of…
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Immunoglobulin injection
The process of administering prepared immunoglobulins (antibodies) to prevent or treat infectious diseases is known as passive immunization. These preparations, also referred to as immune globulin or gamma-globulin injections, function by transferring antibodies that are collected from the blood of individuals who have previously encountered these diseases. These injections are primarily used to prevent infectious…
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Immunodeficiency disorders
Immunodeficiency disorders refer to conditions where the immune system fails to effectively combat infections and tumors. These disorders can be caused by inherited or congenital defects or may result from acquired diseases. As a consequence, affected individuals experience persistent or recurring infections, often with organisms that would not typically cause disease, and an increased vulnerability…
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Imigran
Imigran is a trademarked medication containing sumatriptan, a serotonin agonist drug used for the treatment of migraine or cluster headaches. It is available in various forms, such as tablets, injection, and nasal spray.
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Imidazole drugs
This is a distinct category of antifungal medications utilized to treat fungal infections like candidiasis (vaginal thrush) and tinea (ringworm).
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Imdur
This is a trademarked slow-release medication containing isosorbide mononitrate, which is used in the treatment of angina pectoris. Angina pectoris refers to chest pain caused by an insufficient blood supply to the heart.
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Inflammation ileus
Paralytic ileus is a disorder characterized by abnormal intestinal muscle contractions, leading to the inability of intestinal contents to pass out of the body. It is typically a temporary condition and often occurs after abdominal surgery. It can also be triggered by severe abdominal injury, peritonitis (inflammation of the abdominal lining), acute pancreatitis (inflammation of…
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