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Calf muscles
The muscles that extend from the back of the knee to the heel are known as the calf muscles. Among them, the gastrocnemius muscle originates behind the knee and comprises the prominent bulk of the calf. Just beneath it lies the soleus muscle, which initiates at the back of the tibia (shin). These two muscles…
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Calcipotriol
A vitamin D derivative employed in the form of topical treatments to address the skin condition known as psoriasis.
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Calcaneal bursitis
Bursitis, the inflammation of the bursa, a fluid-filled pad that cushions the calcaneus (heel bone) and prevents friction at the back of the heel, leads to pain and swelling. However, this condition typically resolves with rest and the use of anti-inflammatory medications. Adequate rest allows the bursa to heal, while anti-inflammatory drugs help alleviate pain…
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Buzzer and pad system
A bedwetting treatment device involves the utilization of a moisture-sensing pad positioned on the bed. This pad is designed to detect moisture, specifically urine, and is connected to a buzzer. When the pad becomes wet, signaling the presence of urine, the buzzer is activated, alerting the individual. By waking up promptly upon detecting urine and…
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Buserelin
A synthetic variant of the hormone gonadorelin is employed for the treatment of various medical conditions, including endometriosis (a condition affecting the uterine lining), infertility, and prostate cancer. This synthetic form of gonadorelin proves beneficial in managing these specific health conditions.
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Bull-neck
Cervical lymphadenopathy refers to the swelling of the neck resulting from severely enlarged lymph glands. This condition is commonly associated with infections affecting the tonsils and throat.
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Bulk-forming agent
Bulk-forming agents, a type of medication used for managing diarrhea, function by absorbing water, which in turn reduces the liquidity of stools. Interestingly, these agents are also employed as laxatives, as they work by softening the feces and increasing their volume, thereby promoting bowel movement.
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Building-related illnesses
Building-related illness is an alternative term used to describe the cluster of symptoms referred to as sick building syndrome.
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Bronze diabete
The term “bronzed diabetes” was previously used to describe haemochromatosis, a rare genetic disorder characterized by the excessive accumulation of iron in tissues. This condition leads to the deposition of abnormally high levels of iron throughout the body. Bronze diabetes, also known as haemochromatosis, is an infrequent hereditary condition characterized by the excessive accumulation of…
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Bronchodilator drugs
Bronchodilators are medications that expand the bronchioles, which are the small airways within the lungs, with the aim of enhancing airflow and promoting better breathing. They are particularly employed in the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), conditions characterized by inflammation and damage to the lungs. There exist three primary categories of…
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