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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…
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Pain relief
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…
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Pain receptor
A nerve ending which is sensitive to pain.
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Pain pathway
A series of linking nerve fibres and neurones which carry impulses of pain from the site to the sensory cortex.
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Painless
Not causing pain.
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Painkiller
A drug that reduces pain.
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Painful
Causing pain.
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Pain clinic
A centre which looks after people with severe persistent pain and whose staff include professionals from many specialist areas of medicine.
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Paediatrics
The study of children, their development and diseases. Paediatrics means the branch of medicine dealing with diseases of children. The medical specialty focused on the growth of children and the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases and conditions during childhood.
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Paediatrician
A doctor who specialises in the treatment of diseases of children. A medical specialist skilled in the care of children’s health and diseases.
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