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Comprises details on greater than 1,600 scientific problems and ideas. each one article contains in-depth dialogue of motives, signs, prognosis, remedies, approaches, and different comparable subject matters. Written for a basic viewers with an authoritative tone.

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However, if permanent damage has resulted in chronic renal failure, lifelong dialysis or a kidney transplant may be required. Prevention Exposure to nephrotoxins can be minimized several different ways. When taking antibiotics or analgesics, recommended dosages should be strictly followed. Also, elderly patients on these medications (for example, those taking aspirin for heart problems or NSAIDs for arthritis) should be closely monitored to prevent accidental over2338 Neuralgia Definition Neuralgia is defined as an intense burning or stabbing pain caused by irritation of or damage to a nerve.

5 Mar. htm>. Maureen Haggerty Nberg disease see Osteopetroses NCV see Electromyography Near-drowning Definition Near-drowning is the term for survival after suffocation caused by submersion in water or another fluid. Some experts exclude from this definition cases of temporary survival that end in death within 24 hours, which they prefer to classify as drownings. • the back of the jawbone • the webbing between the thumb and index finger • the top of the foot • the inside of the wrist • the base of the rib cage Chamomile (Matricaria recutita) or lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) tea may relieve symptoms.

An ambulance or emergency response number should be called immediately if: • diabetic shock is suspected • nausea and vomiting continue after other symptoms of viral infection have subsided alcohol. It can be due to stress, medication, or illness. Morning sickness is a consequence of pregnancy-related hormone changes. Motion sickness can be induced by traveling in a vehicle, plane, or on a boat. Many patients experience nausea after eating spoiled food or foods to which they are allergic. Patients who suffer migraine headache often experience nausea.

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