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Epistaxis
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EpistaxisNosebleed.
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Episclera
A thin membrane that covers the sclera (the white of the eye).
Episcleritis
Inflammation of the episclera, a thin membrane that covers the sclera (the white of the eye). Episcleritis is typically benign, easily treated with topical antiinflammatory drops, and usually soon resolved.
Episcopal Hospital School-Nursing
The Episcopal Hospital School-Nursing is a hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States.
Episiotomy
Incision made in the skin between the vagina and anus to enlarge the vaginal opening and facilitate childbirth.
Epispadias
Congenital (at birth) malformation in which the opening of the urethra (from whence comes the urinary stream) is on the dorsum (topside) of the penis. Hypospadias is the corresponding malformation in which the opening of the urethra is on the ventral surface (underside) of the penis.
Epistaxis, treatment of
To stop epistaxis (a nosebleed), you should: 1. Pinch all the soft parts of the nose together between your thumb and index finger. 2. Press firmly toward the face - compressing the pinched parts of the nose against the bones of the face. 3. Hold the nose for at least 5 minutes (timed by the clock). Repeat as necessary until the nose has stopped bleeding. 4. Sit quietly, keeping the head higher than the level of the heart; that is, sit up or lie with the head elevated. Do not lay flat or put your head between your legs. 5. Apply ice (crushed in a plastic bag or washcloth) to nose and cheeks.
Epistemic
Cognitive. Pertaining to cognition, the process of knowing and, more precisely, the process of being aware, knowing, thinking, learning and judging.
Epistemology
The branch of philosophy that investigates the origin, nature, methods, and limits of human knowing.
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ENT
The medical specialty of the ear, nose and throat.
Enuresis
Bedwetting.
Epidermis
The outermost layer of skin.
Epididymis
The elongated structure behind each testicle where sperm are stored.
Epiglottis
The flap of cartilage at the base of the tongue that closes the trachea during swallowing to keep food or liquids from entering the airway.
Epistaxis
Erysipelas
A febrile (fever-associated) skin infection caused by a group A hemolytic streptococci.
Erythema
Redness of the skin.
Erythema multiforme
An eruption of flat or raised spots of skin as a result of hypersensitivity to certain drugs or allergies.
Eustachian tube
The narrow tube connecting the nose and middle ear to allow air pressure in the middle ear to equalize with the outside environment.
Exacerbate
Cause something to increase in severity. To make more intense, irritate.
SIMILAR TERMS--------------------------------------
Episclera
A thin membrane that covers the sclera (the white of the eye).
Episcleritis
Inflammation of the episclera, a thin membrane that covers the sclera (the white of the eye). Episcleritis is typically benign, easily treated with topical antiinflammatory drops, and usually soon resolved.
Episcopal Hospital School-Nursing
The Episcopal Hospital School-Nursing is a hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States.
Episiotomy
Incision made in the skin between the vagina and anus to enlarge the vaginal opening and facilitate childbirth.
Epispadias
Congenital (at birth) malformation in which the opening of the urethra (from whence comes the urinary stream) is on the dorsum (topside) of the penis. Hypospadias is the corresponding malformation in which the opening of the urethra is on the ventral surface (underside) of the penis.
Epistaxis, treatment of
To stop epistaxis (a nosebleed), you should: 1. Pinch all the soft parts of the nose together between your thumb and index finger. 2. Press firmly toward the face - compressing the pinched parts of the nose against the bones of the face. 3. Hold the nose for at least 5 minutes (timed by the clock). Repeat as necessary until the nose has stopped bleeding. 4. Sit quietly, keeping the head higher than the level of the heart; that is, sit up or lie with the head elevated. Do not lay flat or put your head between your legs. 5. Apply ice (crushed in a plastic bag or washcloth) to nose and cheeks.
Epistemic
Cognitive. Pertaining to cognition, the process of knowing and, more precisely, the process of being aware, knowing, thinking, learning and judging.
Epistemology
The branch of philosophy that investigates the origin, nature, methods, and limits of human knowing.
PREVIOUS AND NEXT TERMS--------------------------------------
ENT
The medical specialty of the ear, nose and throat.
Enuresis
Bedwetting.
Epidermis
The outermost layer of skin.
Epididymis
The elongated structure behind each testicle where sperm are stored.
Epiglottis
The flap of cartilage at the base of the tongue that closes the trachea during swallowing to keep food or liquids from entering the airway.
Epistaxis
Erysipelas
A febrile (fever-associated) skin infection caused by a group A hemolytic streptococci.
Erythema
Redness of the skin.
Erythema multiforme
An eruption of flat or raised spots of skin as a result of hypersensitivity to certain drugs or allergies.
Eustachian tube
The narrow tube connecting the nose and middle ear to allow air pressure in the middle ear to equalize with the outside environment.
Exacerbate
Cause something to increase in severity. To make more intense, irritate.
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