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Paresis
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Paresis It is only an impairment of the action of a muscle or a group of muscles (not a total loss of function).
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Impairment
A defect in organ function or whole body system, which may be temporary or permanent (eg. hemiplegia).
Muscle
Tissue made up of bundles of long, slender cells that contract when stimulated.
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Paredrine
Paredrine is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): hydroxyamphetamine hydrobromide.
Paremyd
Paremyd is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): hydroxyamphetamine hydrobromide; tropicamide.
Parenchyma
The essential or functional elements of an organ.
Parenteral
Inside the body, but outside the intestines.
Paresthesia
An abnormal sensation of burning or prickling on the skin, caused by a disorder of the nervous system.
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Penis
The male sex organ, which consists of a head called glans, and the shaft or body. At the tip of the glans is the urethral opening, through which urine and semen leave the body. The shaft or the body of the penis is made of spongy tissue and blood vessels. And it fills with blood an grows in size (becomes erect) during sexual excitement.
Penis enlargement treatment
Treatments aimed at increasing penile length or girth also known as penile augmentation. They can be either non-surgical treatment or surgical treatments.
Phentermine
A sympathomimetic amine used in attack preparations as a vasoconstrictor and bronchodilator, usually in combination with an antihistamine drug. An appetite suppressant that disrupts the transmission of signals from the neurotransmitters and is used in the management of obesity.
Pyelonephritis
Infection of the kidneys. A severe infection favoured by a slowing in the flow of urine (urinary stasis) between the kidney and bladder, through a long duct called the urethra. This stasis is naturally increased by pregnancy (atonicity of ducts), but the absence of any blockage in the urinary tract or reflex from the bladder and urethras (vesicourethral reflux) should be ascertained.
Panic disorder
Panic disorder is a condition in which persons experience sudden, severe attacks of anxiety. Symptoms consist of heart palpitations, shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, upset stomach and fear of dying or losing control. Some patients have such attacks only occasionally, while others may have several attacks a day. Since the attacks are very frightening, many patients start to avoid situations in which the attacks have occurred, such as driving on an expressway or over bridges, shopping in large department stores or malls, etc. Agoraphobia is the term for such avoidance, which in severe cases can lead to being completely housebound.
Paresis
Paraplegia
Paraplegiai nvolves a loss of sensation and movement in the legs and in part or all of the trunk. This varies according to the level of the injury. Generally, the lower the injury, the less the loss of movement and sensation. Paraplegia usually results from an injury to the spinal cord in the mid and lower back.
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
A syndrome caused by re-experiencing traumatic events while being unaware of or unresponsive to current events or, in other words, a "flashback." A child may experience sleeping problems, nightmares, intrusive thoughts, have difficulty concentrating, self-destructive behavior, hyperactivity or anxiety/panic disorder. Therapy is crucial in managing PTSD.
Presbyopia
The eye's gradually decreasing ability to focus on nearby objects. Presbyopia is a normal part of aging and affects virtually everyone, usually becoming noticeable after age 40. People with presbyopia typically hold reading materials at arm's length in order to bring the words into focus. They may experience headaches or eyestrain while reading, viewing a computer screen, or doing close work. Presbyopia can be corrected with reading glasses, bifocal or variable focus lenses, or contact lenses. Using bright, direct light when reading is also helpful.
Psychomotor attack
A form of epilepsy characterized by periodic behaviour disturbances such as chewing and lip smacking, staring and confusion. In some patients, picking at their clothes, or rubbing their hands or legs may occur. Although a psychomotor seizure may present a strange picture, the person experiencing it is usually unaware of the situation.
Phobia
An anxiety disorder that is characterized by an intense and, at least on the surface, irrational fear.
RELATED TERMS--------------------------------------
Impairment
A defect in organ function or whole body system, which may be temporary or permanent (eg. hemiplegia).
Muscle
Tissue made up of bundles of long, slender cells that contract when stimulated.
SIMILAR TERMS--------------------------------------
Paredrine
Paredrine is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): hydroxyamphetamine hydrobromide.
Paremyd
Paremyd is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): hydroxyamphetamine hydrobromide; tropicamide.
Parenchyma
The essential or functional elements of an organ.
Parenteral
Inside the body, but outside the intestines.
Paresthesia
An abnormal sensation of burning or prickling on the skin, caused by a disorder of the nervous system.
PREVIOUS AND NEXT TERMS--------------------------------------
Penis
The male sex organ, which consists of a head called glans, and the shaft or body. At the tip of the glans is the urethral opening, through which urine and semen leave the body. The shaft or the body of the penis is made of spongy tissue and blood vessels. And it fills with blood an grows in size (becomes erect) during sexual excitement.
Penis enlargement treatment
Treatments aimed at increasing penile length or girth also known as penile augmentation. They can be either non-surgical treatment or surgical treatments.
Phentermine
A sympathomimetic amine used in attack preparations as a vasoconstrictor and bronchodilator, usually in combination with an antihistamine drug. An appetite suppressant that disrupts the transmission of signals from the neurotransmitters and is used in the management of obesity.
Pyelonephritis
Infection of the kidneys. A severe infection favoured by a slowing in the flow of urine (urinary stasis) between the kidney and bladder, through a long duct called the urethra. This stasis is naturally increased by pregnancy (atonicity of ducts), but the absence of any blockage in the urinary tract or reflex from the bladder and urethras (vesicourethral reflux) should be ascertained.
Panic disorder
Panic disorder is a condition in which persons experience sudden, severe attacks of anxiety. Symptoms consist of heart palpitations, shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, upset stomach and fear of dying or losing control. Some patients have such attacks only occasionally, while others may have several attacks a day. Since the attacks are very frightening, many patients start to avoid situations in which the attacks have occurred, such as driving on an expressway or over bridges, shopping in large department stores or malls, etc. Agoraphobia is the term for such avoidance, which in severe cases can lead to being completely housebound.
Paresis
Paraplegia
Paraplegiai nvolves a loss of sensation and movement in the legs and in part or all of the trunk. This varies according to the level of the injury. Generally, the lower the injury, the less the loss of movement and sensation. Paraplegia usually results from an injury to the spinal cord in the mid and lower back.
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
A syndrome caused by re-experiencing traumatic events while being unaware of or unresponsive to current events or, in other words, a "flashback." A child may experience sleeping problems, nightmares, intrusive thoughts, have difficulty concentrating, self-destructive behavior, hyperactivity or anxiety/panic disorder. Therapy is crucial in managing PTSD.
Presbyopia
The eye's gradually decreasing ability to focus on nearby objects. Presbyopia is a normal part of aging and affects virtually everyone, usually becoming noticeable after age 40. People with presbyopia typically hold reading materials at arm's length in order to bring the words into focus. They may experience headaches or eyestrain while reading, viewing a computer screen, or doing close work. Presbyopia can be corrected with reading glasses, bifocal or variable focus lenses, or contact lenses. Using bright, direct light when reading is also helpful.
Psychomotor attack
A form of epilepsy characterized by periodic behaviour disturbances such as chewing and lip smacking, staring and confusion. In some patients, picking at their clothes, or rubbing their hands or legs may occur. Although a psychomotor seizure may present a strange picture, the person experiencing it is usually unaware of the situation.
Phobia
An anxiety disorder that is characterized by an intense and, at least on the surface, irrational fear.
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