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Stricture
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Stricture The abnormal narrowing of a body opening. Also called stenosis. See also esophageal stricture and pyloric stenosis.
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Abnormal
Not normal. Deviating from the usual structure, position, condition, or behavior. In referring to a growth, abnormal may mean that it is cancerous or premalignant (likely to become cancer).
Stenosis
The narrowing or constriction of a blood vessel or valve in the heart.
Esophageal
Pertaining to the esophagus.
Stricture
The abnormal narrowing of a body opening. Also called stenosis. See also esophageal stricture and pyloric stenosis.
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Striant
Striant 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): testosterone.
Striatum
Part of the basal ganglia, it is a large cluster of nerve cells, consisting of the caudate nucleus and the putamen, that controls movement, balance, and walking; the neurons of the striatum require dopamine to function.
Stridor
A harsh or squeaky sound in breathing, often associated with a blocked larynx.
Strifon forte dsc
Strifon forte dsc 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): chlorzoxazone.
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Stool
The solid wastes that pass through the rectum as bowel movements. Stools are undigested foods, bacteria, mucus, and dead cells. Also called feces.
Stress
Mental or physical tension that results from physical, emotional, or chemical causes.
Stress fractures
A bone injury caused by overuse.
Stress incontinence
Involuntary leaking of urine during activities that increase pressure inside the abdomen, such as coughing, sneezing, or jogging.
Stress ulcer
An upper GI ulcer from physical injury such as surgery, major burns, or critical head injury.
Stricture
Sudden death
Death that occurs unexpectedly or immediately after onset of symptoms.
Superior vena cava
The large vein that returns blood to the heart from the head and arms.
Systemic
Disease or symptoms that affect many different parts of the body.
Systolic blood pressure
The highest blood pressure measured in the arteries.
Syncope
Light-headedness or fainting caused by insufficient blood supply to the brain.
RELATED TERMS--------------------------------------
Abnormal
Not normal. Deviating from the usual structure, position, condition, or behavior. In referring to a growth, abnormal may mean that it is cancerous or premalignant (likely to become cancer).
Stenosis
The narrowing or constriction of a blood vessel or valve in the heart.
Esophageal
Pertaining to the esophagus.
Stricture
The abnormal narrowing of a body opening. Also called stenosis. See also esophageal stricture and pyloric stenosis.
SIMILAR TERMS--------------------------------------
Striant
Striant 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): testosterone.
Striatum
Part of the basal ganglia, it is a large cluster of nerve cells, consisting of the caudate nucleus and the putamen, that controls movement, balance, and walking; the neurons of the striatum require dopamine to function.
Stridor
A harsh or squeaky sound in breathing, often associated with a blocked larynx.
Strifon forte dsc
Strifon forte dsc 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): chlorzoxazone.
PREVIOUS AND NEXT TERMS--------------------------------------
Stool
The solid wastes that pass through the rectum as bowel movements. Stools are undigested foods, bacteria, mucus, and dead cells. Also called feces.
Stress
Mental or physical tension that results from physical, emotional, or chemical causes.
Stress fractures
A bone injury caused by overuse.
Stress incontinence
Involuntary leaking of urine during activities that increase pressure inside the abdomen, such as coughing, sneezing, or jogging.
Stress ulcer
An upper GI ulcer from physical injury such as surgery, major burns, or critical head injury.
Stricture
Sudden death
Death that occurs unexpectedly or immediately after onset of symptoms.
Superior vena cava
The large vein that returns blood to the heart from the head and arms.
Systemic
Disease or symptoms that affect many different parts of the body.
Systolic blood pressure
The highest blood pressure measured in the arteries.
Syncope
Light-headedness or fainting caused by insufficient blood supply to the brain.
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