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Irritation and inflammation of some internal areas of the nose and the primary symptom of rhinitis is a runny nose. Inflammation of the sinus membranes beginning in the mucous membranes of the nose (rhino means “nose”). Simply, inflammation of the sinus membranes, sometimes extending to the eyes and ears. It may be caused by a…

Is a chronic, systemic autoimmune disorder that most commonly causes inflammation and tissue damage in joints (arthritis) and tendon sheaths, together with anemia. A form of arthritis, the cause of which is unknown, although infection, hypersensitivity, hormone imbalance and psychologic stress have been suggested as possible causes. One of the two most common forms of…

Refers to various painful medical conditions which affect bones, joints, muscles, tendons. Rheumatic diseases are characterized by the signs of inflammation – redness, heat, swelling, and pain. General term for acute and chronic conditions characterised by inflammation (arthritis, tendonitis and bursitis), soreness and stiffness of muscles, and pain in joints. A general term for painful…

Pertaining to rheumatism or to abnormalities of the musculoskeletal system. Relating to or impacted by various disorders characterized by inflammation, degeneration, or metabolic dysfunction of connective tissue structures, such as muscles, bursae, tendons, and fibrous tissue.  

Counterirritant, used for swellings. The transfer of blood from one part of the body to another distant part.  

A general term that refers to some form of non-inflammatory damage to the retina of the eye. Diabetic complication that involves the retina and may lead to blindness. Any disease of the retina of the eye. Refers to noninflammatory eye disorders. General disease or disorder of the retina in the eye. Disease of the retina…

A form of vitamin A. A vitamin found in liver, vegetables, eggs and cod liver oil which is essential for good vision. One of the active forms of vitamin A; it is stored in the body primarily in the liver and in adipose tissue. Sources of this 20-carbon alcohol include liver, egg yolk, chicken, whole…

Is a phytoalexin produced naturally by several plants when under attack by pathogens such as bacteria or fungi. It is a potent antioxidant found in red grapes and other plants. Also known as 3,5,4 trihydroxy stilbene, it is a phytochemical that is produced by certain plants in response to “wounding” (e.g., by fungal growth on…

Is the reoccurrence of stenosis, a narrowing of a blood vessel, leading to restricted blood flow. An occasion when something becomes narrow again, e.g. a coronary artery which has previously been widened by balloon angioplasty. Recurrent narrowing of an opening. The recurrence of a stenotic condition as in a heart valve or vessel. The constriction…