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There are many coping strategies available to cope with job-related stress, such as refraining from taking on more than one can handle, learning to delegate tasks to others and talking to an employer about the stress and how to reduce it. More Information on Job Related Stress: Stress
Also Known As: "Dhobie Itch, Tinea Cruris, Eczema Marginatum, Gym Itch"
A common fungal skin infection that may affect the skin of the genitals, inner thighs and buttocks. It is characterized by an itchy, red, often ring-shaped rash in these warm, moist areas of the body. More Information on Jock Itch: Skin Related Infections
A type of multiple congenital anomaly/mental retardation (MCA/MR) syndrome that is marked by dwarfism, hypothyroidism, hearing disorders and mental retardation. It may also include birth defects of the heart such as ventricular septal defects. More Information on Johanson Blizzard Syndrome: Pediatric Heart
Also Known As: "Fibrous Joint, Amphiarthrosis Joint, Cartilaginous Joint, Synovial Joint, Diarthrosis Joint, Synarthrosis Joint"
The location where two bones connect that may be made of fibrous tissue (fibrous), cartilage (cartilaginous) or space (synovial). Joints may permit no motion (synarthrosis), little motion (amphiarthrosis) or a variety of movements (diarthrosis).
Arm of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology that is designed to keep allergists and immunologists informed of the latest socio-economic issues that impact their field.
"Joint Fluid Analysis" is more commonly referred to as "Synovial Fluid Analysis" in the medical community. Synovial Fluid Analysis
Also Known As: "Joint Fluid Aspiration"
Lab analysis of a sample of synovial fluid (a clear, sticky fluid that is a lubricant for joints and tendons). Infections from bacteria or other sources can be identified in the fluid, aiding in treatment for joint problems. More Information on Synovial Fluid Analysis: Pain Lab Tests
"Joint Fluid Aspiration" is more commonly referred to as "Synovial Fluid Analysis" in the medical community. Synovial Fluid Analysis
Also Known As: "Joint Fluid Analysis"
Lab analysis of a sample of synovial fluid (a clear, sticky fluid that is a lubricant for joints and tendons). Infections from bacteria or other sources can be identified in the fluid, aiding in treatment for joint problems. More Information on Synovial Fluid Analysis: Pain Lab Tests
A condition characterized by joints that are able to move beyond the normal range of motion. Symptoms include pain in the knees, fingers hips and elbows. Affected joints may be at higher risk for sprains and dislocations. More Information on Joint Hypermobility: Pain Basics
Any pain in the joints (the location where two bones connect). While it may or may not involve joint inflammation (arthritis), the term is most often used to describe non-inflammatory joint pain. More Information on Joint Pain: Pain Basics
Surgical replacement of a damaged or diseased joint with an artificial prosthesis. Custom joints are created using a mold of the original joint that closely approximates the original joint. More Information on Joint Replacement: Pain Basics
A rare brain malformation marked by the absence or underdevelopment of the area of the brain that controls balance and coordination. Symptoms include abnormally rapid breathing, jerky eye movements and mental retardation. More Information on Joubert Syndrome: Movement Disorders
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