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"NPWH" is more commonly referred to as "National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women's Health" in the medical community. National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women's Health
A professional organization that provides information to women on contraception, reproduction, menopause and other health issues.
"NPY" is more commonly referred to as "Neuropeptide Y" in the medical community. Neuropeptide Y
A neurotransmitter widely distributed throughout the brain and peripheral nervous tissue. Its activity influences eating behavior, depression, anxiety and cardiovascular function.
"NRS" is more commonly referred to as "Numerical Rating Scale" in the medical community. Numerical Rating Scale
Method used to describe the intensity of discomfort in numbers ranging from 0 to 10 (or greater, depending on the scale). Rating the intensity of sensation is one way physicians determine how to treat pain. More Information on Numerical Rating Scale: Pain Basics
"NSA" is more commonly referred to as "National Stroke Association" in the medical community. National Stroke Association
The NSA is dedicated to professional and public issues related to all aspects of stroke treatment, rehabilitation and prevention. Programs and activities are geared toward professional and patient education, as well as family support.
Also Known As: "Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs & Peptic Ulcer"
Common pain relievers belonging to drug class of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may cause peptic ulcers. These ulcers usually heal when the patient stops taking the medication. More Information on NSAIDs & Peptic Ulcer: Gastritis & Ulcer
Also Known As: "Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs & the Heart"
Medications that are commonly used to reduce pain and inflammation. Some NSAIDs can be dangerous for heart patients while others (e.g., aspirin) offer substantial health benefits, such as preventing blood clots that cause heart attacks and strokes. More Information on NSAIDs & the Heart: Heart Drug & Medication
Also Known As: "Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs for Allergies & Asthma"
Medications that are commonly used to reduce pain and inflammation. Some individuals do not tolerate NSAIDs very well, and experience side effects such as abdominal pain or even an allergic reaction More Information on NSAIDs for Allergies & Asthma: Allergy & Asthma Drugs
"NSCLC" is more commonly referred to as "Non Small Cell Lung Cancer" in the medical community. Non Small Cell Lung Cancer
Also Known As: "Non Small Cell Lung Carcinoma"
A group of cancers that form in the tissues of the lung accounting for 80 percent of all lung cancer cases. One type, adenocarcinoma of the lung, accounts for half of all lung cancer cases in the United States. More Information on Non Small Cell Lung Cancer: Lung & Chest Cancer
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