what does fibroglandular mean?
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http://www.sunnybrook.on.ca/~yaffe/research/density/density.html
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MCG = membrane coating granules (also known as lamellar bodies) which are located in the stratum granulosum of the skin. They contain lipids that are exocytosed into the space between the stratum granulosum and the stratum corneum, acting to coat the cell membrane preventing both water loss and penetration.
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A noun meaning a sweet syrupy trihydroxy alcohol obtained by saponification of fats and oils. Also, a good song by Bush!
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The treatment of a fibrocystic condition may require surgical removal (biopsy) of lumps that fail to disappear after brief observation and/or attempts at removal of fluid by a physician. For painful breasts, avoiding caffeine in coffee, tea, chocolate, and soft drinks may decrease water retention and discomfort. In addition, a physician may recommend aspirin or other pain relievers. Local heat applications, and a good support bra also give additional relief. Occasionally, a physician may prescribe Vitamin E.
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"Any of a division (Tracheophyta) comprising green plants (as ferns and seed plants) with a vascular system that contains tracheids or tracheary elements."  \n\nTracheid: "a long tubular cell that is peculiar to xylem, functions in conduction and support, and has tapering closed ends and thickened lignified walls."\n\nKnow any more than you did before?
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fiboristic cysts.  Which can be aggervated by caffeine
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Check out www.fibromyalgiatreatment.com/.  \n\nThen get the entire family checked for hyperinsulinemia - a precursor condition for hypoglycemia (a sometimes concurrent condition with fibromyalgia), diabetes and heart trouble.\n\nFor basic information on hyperinsulinemia, check out www.hufa.org.
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lipid? or lupus? i dont get the question... you need too be more specific... my brother is on the GF-CF diet and so when i saw your question i was very curious... but i dont get what your asking
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A hereditary disease of the exocrine glands, usually developing during early childhood and affecting mainly the pancreas, respiratory system, and sweat glands. It is characterized by the production of abnormally viscous mucus by the affected glands, usually resulting in chronic respiratory infections and impaired pancreatic function. Also called mucoviscidosis.\n\nCystic Fibrosis At A Glance\n\n*Cystic fibrosis (CF) is one of the most commonserious genetic (inherited) diseases. \n*CF gene is carried by 1/20 persons (in *Caucasianpopulations) and 1 in 400 couples is at risk for having childrenwith CF.\n*CF is characterized by the production of abnormalsecretions leading to mucous build-up.\n*CF mucous build-up can impair the pancreas and,secondarily, the intestine.\n*CF mucous build-up in lungs can impair respiration.\n*Early diagnosis of CF is of great importance.\n*Early and continuing treatment of CF is valuable.\n\nFor more information try:  http://www.cff.org/home/
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There are several testimonials online in relation to people with fibromyalgia using goji juice products; however, no medical studies from what I could locate directly correlated the 2. Although, I did find an interesting link on www.pubmed.gov (listed link below) referring to a study that was done secluding a polysaccharide found in lycium barbarum and the effects it had on energy levels. I along with my daughter (5 years old) have been taking goji juice now for about a week and are not seeing a huge difference in energy, but I was told it comes gradually.
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I didn't find much about that term, but what I did find suggested that it has something to do with the tongue.  Sorry I couldn't be of more help.
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What is fibromyalgia?\n\nFibromyalgia is a chronic disorder that causes widespread pain and tenderness in the muscles and soft tissue (including tender points) as well as sleep problems, fatigue, and a variety of other symptoms. These problems can be severe enough to disrupt a person's work and daily activities. Fortunately, the condition does not permanently damage the muscles, joints, or internal organs.\n\nFibromyalgia is a syndrome of chronic pain, not a disease or a psychological disorder.\n\nWhat causes fibromyalgia?\n\nThere are theories as to what may cause fibromyalgia, but at this point there is not enough evidence to support any single cause. Some theories suggest that fibromyalgia may be related to oversensitive nerve cells, an imbalance of chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters), or an inability of the brain or spinal cord to dampen pain signals.\n\nWhat are the symptoms of fibromyalgia?\n\nMost people with fibromyalgia endure cycles of muscle, soft tissue, and back or neck pain, sleep problems, and often debilitating fatigue. Fibromyalgia is also characterized by the presence of up to 18 specific tender points on the body—these are painful only when you press directly on them.\n\nAlthough less common than pain, fatigue, and sleep problems, a variety of other symptoms may occur as well. These include headaches, morning stiffness, difficulty concentrating, a circulatory problem that affects the small blood vessels of the skin (Raynaud's phenomenon), and irritable bowel syndrome. As with many conditions that cause chronic pain, anxiety and depression are common in people with fibromyalgia and may make symptoms worse.\n\nSymptoms tend to come and go. Periods when they are constant (flares) may be followed by periods when they are absent (remissions). Some people find that cold, damp weather, emotional stress, overexertion, and other factors make their symptoms worse.\n\nHow is fibromyalgia diagnosed?\n\nFibromyalgia can be difficult to diagnose because there is a lot of variation in the combination of symptoms it causes and how different people experience the symptoms. Also, its symptoms are similar to those of many other disorders and diseases.\n\nFibromyalgia is often diagnosed after other conditions have been ruled out; there are no tests that can confirm the diagnosis. The presence of specific tender points as well as chronic, widespread pain on both sides of the body above and below the waist can help confirm a diagnosis of fibromyalgia.\n\nHow is fibromyalgia treated?\n\nWhile there is no specific cure for fibromyalgia, symptoms of this syndrome can be treated and controlled. If you have fibromyalgia, taking an active role in your treatment is very important to managing your condition.\n\nTreatment may be different for each individual. It can include:\n\nRegular exercise to help with muscle aches and stiffness. \nChanges in your routine, schedule, and surroundings to improve your sleep habits and reduce stress. \nTaking medications to help you sleep better and to relieve pain. \nGetting counseling to help you manage chronic pain and find better ways to handle stress. \nSome people with fibromyalgia also find complementary therapies such as acupuncture, massage, behavioral therapy, and relaxation techniques helpful.
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I have had Fibro since I was 16, actually 20 years now. It does sound like you have some of the symptoms. I am also wondering if you may have Rhuematiod Arthritis because of the joint involvement. Your headaches may actually be Cluster Headaches if they continue to reoccur frequently and you have a sharp pain around one eye. My clusters usually sit in the back of my head until a spike hits me in the eye (what it feels like). Also, these conditions can co-exist (you can have them both). I don't believe I have ever taken Accutane.\nFibromyalgia associated syndromes\n\nIt is not unusual for fibromyalgia patients to have an array of bodily complaints other than musculoskeletal pain. It is now thought that these symptoms are a result of the abnormal sensory processing – as described in the previous section. Recognition and treatment of these associated problems are important in the overall management of your fibromyalgia. \n\nNon-restorative sleep\nCognitive dysfunction\nChronic fatigue\nCold intolerance\nRestless leg syndrome\nMultiple sensitivities\nIrritable bowel syndrome\nDizziness\nIrritable bladder syndrome\nNeurally mediated hypotension\n\n1. Chronic fatigue: The common treatable cause of chronic fatigue in fibromyalgia patients are: (1) inappropriate dosing of medications (TCAs, drugs with antihistamine actions, benzodiazapines etc.), (2) depression, (3) aerobic deconditioning, (3) a primary sleep disorder (e.g. sleep apnea), (4) non-restorative sleep (see above) and (5) neurally mediated hypotension (see below). A new drug called Provigil is of some help when used intermittently for management of fatigue.\n\n2. Restless leg syndrome: This strictly refers to daytime (usually maximal in the evening) symptoms of (1) unusual sensations in the lower limbs (but can occur in arms or even scalp) that are often described as paresthesia (numbness, tingling, itching, muscle crawling) and (2) a restlessness, in that stretching or walking eases the sensory symptoms. This daytime symptomatology is nearly always accompanied by a sleep disorder - now referred to as periodic limb movement disorder (formerly nocturnal myoclonus). Treatment is simple and very effective – DOPA / Levodopa (Sinemet) in an early evening dose of 10/100 (a minority require a higher dose or use of the long acting preparations).\n\n3. Irritable bowel syndrome: This common syndrome of GI distress that occurs in about 20% of the general population is found in about 60% of fibromyalgia patients. The symptoms are those of abdominal pain, distension with an altered bowel habit (constipation, diarrhea or an alternating disturbance). Typically the abdominal discomfort is improved by bowel evacuation. Due to abnormal sensory processing these symptoms may be quite distressing to fibromyalgia patients. Treatment involves (1) elimination of foods that aggravate symptoms, (2) minimizing psychological distress, (3) adhering to basic rules for maintaining a regular bowel habit, (4) prescribing medications for specific symptoms; constipation (stool softener, fiber supplementation and gentle laxatives such as bisacodyl), diarrhea (loperamide or diphenoxylate) and antispasmodics (dicyclomine or anticholinergic / sedative preparations such as Donnatal).\n\n4. Irritable bladder syndrome: This is found in 40-60% of fibromyalgia patients. The initial incorrect diagnoses are usually recurrent urinary tract infections, interstitial cystitis or a gynecological condition. Once these possibilities have been ruled out a diagnosis of irritable bladder syndrome (also called female urethal syndrome) should be considered. The typical symptoms are those of suprapubic discomfort with an urgency to void, often accompanied by frequency and dysuria. In a sub-population of fibromyalgia patients this is related to a myofascial trigger point in the pubic insertion of the rectus abdominus muscles – and may be helped by a procaine myofascial trigger point injection). Treatment: involves (1) incr
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FMS (fibromyalgia syndrome) is a widespread musculoskeletal pain and fatigue disorder for which the cause is still unknown. Fibromyalgia means pain in the muscles, ligaments, and tendons – the soft fibrous tissues in the body. \n\nMost patients with Fibromyalgia say that they ache all over. Their muscles may feel like they have been pulled or overworked. Sometimes the muscles twitch and at other times they burn. More women than men are afflicted with this disorder, and it shows up in people of all ages. \n\nThe cause of FMS remains elusive, but there are many triggering events thought to precipitate its onset. A few examples would be an infection (viral or bacterial), an automobile accident or the development of another disorder, such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or hypothyroidism. These triggering events probably don't cause FMS, but rather, they may awaken an underlying physiological abnormality that is already present.\n\nSynmptoms can include pain, fatigue, chronic headaches, sleep disorder, irritable bowel syndrome, joint problems, painful periods, chest pain, morning stiffnes, numbness, tingling, irritable bladder, the feeling of swollen extremities, skin sensitivities, dry eyes and mouth, dizziness, and impaired coordination.  People are often sensitive to odors, loud noises, bright lights, and sometimes even the medications that they are prescribed.\n\nChanges in weather, cold or drafty environments, infections, allergies, hormonal fluctuations (premenstrual and menopausal states), stress, depression, anxiety and over-exertion may all contribute to symptom flare-ups. \n\nLong term follow-up studies on fibromyalgia have shown that it is chronic, but the symptoms may come and go. The impact that it has on daily living activities, including the ability to work a full-time job, differs among patients. Overall, studies show that it may be equally as disabling as rheumatoid arthritis.\n\nI have included some websites that should be helpful.
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Prostaglandins are a group of about 12 compounds synthesized from fatty acids in mammals as well as in lower animals.  They are highly potent substances found to be responsible for various functions, including the raising or lowering of blood pressure, regulating smooth muscle activity, and glandular secretions.  Prostaglandins also control the substances involved in the transmission of nerve impulses, participate in the body's defenses against infection, and regulate the rate of metabolism in various tissues. Several prostaglandins have been shown to induce fever, possibly by participating in the temperature-regulating mechanisms in the hypothalamus; they also play a part in causing inflammation.  Overproduction of prostaglandins can result in a number of symptoms and conditions, including immune deficiencies.\n\nThe fact that aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs have been shown to inhibit prostaglandin synthesis may account for their usefulness in reducing fever and inflammation. \n\nOne popular class of prostaglandins discussed involves those which stimulate contractions of the uterus and cause cramping and menstrual discomfort.  Synthetic prostaglandins are those hormones which are manufactured by biotech companies for clinical uses such labor induction and even as an experimental contraceptive.\n\nMisoprostol, which has been shown to be helpful in ulcers, is one such synthetic prostaglandin.  Hope that helps.
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Borborygmus\nFrom Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia\n\nBorborygmus (plural borborygmi) (from Greek βορβορυγμος) is the rumbling sound produced by the movement of gas through the intestines of animals. The word borborygmus is an actual onomatopoeia for this rumbling.\n\nThe "rumble" or "growl" sometimes heard from the stomach is a normal part of digestion. It originates in the stomach or upper part of the small intestine as muscles contract to move food and digestive juices down the gastrointestinal tract.\n\nAlthough this muscle contraction happens whether or not food is present, rumbles are more common after the animal has gone several hours without eating. This may be why a "growling" stomach is often associated with hunger.\n\nRumbles may also occur when there is incomplete digestion of food that can lead to excess gas in the intestine. In humans this can be due to incomplete digestion of carbohydrate-containing foods including milk and other dairy products (lactose intolerance or the use of α-glucosidase inhibitors by diabetics), gluten (protein in wheat, barley, and rye) (celiac disease), fruits, vegetables, beans, legumes, and high-fiber whole grains. In rare instances excessive abdominal noise may be a sign of digestive disease, especially when accompanied by abdominal bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea or constipation.