|
sjogrens.org
|
0 earned Badges No badges were found
Definitions (103)
1 |
0
0
achlorhydria
Gastric acid deficiency.
Meaning awaits approval from a moderator |
2 |
0
0
adenopathy
A swelling of the lymph nodes. In Sjögren's, this usually occurs in the neck and jaw region. alopecia: Hair loss.
Meaning awaits approval from a moderator |
3 |
0
0
alveoli
Air sacs of the lungs.
Meaning awaits approval from a moderator |
4 |
0
0
analgesic
A drug that alleviates pain.
Meaning awaits approval from a moderator |
5 |
0
0
antibody
Substance in the blood that is normally made in response to infection. Also referred to as immunoglobulins such as IgG, IgM, etc.
Meaning awaits approval from a moderator |
7 |
0
0
anti-ena
A group of antibodies that includes anti-Sm and anti-RNP.
Meaning awaits approval from a moderator |
8 |
0
0
antimalarial drugs
Quinine derived drugs, which were first developed to treat malaria and can manage Sjögren's, such as hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil).
Meaning awaits approval from a moderator |
9 |
0
0
antiphospholipid antibody
Antibodies to a constituent of cell membranes seen in one-third of those with SLE. In the presence of a cofactor, these antibodies can alter clotting and lead to strokes, blood clots, miscarriages, an [..]
Meaning awaits approval from a moderator |
10 |
0
0
antispasmodic drugs
Medications that quiet spasms. Usually used in reference to the gastrointestinal tract.
Meaning awaits approval from a moderator |
To view all 103 definitions, please sign in.