Von Willebrand Disease (VWD): Treatments Von Willebrand disease (VWD) is a bleeding disorder. It affects your blood‘s ability to clot. If your…
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Secretin Stimulation Test A test used to help diagnose problems in the pancreas, such as gastrinomas and pancreatitis. It measures the ability…
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Sartans (see Angiotensin Receptor Blockers)
by explainingmedicine June 13, 2016Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (Sartans, ARBs) These substances block the activation of angiotensin II receptors. Blockage directly causes vasodilation, among other actions. The…
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by explainingmedicine June 13, 2016Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) A hormone produced by the pituitary gland. TSH stimulates the release of thyroid hormone. Related terms: Thyreotrophic Hormone, Thyreotropin,…
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Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP): Prevention
by explainingmedicine June 13, 2016Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP): Prevention Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) is a rare blood disorder. In TTP, blood clots form in small blood…
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Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP): Tests
by explainingmedicine June 13, 2016Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP): Tests Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) is a rare blood disorder. In TTP, blood clots form in small blood…
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Polycythemia Vera: Tests A disease in which there are too many red blood cells in the bone marrow and blood, causing the…
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
by explainingmedicine June 13, 2016Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) A condition in which women have high levels of male hormones, increasing the risk of irregular or absent…