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Whitehead
Whitehead An acne lesion that forms when oil and skin cells block the opening of a hair follicle. For this reason, whiteheads are called “closed comedomes”.
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Acne
Is a common inflammatory disease of the facial skin seen most frequently between the ages of 10 and 25 years and characterized by blackheads, whiteheads and blemishes composed of papules and pustules. Acne is an inflammatory disease of the sebaceous glands, the glands that produce sebum. Acne usually affects the face, back, and chest. In severe cases it can develop into cysts and nodules that can result in scarring. While its cause is unknown, it is most often associated with hormonal activity within teenagers. In severe cases a person should consult with a dermatologist for a specific acne treatment.
Lesion
Injury of bodily tissue due to infection, trauma or neoplasm
Skin
Skin is an organ of the integumentary system; which is composed of a layer of tissues that protect underlying muscles and organs. Skin is used for insulation, vitamin D production, sensation, and excretion (through sweat).
Follicle
The tiny shaft in the skin through which a hair grows, and sebum is excreted from sebaceous glands to the surface of the skin.
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White blood cells
Cells which help fight infections; also called leukocytes.
White Cliff Nursing Home
The White Cliff Nursing Home is a hospital in Greenville, Pennsylvania, United States.
White County Medical Center
White County Medical Center is a hospital in Searcy, Arkansas (USA).
White matter
Nerve tissue that is paler in color than gray matter because it contains nerve fibers with large amounts of insulating material (myelin). The white matter does not contain nerve cells. In the brain, the white matter lies within the gray layer of the cerebral cortex.
White Memorial Medical Center
White Memorial Medical Center is a hospital in L.A. California (USA).
White Plains Hospital Center
White Plains Hospital Center is a hospital in White Plains, New York (USA).
White River Medical Center
White River Medical Center is a hospital in Batesville, Arkansas (USA).
Whitesburg ARH Hospital
Whitesburg ARH Hospital is a hospital in Whitesburg, Kentucky (USA).
Whitman Hospital and Medical Center
The Whitman Hospital and Medical Center is a hospital in Colfax, Washington, United States.
Whittier Hospital Medical Center
Whittier Hospital Medical Center is a hospital in Whittier, California (USA).
Whittington Hospital
The Whittington Hospital is a hospital in London, England (Great Britain).
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Wellbutrin
Wellbutrin or Bupropion is used to relieve symptoms of depression such as feelings of sadness, worthlessness or guilt, loss of interest in daily activities, changes in appetite, tiredness, sleeping too much, insomnia, and thoughts of death or suicide. Wellbutrin belongs the aminoketone class, chemically unrelated to tricyclics or SSRIs. It is similar in structure to the stimulant cathinone, and to phenethylamines in general. Bupropion is also used to help people stop smoking by reducing withdrawal effects.
Wilson's Disease
A genetic disorder where the copper metabolism is abnormal, leading to copper accumulation in the liver, resulting in hepatitis and chronic hepatic injury, and in the brain, resulting in psychiatric and neurologic symptoms. Wilson´s disease is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner. The disease is fatal unless treated. Penicillamine is the drug mostly used in the treatment of this disease.
Wittmaack-Ekbom Syndrome
Wittmaack-Ekbom or restless legs syndrome is a disorder of the nervous system that affects sensation and movement in the legs and causes the limbs to feel uncomfortable. Relief can be temporarily gained by moving the legs which cause sufferers to seem fidgety and restless.
Williams-Beuren Syndrome (WBS)
Williams syndrome (Williams-Beuren syndrome) is a rare genetic disorder, occurring in fewer than 1 in every 20,000 live births. It is characterized by a distinctive, "elfin" facial appearance, an unusually cheerful demeanor, ease with strangers, mental retardation coupled with an unusual facility with language, a love for music, cardiovascular problems such as supravalvular aortic stenosis, and hypercalcemia.
Weight loss pill
A medical pill curbing appetite to produce weight loss.
Whitehead
White blood cells
Cells which help fight infections; also called leukocytes.
White matter
Nerve tissue that is paler in color than gray matter because it contains nerve fibers with large amounts of insulating material (myelin). The white matter does not contain nerve cells. In the brain, the white matter lies within the gray layer of the cerebral cortex.
Wisdom teeth
Third (last) molars that usually erupt at age 18-25 (when "wisdom is attained") .
Wegener's granulomatosis
Vasculitic condition in which granulomata are also found. Affects nasal mucosa/sinuses and may produce lung infiltrates and renal lesions.
Weight loss clinic
A clinic specialized in weight loss treatment.
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