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Ileus

Ileus

(Science: gastroenterology, surgery) An obstruction of the intestines.

Origin: L., gr. Eileos, from eilein = to roll up


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The Fiber Disease

... (sp) (decrease sodium in blood) [277.1-43] __ Hypotension, postural decrease in blood pressure upon assuming an erect posture) [277.1-44] __ Ileus (obstruction of the intestines) [277.1-45] __ Insomnia [277.1-46] __ Irritability [277.1-47] __ Jaundice [277.1-48] __ Joint pain or stiffness ...

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by London
Thu Jan 18, 2007 2:39 pm
 
Forum: Human Biology
Topic: The Fiber Disease
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Cystic Fibrosis

... to help digest food. Problems with digestion can lead to diarrhea, malnutrition, and weight loss. Some babies with cystic fibrosis have meconium ileus, a blockage of the intestine that occurs shortly after birth. Infertility, or the inability to conceive a child, is common in men with cystic ...

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by chemistry_freako
Thu Jun 30, 2005 1:59 pm
 
Forum: Human Biology
Topic: Cystic Fibrosis
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