Hyperparathyroidism, Primary: definition
A parathyroid disorder characterized by excessive secretion of parathyroid hormone by one or more parathyroid glands for more than 6 months.
Hyperparathyroidism, Secondary: definition
A parathyroid disorder resulting from calcium deficiency that is characterized by excessive levels of parathyroid hormone causing bone loss. It is an complication of celiac disease. Click for full description.
Hyperprolactinemia: definition
Elevated level of prolactin hormone in blood signifies too much prolactin, which is produced by the anterior pituitary gland and causes impaired estrogen production in females and impaired androgen production in males.
Hypertension, Reversible: definition
Sustained elevated arterial blood pressure resulting from impaired absorption of essential co-factors for normal homocysteine metabolism (folate, vitamin B12, or vitamin B6) that resolves with normalization of homocysteine levels.
Hypertension, Arterial: definition
A blood pressure disorder associated with sustained increased systemic (body wide) vascular resistance to blood flow due to endothelial (cell) dysfunction of arterial blood vessels. When blood vessels narrow and/or fail to relax, pressure goes…
Hypertransaminasemia (Elevated Liver Enzymes): definition
The level of transaminases (liver enzymes) in the bloodstream is elevated indicating liver cell injury.
Healthy Lunch Challenge
When I was asked to create an example of a healthy gluten-free lunch for the ladies of Easy Lunch Boxes and Crunch a Color, I jumped at the chance. It was easy for me because this is what I (try to) do 5 days a week.
Anxiety, Chronic Maladaptive: definition
A distressing emotional state of mind or mood that is characterized by a vague uneasiness, unpleasant feelings of apprehension or anticipation of danger and by interference with normal functioning, ranging from mild qualms.
Aphthous Ulcers and Non-Aphthous Ulcers: definition
A chronic disorder of soft mouth tissue characterized by small, painful purpuric, raised (bumps), or erosive sores that are often surrounded by erythematous (inflamed) margins. Erosive sores eat away at normal tissue.
Apathy: definition
An abnormal emotional state that is characterized by indifference to things which others find interesting, moving or exciting, and diminished motivation to perform regular daily activities.