Sentences with phrase «of physical abnormalities»

Larvae that dined on the radiation - drenched leaves had low survival rates and high incidences of physical abnormalities such as unusually small forewings.

People living around the site of the 1986 nuclear disaster in Ukraine have unusually high levels of physical abnormalities and birth defects.

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Pregnancy, however, falls comfortably into none of the usual definitions of disease: it is not a state inimical to the way one is supposed to feel; it is not a condition in which body components and systems are acting inharmoniously (to the contrary, infertility would more likely fall within that definition); it is not a state of abnormality — for the pregnant woman functions satisfactorily within society, and the social and physical environment tolerates the pregnant woman perfectly.

Inherited or acquired abnormalities in brain chemistry create an altered response to alcohol which in turn causes a wide array of physical, psychological, and behavioral problems.

A highly scientific Western world creates so much that is new and effective in medicine and technology that, on the one hand, more and more persons are injured and crippled by the use of that technology; on the other hand, more and more persons severely injured or born with physical abnormalities are saved to life through technology.

In fact, the American Heart Association admits that screening by history - taking and physical examination alone (without non-invasive testing) is insufficient to guarantee detection of many critical cardiovascular abnormalities in large populations of young athletes.

There is no specific diagnosis for PCOS, but your healthcare provider may perform a series of blood tests, a physical and a pelvic exam, and also use ultrasound pictures to detect abnormalities in the ovaries.

Breech Twins and higher order multiples Previous CS Pre-Eclampsia Placenta praevia Cervical incompetence Previous late stillbirth Previous premature birth Grand multiparty Age under 18 Age over 35 Smoking Drug use Severe mental health issue Epilepsy Type 1 diabetes Type 2 diabetes Gestational diabetes Asthma GBS positive Abnormal antibodies Transplant recipient Congenital heart disease Known foetal abnormality Immunosuppressive medication MS Physical disability Intellectual disability Hypothyroidism Hyperthyroidism Previous shoulder dystocia Previous 3rd or 4th degree tear Sickle Cell anaemia BMI under 18 or over 35 at conception Previous massive PPH APH in current pregnancy HIV / AIDS Hepatitis B or C Active TB IUGR Oligohydramnios Polyhydramnios Child previously removed from custody because of abuse Uterine abnormalities such as uterine septum or double uterus Previous uterine surgery for fibroids Chronic renal problems Hypertension Auto immune condition Previous stroke or blod clot Cancer Domestic violence or abusive home Prisoners Homeless women

(borrowed from Dr Kitty) Breech Twins and higher order multiples Previous CS Pre-Eclampsia Placenta praevia Cervical incompetence Previous late stillbirth Previous premature birth Grand multiparty Age under 18 Age over 35 Smoking Drug use Severe mental health issue Epilepsy Type 1 diabetes Type 2 diabetes Gestational diabetes Asthma GBS positive Abnormal antibodies Transplant recipient Congenital heart disease Known foetal abnormality Immunosuppressive medication MS Physical disability Intellectual disability Hypothyroidism Hyperthyroidism Previous shoulder dystocia Previous 3rd or 4th degree tear Sickle Cell anaemia BMI under 18 or over 35 at conception Previous massive PPH APH in current pregnancy HIV / AIDS Hepatitis B or C Active TB IUGR Oligohydramnios Polyhydramnios Child previously removed from custody because of abuse Uterine abnormalities such as uterine septum or double uterus Previous uterine surgery for fibroids Chronic renal problems Hypertension Auto immune condition Previous stroke or blod clot Cancer Domestic violence or abusive home Prisoners Homeless women

Medical / physical outcome measures, or biomarkers, include a wide range of tools, from blood - based analyses to neurophysiological and neuroimaging methods such as eye - tracking because eye gaze abnormalities are a common feature of FXS.

All children underwent detailed clinical assessments for the presence of any major congenital abnormalities and minor physical anomalies and were stratified into 3 groups of increasing morphological severity (physical aberrations): essential, equivocal, and complex.

In this case, what first looked like a case of physical abuse turned out to be a case of child neglect — with some of the skeletal abnormalities being caused by rickets and scurvy.

A review over low carb diets revealed that «Complications such as heart arrhythmias, cardiac contractile function impairment, sudden death, osteoporosis, kidney damage, increased cancer risk, impairment of physical activity and lipid abnormalities can all be linked to long - term restriction of carbohydrates in the diet.»

And this is why many researchers have concluded that HPA axis dysfunction and cortisol abnormalities are likely not a major cause of chronic fatigue / burnout, but arise as an effect of some of the lifestyle factors (e.g. insomnia, lack of physical activity, medication use, etc.) that commonly occur in chronic fatigue / burnout.

Until then my only knowledge of the disaster was the images that have become so familiar, of infants with shocking physical abnormalities.

Besides a comprehensive physical examination on the day of the procedure, each pet also has their blood analyzed prior to anesthesia in order to uncover any obvious abnormalities that may put them at increased risk for complication.

No puppy which has any physical defect or abnormality, even though such abnormality may be regarded as temporary, should not be sold, without the buyer being made aware of the abnormality.

There are a lot of things to think about if your dog is vomiting — and there are many other abnormalities that you might not even notice but that your vet would pick up during a physical exam.

When you can flip the lip of every patient you see and show the owner exactly what you observe, it helps the owner understand the need for treatment if an abnormality is noted during a physical examination.

Our data indicates that 85 % of dogs whose handlers think they are normal have significant gait abnormalities on computerized analysis as well as some well - definable pain and physical exam.

A good physical examination would be essential to determine the cause of this abnormality.

A careful physical examination is necessary to evaluate the nature and pattern of skin abnormalities (including loss of hair, redness, and presence of parasites), that may suggest a cause for the skin disease.

Most affected dogs have one or more of several «typical» physical and / or chemical abnormalities.

This condition is diagnosed by a physical exam during which the veterinarian palpates the knee joints and does x-rays to screen for arthritis, hip dysplasia, or other abnormalities of the bones.

Just like an adult cat receives, your veterinarian will perform a thorough hands - on physical examination of your kitten in order to find physical abnormalities.

Physical examination detects abnormalities in your pet's body that veterinarians can determine the cause of through blood tests, x-rays, and other specialized tests.

Other diagnostic tests: If we find abnormalities on the physical exam or pre-anesthetic blood tests, your pet may need additional tests to determine the nature and severity of the problem.

• A specialized dental suite with state - of - the - art equipment • Full screening dental radiographs that can uncover imminent issues that can be addressed before they become severe • Full oral exam to check for growths or other abnormalities • 3 levels of consent • Pre-op blood - work to make sure all organs are healthy and can safely tolerate anesthesia • Pre-op exam to check for any newly developed heart or other physical conditions • Continuous medical and nursing monitoring both before and during sedation / anesthesia, and throughout recovery • Continuous IV Fluids during both the procedure and recovery period • Text message updates throughout your pet's surgery day • Courtesy toe nail trim • Complete discharge instructions and a personalized follow - up call the next day to check on your pet • And of course, dedicated and continuously - educated doctors and tech staff to ensure that your pet is getting the best and most modern care

Other contributing factors include the age and condition of the animal, injury or physical obstruction from deformed or oversized eggs, physical abnormalities with the reproductive tract or pelvis, infections, constipation, abscesses or masses.

Depending on the particular behaviors and / or physical abnormalities displayed by the dog, other diagnostic tests might include: skin scrapings or biopsies (if dermatologic disorders are suspected); radiographs (x-rays); and fecal evaluation or other tests of the digestive system (if gastrointestinal or parasitic conditions are suspected).

Once your veterinarian has eliminated the possibility that your pet has a thyroid or adrenal gland problem or a physical abnormality in its digestive tract, you can treat all these conditions using diets which are high in fiber and contain reduced levels of fat.

If they have frequent or long lasting occurrences, do be sure to ask your vet about it, as hiccups could be a symptom of an underlying disorder such as a physical abnormality, asthma, pneumonia, pericarditis, stroke or hypothermia.

Additional Testing - a number of additional tests may be performed, either as part of routine preparations, or in response to some irregularity, deficiency or abnormality identified on physical examination or routine blood testing.

Once your pet is checked in we perform a complete physical exam (from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail) to look for any other abnormalities that need to be addressed prior to anesthesia.

In the early stages of this disease there might not be any abnormalities on the physical exam.

Feline Echocardiography Cats can be particularly challenging cardiology patients because they can have severe cardiomyopathy despite the absence of physical exam abnormalities, radiographic changes and / or clinical signs.

A suspicious of cancer is sometimes raised when a cat is continuing to show signs of illness such as vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, lack of appetite, or lethargy and there are no abnormalities in the physical exam or blood work to suggest another disease.

Often, a tentative diagnosis is made based upon clinical signs and absence of other abnormalities on the physical examination or blood testing.

Other contributing factors include the age and condition of the animal, injuries or physical obstruction from deformed or oversized eggs, physical abnormalities with the reproductive tract or pelvis, infections, constipation, abscesses or masses.

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It is for these reasons that every cat should have at least an annual physical exam and oral exam, including a veterinarian listening to the heart for murmurs or abnormal rhythms, and palpating the abdomen for enlargements, areas of pain or organ abnormalities.

She is also the director of the physical rehabilitation services at Purdue and regularly performs physical therapy on animals with bone orthopedic and neurology abnormalities.

Abnormalities detected during a physical examination can arouse a veterinarian's suspicion that cardiomyopathy exists, but a definitive diagnosis requires examination of the heart itself.

The veterinarian can diagnose hyperthyroidism based on the cat's history, physical examination abnormalities, and results of routine laboratory tests and thyroid hormone tests.

As a result, instances of congenital diseases and conditions are extremely low and any dog clearly showing physical or behavioral abnormalities shall be disqualified from the breeding program.

Did you know that dental disease is the most commonly recognized abnormality on a physical exam of a dog or a cat?

During a wellness exam, one of our veterinarians will perform a thorough nose - to - tail physical examination assessing all major bodily systems for abnormalities.

• Complete blood cell count (CBC)- This is a blood test that looks at the numbers of white and red blood cells and platelets as well as the types and abnormalities of blood cells A CBC may be indicated if the patient is not in good physical condition because it can detect signs of infection and anemia which may be significant in the treatment regimen.

Abnormalities such as anemia, weight loss, skin lesions, dental disease, heart or lung abnormalities, and abdominal pain or masses are just a few of the things that can be detected on a physicalAbnormalities such as anemia, weight loss, skin lesions, dental disease, heart or lung abnormalities, and abdominal pain or masses are just a few of the things that can be detected on a physicalabnormalities, and abdominal pain or masses are just a few of the things that can be detected on a physical examination.

However, veterinarians must weigh the risks and benefits of spaying and neutering patients with apparent physical abnormalities such as evidence of mild infectious disease or decreased body condition.