| rubefacient |
Herbs that promote circulation to a specific area by dilation of the blood vessels. By this action, inflammation and congestion of tissues is relieved. Irritation is sometimes noted with these herbs. Examples are: Cayenne pepper, clove, ginger, horseradish and mustard.
Ãâó: www.earthspirits-herbals.com/fyi/spring04.htm
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| rubber |
A term sometimes applied to carpet cushion made from rubber (foam or sponge), and used for both separate and attached cushion.
Ãâó: www.fabrica.com/Carpet/cptterms.html
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| rubber bandage |
A rubber roller bandage used to apply pressure to prevent swelling or hemorrhage of a limb. SEE: Esmarch bandage.
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| rubber-band ligation |
The application of a rubber band around a superficial bit of tissue, such as an internal hemorrhoid or an esophageal varix. Because its blood supply is thereby cut off, the tissue dies and sloughs.
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| rubella titer |
A blood test to determine a person's immune status to rubella.
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