| ascending infection |
When harmful bacteria enter the bladder and cause a bladder infection, these germs can "ascend" up the ureters and infect the kidney. In pregnant women, ascending infection almost always affects the right kidney.
Ãâó: www.abcbirth.com/lGlossary.html
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| ascorbic acid |
(Vitamin C). An anti-oxidant that plays an essential role in building collagen, the connective tissue that holds us together. The bioflavonoids (like rutin/ hesperidin etc.) found in fresh food, especially citrus fruits, help promote the effectiveness of vitamin C and build capillary strength
Ãâó: www.melangecosmetics.com/ingredients.htm
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| ascites |
A large, abnormal accumulation of fluid in the abdomen that can occur due to liver failure, cirrhosis and liver cancer. This condition requires immediate medical attention.
Ãâó: www.hepb.org/hepb/glossary.htm
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| ascites |
fluid build-up in the abdominal cavity which is usually caused by severe liver diseases, such as cirrhosis.
Ãâó: medicalcenter.osu.edu/patientcare/healthinformatio...
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| ascorbic acid |
The chemical name for vitamin C. Lemon juice contains large quantities of ascorbic acid and is commonly used to prevent browning of peeled, light-colored fruits and vegetables.
Ãâó: doityourself.com/canning/canningglossary.htm
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