Comprehensive Dictionary of Synonyms and Antonyms
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Motley
Synonyms: confusing, mixed, heterogeneous, diverse, varied, miscellaneous
Recant
Synonyms: apostasy, retract, repudiate, renounce, disavow, abjure
Aboca
Synonyms: engage, deliver, approach, confront
Abras
Synonyms: overheating, inflame, ignite, kindle
Steep
Synonyms: cliffs, intricate, bravo, wild, precipitous, sheer
Absorbed
Synonyms: amazed, charmed, amazed, engrossed, captivated, enthralled
Abstruse
Synonyms: incomprehensible, impenetrable, esoteric, obscure, arcane
Cur
Synonyms: crawling, servile,
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T.3 – Pain Medicine
Analgesics
Analgesics are symptomatic medications that decrease the perception of pain without affecting the underlying cause. They are divided into:
Opioid Analgesics
These medications act on the central nervous system (CNS) to alleviate severe pain.
Non-Opioid Analgesics
These medications act on the peripheral nervous system (PNS) and are the most commonly used in oral pathologies.
Non-Opioid Analgesics
They are divided into:
a) Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs): e.g., Aspirin
b)
Scallop Farming Techniques
Collection of Larval Stage
Information Gathering
With the information obtained earlier in the bio-oceanographic stage, we proceed to the installation of manifolds. This stage requires very specific dates to maximize the peak spawning. Otherwise, the deposits will be poor.
Spawning Season
Although scallops spawn almost throughout the year, major spawning occurs in the spring and summer months. The first larvae for the period referred to above begin to appear in November, with a peak incidence between
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What Happens if You Lose 10 kg?
- 15% decrease in LDL cholesterol levels
- 8% increase in HDL cholesterol
- Blood pressure decrease: For every 1% reduction in weight, blood pressure decreases 1-2mm Hg. This effect is amplified with exercise.
Objectives in Obesity Treatment
- Modest weight loss: Even 5-10% weight loss can significantly improve obesity-related complications.
- Weight maintenance: Focus on maintaining the achieved weight loss for long-term health benefits.
Options for Obesity Treatment and Control
Losing
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What is Obesity?
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), obesity is a chronic disease characterized by excessive accumulation of body fat to a level that impairs health.
Impact in Mexico
The 2006 National Health Survey of the Health Ministry reported:
- About 70% of the population over age 20 are overweight or obese.
- Of these, 30% meet the criteria for the diagnosis of obesity.
Etiology of Obesity
When energy intake exceeds expenditure, excess calories are deposited in adipose tissue. If this positive
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Arteriosclerosis
Arteriosclerosis is the medical term for hardening of the arteries.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
COPD is a chronic lung disease that makes it difficult to breathe.
Causes of Hypertension
- Gender: Men under 60 are more likely to have hypertension than women.
- Older age
- Race
- Genetics
- Overweight or obesity
Non-Pharmacological Treatment for Diabetes
- Use of non-nutritive sweeteners to replace sugar for calorie and carbohydrate control.
Diabetes Insipidus
Diabetes insipidus is an uncommon
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