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Wax blockage is obstruction of the ear canal with cerumen (wax).
Review Date:
10/20/2006
Wax blockage is an obstruction of the ear canal with wax (cerumen).
Review Date:
10/10/2008
Wax is a greasy or oily solid that melts in heat. This article discusses poisoning due to swallowing large amounts of wax or crayons.
Review Date:
1/22/2007
Wax is a greasy or oily solid that melts in heat. This article discusses poisoning due to swallowing large amounts of wax or crayons.This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.
Review Date:
2/3/2009
A WBC count is a blood test to measure the number of white blood cells (WBCs).White blood cells help fight infections. They are also called leukocytes. There are five major types of white blood cells:BasophilsEosinophilsLymphocytes (T cells and B cells)MonocytesNeutrophilsSee also: Blood differential
Review Date:
3/8/2007
A WBC count is a blood test to measure the number of white blood cells (WBCs).White blood cells help fight infections. They are also called leukocytes. There are five major types of white blood cells:BasophilsEosinophilsLymphocytes (T cells and B cells)MonocytesNeutrophilsSee also: Blood differential
Review Date:
2/21/2009
A WBC scan is a nuclear scan in which a radioactive material is attached to a sample of white blood cells. It is done to locate areas of infection or inflammation.
Review Date:
7/17/2007
A white blood cell (WBC) scan is an imaging test that uses a radioactive substance (called a tracer) to look for areas of infection or inflammation in the body.See also: Nuclear scan
Review Date:
2/23/2009
Weakness is a reduction in the strength of one or more muscles.
Review Date:
7/17/2007
Weakness is a reduction in the strength of one or more muscles.
Review Date:
8/8/2009