The passageway connecting the back of the nose to the top of the throat. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
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What is Nasogastric Tube?
A thin, plastic tube that is inserted through the nose, down the esophagus, and into the stomach; used to drain, wash, or take samples from the stomach, or to feed very sick patients who cannot eat. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Nasal Septum?
The section of the nose that divides the left and right nostrils; made of cartilage and bone and covered by a mucous membrane. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Narcotic Analgesics?
A type of painkiller that blocks the transmission of pain signals in the brain; often cause tolerance (the need for higher amounts of the drug to produce the same effect) and drug dependence. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Narcotic?
An addictive substance that blunts the senses; can cause confusion, stupor, coma, and death with increased dosages. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Narcosis?
A drug (or other chemical)-induced drowsiness or stupor. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Narcolepsy?
A disorder that causes excessive sleepiness during the day and frequent and uncontrollable episodes of falling asleep. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Myxoma?
A noncancerous tumor made of mucous material and fibrous connective tissue. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Myringotomy?
A surgical opening in the eardrum that allows for drainage. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Myositis?
Muscle inflammation, causing pain and weakness. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org