UL.3.0 (Lupus):A variant with minimal spread and no significant radiologic findings, focusing more on upper respiratory symptoms.
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Ulna: The longer of the two bones in the forearm, located on the inner side of the arm.
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Ultrasound: An imaging technique that uses high-frequency sound waves to visualize tissues and organs inside the body.
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Ultrasound Machine: A device that uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of the inside of the body, commonly used in obstetrics, cardiology, and musculoskeletal assessments.
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Ultrasound-Guided Radiotherapy: The use of ultrasound imaging to guide the delivery of radiation therapy, particularly for tumors in soft tissues.
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Umbilical Vein: Vein in the fetus that carries oxygenated blood from the placenta to the developing fetus.
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Uranium (U): A heavy metal and a primary fuel for nuclear reactors; its most common isotope, Uranium-238, is radioactive.
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Uric Acid Test: A blood or urine test used to measure uric acid levels, used to diagnose gout and monitor kidney function.
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Urinalysis: A test that examines the content of urine to diagnose conditions like kidney disease, diabetes, or urinary tract infections.
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Urine Culture: A laboratory test that identifies bacteria or yeast in a urine sample, used to diagnose urinary tract infections.
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Urokinase Plasminogen Activator (uPA) Test: A test that measures the level of urokinase plasminogen activator, an enzyme involved in breaking down blood clots, used in cancer research.
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Urological Surgeon: A specialist who performs surgery to treat conditions of the urinary tract and male reproductive system, including prostate surgery and kidney transplants.
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Urologist: A specialist in treating conditions related to the urinary tract and male reproductive system, such as kidney stones, urinary incontinence, and prostate disorders.
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Urology Department: A department specializing in the treatment of urinary tract and male reproductive system conditions.
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ulcer: A break in the skin or other surface that often occurs along with inflammation, infection, or cancerous growth.
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ultrasound: A painless, noninvasive imaging method that uses high-frequency sound waves.
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unopposed estrogen: Estrogen taken without an accompanying progestogen.
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unresolved losses: Personal losses that are not acknowledged and mourned. Many mental health experts believe that reactions to these losses crop up later, often skewing a persons response to an entirely different loss.
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unsaturated fat: Healthy dietary fats from plant sources such as vegetable oils, nuts, and whole grains, as well as from fatty fish. Includes monounsaturated fat and polyunsaturated fat.
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unstable angina: Chest pain that occurs or worsens in frequency, severity, or duration when a person is at rest or engaging in mild activity.
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upper esophageal sphincter: Muscular valve located at the upper portion of the esophagus that opens to allow food or liquid to enter the digestive system.
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urea: A waste product of protein digestion and metabolism.
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ureter: The tube that connects each kidney to the bladder.
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urethra: The tube leading from the bladder through which urine is carried from the body.
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urethral hypermobility: Movement of the urethra out of place when abdominal pressure increases, leading to stress incontinence.
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urethritis: Inflammation of the urethra.
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urgency: The sudden and uncontrollable need to urinate or defecate.
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urologist: A specialist who deals with the urinary tract and male reproductive system.
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urticaria: An itchy rash of usually short duration. Also known as hives.
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uveitis: Inflammation of the pigmented part of the eye (the iris); may seriously affect vision.
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uvula: A small, fleshy flap of tissue that hangs from the back of the throat over the root of the tongue.
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uvulopalatopharyngoplasty: A surgical treatment for obstructive sleep apnea that involves removing the uvula, the tonsils, and a rim of loose tissue at the back of the soft palate.
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