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• Triggers
  == Triggers (medicine) == '''Triggers''' (pronunciation: /ˈtrɪɡər/) in the context of medicine, refer to stim
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• Triggers
  == Triggers (medicine) == '''Triggers''' (pronunciation: /ˈtrɪɡər/) in the context of medicine, refer to stim
  2 KB (216 words) - 14:10, 5 February 2024
• Vasovagal response
  ...yncope (medicine)|syncope]]. It occurs when the body overreacts to certain triggers, such as the sight of blood or extreme emotional distress. The sudden drop ==Triggers==
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• Reflex syncope
  ...The term "reflex" refers to the reflexive response of the body to certain triggers, while "syncope" is derived from the Greek word "synkope", meaning "cutting ==Causes==
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• Asthma trigger
  ...ondition characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways. These triggers can vary widely among individuals with asthma and can include allergens, ir === Types of Asthma Triggers ===
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• Unconditioned stimulus
  ...cal conditioning]] to refer to a stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a response without any learning process. The term is derived from the Latin ...h naturally triggers feelings of hunger, and a loud noise, which naturally triggers a startle response. These responses do not need to be learned; they are aut
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• ANV
  ...on in a patient who has previously received chemotherapy. ARF is caused by triggers such as sights, smells, or sounds in the treatment room.  ...on in a patient who has previously received chemotherapy. ARF is caused by triggers such as sights, smells, or sounds in the treatment room. For example, a pat
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• Reactive airway disease
  ...ive airway disease" is derived from the reaction of the airways to certain triggers. The word "reactive" comes from the Latin ''reactivus'', meaning "to return ...n based on the presence of symptoms and a history of exposure to potential triggers. Tests such as [[spirometry]] and [[peak flow measurement]] may be used to
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• Fight or flight response
  The Fight or Flight Response triggers several physiological changes in the body, including: * [[Adrenaline]]: A hormone released by the adrenal glands that triggers the Fight or Flight Response.
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• Cortical reaction
  ...ts into the space between the plasma membrane and the zona pellucida. This causes the zona pellucida to harden and become impenetrable to other sperm cells, * [[Calcium Ion]]: A type of ion that triggers the Cortical Reaction when its concentration increases within the egg cell.
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• Hepatitis B surface antigen
  ...he location of the antigen on the virus, and "antigen" is a substance that triggers an immune response. * [[Hepatitis B virus]]: The virus that causes hepatitis B.
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• Essential dermatitis
  === Causes === ...e related to a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Potential triggers may include [[irritants]], [[allergens]], [[stress]], and changes in [[weat
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• Luteinizing Hormone
  ...one" is derived from its role in triggering ovulation in females, where it causes the ruptured ovarian follicle to develop into a structure known as the [[co ...s, Luteinizing Hormone stimulates the ovaries to produce [[oestrogen]] and triggers the process of [[ovulation]]. In males, it stimulates the [[Leydig cells]]
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• Barusiban
  ...tion of inhibiting or 'restraining' the action of oxytocin, a hormone that triggers uterine contractions during labor. * [[Oxytocin]]: A hormone that triggers uterine contractions during labor.
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• Cue reactivity
  ..., and the 'reactivity' is the craving or urge to use the drug that the cue triggers.
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• CA 27-29
  ...se antigens were discovered. The term "antigen" refers to a substance that triggers an immune response, in this case, it is produced by cancer cells. * [[Antigen]]: A substance that triggers an immune response.
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• HBsAg
  ...patitis. "Surface antigen" refers to the outer surface of the virus, which triggers an immune response in the host organism. * [[Hepatitis B virus]]: The specific virus that causes Hepatitis B.
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• Leukotriene receptor antagonist
  ...bstances the body produces in response to [[Allergen|allergens]] and other triggers. By blocking these substances, leukotriene receptor antagonists can reduce ...ochemicals that are released from cells in response to allergens and other triggers, causing inflammation and constriction in the bronchial tubes.
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• Extractable nuclear antigen
  ...location within the nucleus of the cell, and "Antigen" is a substance that triggers an immune response, in this case, the production of autoantibodies. * [[Antigen]]: This is a substance that triggers an immune response, especially the production of antibodies.
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• Cascade
  ...means 'waterfall'. This is a metaphorical representation of how one event triggers another in a sequential manner, similar to how water flows over a waterfall ...tions that occur in a sequential manner, where the product of one reaction triggers the next. This is commonly seen in the [[blood clotting]] process, where a
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• Erythema multiforme
  ...ity reaction]] and is often triggered by infections, medications, or other triggers. ==Causes==
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