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What is the medical name for abnormal loss of bone tissue?

The medical name for abnormal loss of bone tissue is osteoporosis. It is a condition characterized by weakening of the bones, making them more prone to fractures.


What type of connective tissue insulates against heat loss?

Adipose tissue, commonly known as fat tissue, acts as an insulating layer against heat loss by providing a barrier that reduces heat conduction from the body. Its high lipid content helps to maintain body temperature by minimizing heat loss.


What are ulsers stages?

Ulcer stages are typically classified into four main categories: Stage 1 - characterized by intact skin with non-blanchable redness; Stage 2 - partial thickness loss involving epidermis and/or dermis; Stage 3 - full thickness tissue loss with visible adipose tissue; and Stage 4 - full thickness tissue loss with exposed bone, tendon, or muscle. These stages help healthcare professionals determine appropriate treatment and management strategies for pressure ulcers.


What is the shrinkage of a tissue through a loss in cell size or number?

I believe that "Atrophy" is the word you are looking for.


What are the main characteristics of inflammation?

Inflammation is a physiological response to infection or injury characterized by redness, heat, swelling, pain, and loss of function in the affected area. It is a crucial part of the body's immune response to protect and heal tissues. Inflammation involves the recruitment of immune cells, release of inflammatory mediators, and tissue repair processes.

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What is epilepticus?

epilepticus, a life-threatening condition characterized by continuous seizures, sustained loss of consciousness, and respiratory distress


What is the degenerative disease that frequently results in jaundice and ultimately liver failure?

The degenerative disease that frequently results in jaundice and ultimately liver failure is cirrhosis. This condition is characterized by the replacement of healthy liver tissue with scar tissue, leading to a loss of liver function and potential liver failure. Jaundice, or yellowing of the skin and eyes, is a common symptom of liver dysfunction in cirrhosis.


What is the medical name for abnormal loss of bone tissue?

The medical name for abnormal loss of bone tissue is osteoporosis. It is a condition characterized by weakening of the bones, making them more prone to fractures.


What is membrane turnover?

The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines the biological meaning of turnover as "the continuous process of loss and replacement of a constituent (as a cell or tissue) of a living system". Membrane turnover is then the loss and replacement of cellular membrane.


IS Putrefaction tissue death that is usually associated with a loss of circulation?

Infarction is tissue death usually associated with a loss of circulation.


Does your insurance company have to pay the policy limit for a total loss if you have replacement?

No, If you have a replacement valuation Home Insurance Policy then the company will pay the "replacement cost" The cost of replacement may or may not reach your policy limits depending on the loss.


Is it true that fibromyalgia can cause brain tissue loss?

No. At this time there has been no connection between Fibromyalgia and brain tissue loss. The symptoms of Fibromyalgia often overlap the symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis, which does typically show brain tissue loss.


Why did planters fear slave revolts?

The continuous loss of income due to the destruction of livestock,weapons(farming equipments) and slaves dying themselves.This resulted in a continuous loss of capital.


Which connective tissue insulates against heat loss?

The Adipose Connective Tissue insulates against heat loss and provides reserve fuel.


What is the superficial loss of skin tissue?

epidermis


Is a generalized seizure characterized by a loss of consciousness?

epilepsy


Is Xerophthalmia characterized by the loss of luster of the conjunctiva and cornea?

True