Collapsed Veins
What is a collapsed vein? A collapsed vein is a blood vessel that lost tension in its wall. The veins swell and are not functional for a certain period of time. However, it is also possible to have a permanent...
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Vagus Nerve
What is the Vagus Nerve (CN X) ? The Latin “vag” means “vagrant” or “wandering.” Knowing its distribution throughout the body, it is fit to call the vagus (pronunciation: VAY-gus) nerve as such [1, 2]. Unlike the other cranial nerves,...
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Location and Pictures of Different Organs In The Abdomen
This Article is the detailed account of all the major organs that are categorized under the nine regions in the abdominal cavity 1) Stomach 2) Intestines a) Small Intestine Duodenum Jejunum Ileum b) Large Intestine Ceacum Colon (Ascending, Transverse and...
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Orbicularis Oculi Muscle
Orbicularis oculi Definition Orbicularis oculi (pronunciation: or-bi-kyu-LAR-is OK-yu-lai) refers to the muscle around the eyes. Its origin is the medial side of the orbit and the insertion is the path that circles the orbit. The nerve responsible for it is...
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Iliac Crest
Definition and Function The iliac crest is the margin of the ileum. It is a curved, broad structure made to protect the insides of the pelvic region. It serves as an attachment of muscles, aponeurosis, and fascia of the nearby...
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Levoscoliosis
What is Levoscoliosis? Levoscoliosis is a type of scoliosis. A scoliosis is the curvature of the spine. In the case of levoscoliosis, the curvature of the spine is on the left side of the body. It affects the lumbar portion...
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Hazel Eyes
Eyes are the windows to the soul. This is the famous saying. They say that you can learn a lot about a person by simply looking at them in the eye. The human eyes reflect one’s personality and emotion. Each...
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Rectus Abdominis Muscle and Exercises
Rectus abdominis is popularly known as the abs muscle. It is a pair of long and flat muscle extending vertically along the entire length of the abdomen just near the umbilicus. The muscles have string of four fleshy muscular bodies...
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Lymph Nodes
Most people wish to learn more about their lymph nodes when they notice a change in size. At times your doctor may even say he notes your lymph nodes swollen. This usually is significant in infections. The lymph system has...
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