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Hx
history
GYN
gynecology, gynecologist
H, hr
hour
shin splint
repeated stress of the tibia and connective tissues
sx: pain and swelling in the lower leg
tx: RICE, surgery if severe enough
lisinopril
antihypertensive- lower blood pressure
HTN
hypertension
GU
genitourinary
HEENT
head, ears, eyes, nose, throat
myalgia
muscle pain caused by a variety of things- injury, viral infection, medications and vaccines
sx: muscle pain
tx: dependent on cause, massage, hot/cold therapy, medication for pain/muscle relaxants
guaifenesin
expectorants- promotes elimination of mucus
HF
heart failure
Hct
hematocrit
Hgb
hemoglobin
repetitive stress disorder (RSD)
repetitive tasks, forceful exertions, vibrations, mechanical compression, and sustained uncomfortable positions can cause it
sx: pain, tingling, numbness, redness, loss of swelling
tx: medications, rest, splinting, massage, surgery
lorazepam
anxiolytics- reduce anxiety
HIPAA
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
GTT
glucose tolerance test
gtt
drop
Myopathy
muscle weakness, cramps, stiffness, spasms can result from different diseases
sx: same as above
tx: PT, meds, support, surgery, massage
methylphenidate
HPV
Human papillomavirus
HIV
Human immunodeficiency virus
I&D
incision and drainage
Anemia
excessive destruction of blood cells
sx: fatigue, dizziness, cold extremities, headache, irregular heartbeat
tx: depends on cause, medications
metformin
oral hypoglycemics-reduce blood glucose