Glossary
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Health Information for Body, Mind and Spirit
- A Holistic Approach to Health
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fallopian tubes — part of the female reproductive system, these tubes carry eggs from the
ovaries to the uterus (or womb).
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) — a federal regulation that allows eligible employees to
take up to 12 work weeks of unpaid leave during any 12 month period for the serious health
condition of the employee, parent, spouse or child, or for pregnancy or care of a newborn child,
or for adoption or foster care of a child.
fatigue — a feeling of lack of energy, weariness or tiredness.
fatty tissue — connective tissue that contains stored fat. Also referred to as adipose tissue.
Fatty tissue in the breast protects the breast from injury.
feces — waste eliminated from the bowels.
fever — body temperature is raised above normal and is usually a sign of infection or illness.
flat nipple — a nipple that cannot be compressed outward, does not protrude or become erect
when stimulated or cold.
flu — Flu Terms Defined
follicle — each month, an egg develops inside the ovary in a fluid filled pocket called a follicle.
This follicle releases the egg into the fallopian tube.
follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) — a hormone produced by the pituitary gland. In women, it
helps control the menstrual cycle and the production of eggs by the ovaries.
foot ailments commonly seen
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fallopian tubes — part of the female reproductive system, these tubes carry eggs from the
ovaries to the uterus (or womb).
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) — a federal regulation that allows eligible employees to
take up to 12 work weeks of unpaid leave during any 12 month period for the serious health
condition of the employee, parent, spouse or child, or for pregnancy or care of a newborn child,
or for adoption or foster care of a child.
fatigue — a feeling of lack of energy, weariness or tiredness.
fatty tissue — connective tissue that contains stored fat. Also referred to as adipose tissue.
Fatty tissue in the breast protects the breast from injury.
feces — waste eliminated from the bowels.
fever — body temperature is raised above normal and is usually a sign of infection or illness.
flat nipple — a nipple that cannot be compressed outward, does not protrude or become erect
when stimulated or cold.
flu — Flu Terms Defined
- Seasonal (or common) flu is a respiratory illness that can be transmitted person to
person. Most people have some immunity, and a vaccine is available.
Avian (or bird) flu is caused by influenza viruses that occur naturally among wild birds.
The H5N1 variant is deadly to domestic fowl and can be transmitted from birds to
humans. There is no human immunity and no vaccine is available.
Pandemic flu is virulent human flu that causes a global outbreak, or pandemic, of
serious illness. Because there is little natural immunity, the disease can spread easily
from person to person. Currently, there is no pandemic flu.
follicle — each month, an egg develops inside the ovary in a fluid filled pocket called a follicle.
This follicle releases the egg into the fallopian tube.
follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) — a hormone produced by the pituitary gland. In women, it
helps control the menstrual cycle and the production of eggs by the ovaries.
foot ailments commonly seen
- athlete's foot
A skin disease that can spread from the feet to other parts of the body and is caused by
fungus. This disease doesn't typically spread from person to person. Signs are dry,
scaly skin; itching; inflammation; and blisters.
- blisters
Caused by skin friction, especially from poorly fitting shoes.
bunions
Misaligned big toe joints that can become swollen and tender. The first joint of the big
toe slants outward, angling the big toe toward other toes. Bunions tend to run in
families, but can be aggravated by tight shoes.
corns and calluses
Protective layers of dead skin cells. Calluses appear on the soles of the feet, and corns
appear on top of toes. They are caused by friction from skin rubbing and shoes.
fungal nails
Discolored toenails. Infection can spread to other nails. Fungal infection can be picked
up in damp areas like swimming pools and locker rooms. Clean, dry feet help prevent it.
hammertoes
The toes are bent like a claw. This condition occurs most frequently with the second toe
because of bunion slanting. It can be caused by muscle imbalance or can be made
worse by tight shoes or tight socks.
heel spurs
Calcium growths on the underside of the foot bones often associated with plantar
fasciitis. Pain may occur if there is inflammation.
ingrown toenails
Nails whose corners or sides dig painfully into skin, often causing infection. Can be
caused by improper nail trimming, pressure from shoes that are too small, injury,
fungus infection, heredity, and poor foot structure.
neuroma
Enlarged benign growths of nerves, most commonly between the third and fourth toes.
This nerve condition is caused by bones rubbing against and irritating the nerves. It is
also caused by abnormal bone structure or pressure from poorly fitting shoes. It may
cause pain, burning, or numbness between toes and in the ball of the foot.
plantar fasciitis
Stretching or tearing of the plantar fascia, which runs along the bottom of the foot and
supports the arch of the foot.
warts
Caused by a virus that enters the skin through small cuts and infects the skin. Children
tend to be more susceptible than adults. Most warts are harmless, though they can be
unsightly and painful. They can be caused by walking barefoot on dirty ground.
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