Preterm birthIs the birth of a baby at fewer than 37 weeks gestational age. |
ProteinProteins are complex organic compounds, made up of chains of amino acids. |
PsoriasisIs an autoimmune disease characterized by red, itchy and scaly patches of skin. These patches may only cover certain parts or even the whole body. It is thought to be a genetic disease triggered by envrionmental factors, e.g. medication or stress. There is no cure, but the symptoms can be controlled. |
Refractory sprueIf symptoms and signs of celiac disease do not resolve or re-occur although a strict gluten-free diet has been kept, healtcare professionals call this state refractory sprue. |
RemissionThe period during which the symptoms/signs of a disease abate or subside. |
RicketsSoftening of the bones in children, usually caused by vitamin D deficiency. It can result in frequent bone fractures and deformation of bones, for example bowed legs. |
RotavirusVirus that causes severe diarrhea, particularly in infants. |
SedationAn anesthetic drug is injected to make the patient quiet or sleep. |
Selective IgA deficiencyA primary immunodeficiency characterized by an undetectable level of immunoglobulin A (IgA) in the blood and secretions, but no other immunoglobulin deficiencies. Immunoglobulin is another word for antibody. |
Skin prick testing |