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HDL Cholesterol (High Density Lipoprotein)
Also known as the "good" cholesterol, high density lipoproteins
transport cholesterol from the body's tissues to the liver so
that it can be eradicated in the bile. Combinations of lipids
(fats) and proteins, lipoproteins are the form in which lipids
are transported in the blood. The greater the level of HDL
cholesterol, the lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.
High Blood Pressure
Also known as hypertension; abnormally high pressure or tension
measured as resistance in the arteries to the force of heart contractions
resulting in pressure variances. Physical symptoms of high blood pressure
may include sweating, palpitations, headaches, dizziness or weight loss.
Hirsutism
Excess hair growth on the face, chest, abdomen, thumbs or toes
caused by overproduction or action of androgens (hormones
influencing masculine characteristics i.e. testosterone). A symptom of PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome).
Hormone
A chemical substance produced in the body that controls and regulates the activity of certain cells or organs.
Human Menopausal Gonadotropin (HMG)
HMG is a naturally occurring hormone found in the urine of post menopausal women. It is collected, isolated and sterilized, then used in fertility treatment. It is mixture of lutenizing hormone (LH) and follicle stimulating hormone (FSH).
Humegon (Menotropins-Injection)
A drug used in infertility treatment to induce ovarian
follicular growth; requires subsequent use of human chorionic
gonadotropin (hCG) to induce ovulation; also used to stimulate
sperm production in men.
Hyperandrogenism
Increased levels of male sex hormones in women, specifically
testosterone, androstenedione and dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate
(DHEAS) leading to the development of masculine sex
characteristics.
Hyperglycemia
Literally, too much (hyper) sugar (glykos) in the blood.
Hyperinsulimia
Elevated insulin in the blood.
Hyperlipidemia
High lipid (fat) levels in the blood.
Hypertension
Also known as high blood pressure; abnormally high pressure or
tension measured as resistance in the arteries to the force of
heart contractions resulting in pressure variances. Physical
symptoms of high blood pressure may include sweating,
palpitations, headaches, dizziness, or weight loss.
Hypertriglyceridemia
Abnormal elevation of triglycerides in the blood.
Hypothyroid
Deficiency of thyroid hormone which is normally made by the thyroid gland. This gland is located in the front of the neck.
Hysterectomy
The removal of the uterus. During a simple hysterectomy, only the uterus and cervix are removed. During a total hysterectomy, the uterus and cervix are removed along with the ovaries and fallopian tubes.
Hysteroscopic resection
The removal of fibroids from the inner wall of the uterus, with a fiberoptic device called a hysteroscope.
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