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zoster – varicella zoster
See shingles.
zoster immune globulin (ZIG) or zoster immune plasma (ZIP)
making the infection less serious. Zoster immune globulin is given as an intramuscular injection while plasma is given intravenously.
x-rays
One form of radiation that can be used at low levels to produce an image of the body on film or at high levels to destroy cancer cells
white blood cells
Cells in your blood that are most important in fighting infection. Examples; neutrophils or “polys”, and lymphocytes (“lymphs”)
vomit
To eject the contents of your stomach through your mouth.
viruses
measles, mumps, chicken pox, and the common cold.
vertigo
Dizziness, especially the feeling that your surroundings are swirling.
vein
A blood vessel carrying blood which is relatively lacking in oxygen from the tissues towards your heart and lungs. Veins are used to draw blood samples and administer IV fluids because blood in veins is not under pressure.
