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Wax blockage is obstruction of the ear canal with cerumen (wax).
Review Date:
10/20/2006
Wax is a greasy or oily solid that melts in heat. This article discusses poisoning due to swallowing large amounts of wax or crayons.
Review Date:
1/22/2007
A WBC count is a blood test to measure the number of white blood cells (WBCs).White blood cells help fight infections. They are also called leukocytes. There are five major types of white blood cells:BasophilsEosinophilsLymphocytes (T cells and B cells)MonocytesNeutrophilsSee also: Blood differential
Review Date:
3/8/2007
A WBC scan is a nuclear scan in which a radioactive material is attached to a sample of white blood cells. It is done to locate areas of infection or inflammation.
Review Date:
7/17/2007
Weakness is a reduction in the strength of one or more muscles.
Review Date:
7/17/2007
Webbing of the fingers and toes is called syndactyly. It refers to the connection of two or more fingers or toes. Webbing usually only involves a skin connection between the two areas, but in rare cases may involve the connection (fusion) of bones.
Review Date:
11/9/2007
Wegener's granulomatosis is a rare disorder in which certain blood vessels become swollen and inflamed. The inflammation makes it hard for blood to flow. The disease mainly affects the blood vessels in the nose, sinuses, ears, lungs, and kidneys, although other areas may be involved.
Review Date:
5/30/2007
Unintentional weight gain is an increase in body weight that occurs when a person takes in more calories than the body needs or uses, causing increased fat storage.
Review Date:
4/26/2007
Review Date:
7/17/2007
Unintentional weight loss is a decrease in body weight that is not voluntary. In other words, you did not try to loss the weight by dieting or exercising. See: Intentional weight loss
Review Date:
1/22/2007