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"JDMS" is more commonly referred to as "Juvenile Dermatomyositis" in the medical community. Juvenile Dermatomyositis
A form of juvenile arthritis that involves skin rashes and muscle weakness. It involves inflammation of the blood vessels (vasculitis) and is a type of autoimmune disease. It can be mild, but can also cause potentially serious complications. More Information on Juvenile Dermatomyositis: Arthritis
A surgical procedure that connects the first part of the jejunum directly to the ileum, causing a large portion of the jejunum to become non-functional. It may be used to treat obesity. More Information on Jejunoileal Bypass: Bariatric Surgery
A type of Crohn's disease that causes inflammation in the middle portion of the small intestine (jejunum), interfering with nutrient absorption that takes place in that area. More Information on Jejunoileitis: Inflammatory Bowel (Colitis)
Also Known As: "Percutaneous Endoscopic Jejunostomy"
A feeding tube placed in the intestines (a type of enteral nutrition). It may be used for people who are unable to get enough nutrients from their diet due to prolonged vomiting, diarrhea or other conditions. More Information on Jejunostomy: Digestive Treatments
"Jewett Staging System" is more commonly referred to as "ABCD Rating" in the medical community. ABCD Rating
Also Known As: "ABCD Cancer Rating, Whitmore Jewett Staging System, ABCD Cancer Staging, ABCD Staging System"
A staging system for prostate cancer that uses ABCD to designate if the cancer has spread and how far. A and B indicate cancer remains in the prostate; C means cancer has not spread to the lymph nodes; D means cancer has invaded the nodes. More Information on ABCD Rating: Cancer Basics
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