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"NLD" is more commonly referred to as "Necrobiosis Lipoidica" in the medical community. Necrobiosis Lipoidica
Also Known As: "Necrobiosis Lipoidica Diabeticorum"
A skin condition that usually appears on the lower legs and involves lesions that are raised, waxy and yellow with a purple border. Women are more often affected. While it is often a sign of diabetes (necrobiosis lipoidica diabeticorum), it can also occur in non-diabetics. More Information on Necrobiosis Lipoidica: Skin Discoloration
"NLEA" is more commonly referred to as "Nutrition Labeling and Education Act" in the medical community. Nutrition Labeling and Education Act
Amendment to the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act of 1938 that made major changes to the content and scope of the nutrition label and to other elements of food labels. Final regulations were published in 1993, and went into effect in 1994.
Also Known As: "N Methyl D Aspartate Receptor Antagonists"
A medication used in the treatment of moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease. It works by regulating glutamate (a neurotransmitter involved in information storage, retrieval and processing). Too much glutamate can damage nerve cells. More Information on NMDAs: Alzheimer's & Dementia
"NMR" is more commonly referred to as "MRI" in the medical community. MRI
Also Known As: "Nuclear Magnetic Resonance, Magnetic Resonance Imaging"
A safe and noninvasive imaging test that can help physicians diagnose diseases of numerous organs and vessels. It uses powerful magnets to produce images on a computer screen and film. More Information on MRI: Imaging Tests