biologic death

biologic death,

death attributed to natural causes. In CPR terms, biologic death refers to permanent cellular damage, resulting from lack of oxygen, that is not reversible.

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biologic,

adj pertaining to biology.

biologic death,

n the permanent cessation of electrical activity in the central nervous system. Also called brain death.

biologic factors,

n the variables that influence life and living tissues.

biologic (permucosal) seal,

n the health-protecting zone between the living soft tissue and the post or implant in patients with full replacement dental work. Works to prevent bacteria and any other health-threatening organisms from breaching healthy tissue.

biologic science,

n the science that deals with life processes.

biologic value (BV),

n a number reached by comparing the amount of nitrogen retained with the amount absorbed to aid in determining protein quality.

biologic vector,

n the live carrier, usually an arthropod, in which an infectious organism matures prior to infecting a receiver.

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Patient discussion about biologic death.

Q. How do you overcome depression caused by the death of a loved-one? I have been in a relationship for 3 and a half years, and been living with my girlfriend that just passed on suddenly. I don't have many friends, probably enough for one hand to count. I have signed up for bereavement counseling and still waiting to. Is there anything else anyone can suggest to me, or even someone just to talk to on my down times. Please help me!!! Suggestions?.

A. Hi Daniel,
Im am so sorry for your loss. I know that words now have little relief for you. So many people are suffering from the debilitating loss of a loved one. You are not alone. If you need to talk to someone you can talk to me anytime- you can see my details on Imedix. Is there a chance that you can talk to a Doctor or professional about this? I know it might not be that much of help to you right this second but i think they can help a little during this time.

Q. Do dental caries really cause death in severe cases? its written in wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dental_caries i have a severe case of dental cavity. I’m scared

A. The only time a dental cavity can cause death is if the infection becomes severe and enters the blood stream, in which case it might spread to the vital organs. If you have not already talked to your doctor or dentist, do so right away--they should know if you need to be prescribed medication or otherwise treated to prevent the infection from spreading. Generally death is only a danger if a really severe infection is ignored; just talk to your dentist and make an appointment and you should be fine.

Q. Do dental caries really cause death in severe cases? its written in wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dental_caries i have a severe case of dental cavity. I’m scared

A. Basically, dental caries is an infection. That means bacterial growth. When it enters the blood stream the bacteria can travel around and sit on your heart, for example, and then to destroy it’s valves. Or it can get to the brain or what ever. The same way you can die from a contamination of a deep wound. But don’t get too excited, just go to the dentist.