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Nullification – the voluntary removal of body parts. Body parts that are commonly removed by those practicing body nullification include the penis, testicles, clitoris, labia and nipples. Sometimes people who desire a nullification may be diagnosed with gender dysphoria, body integrity identity disorder or apotemnophilia. [9]
Most biologics are injections so are not appropriate for use by someone with intense fear of needles. [4] A person with any infection should not use biologics. [4] Other contraindications for biologics include cancer, certain neurologic disorders, being pregnant or breastfeeding, history of heart failure, or history of tuberculosis. [4]
Shawn O'Hare (Body Modification artist) [9] Erik Sprague, "The Lizardman", (born 1972) with sharpened teeth, full-body tattoo of green scales, bifurcated tongue and green-inked lips; The Scary Guy, his nose, eyebrows and ears are pierced and tattoos cover 85 percent of his body. [10] Stalking Cat ("Cat man") born Dennis Avner; 1958–2012)
Body modification (or body alteration) is the deliberate altering of the human anatomy or human physical appearance. [1] In its broadest definition it includes skin tattooing, socially acceptable decoration (e.g., common ear piercing in many societies), and religious rites of passage (e.g., circumcision in a number of cultures), as well as the modern primitive movement.
Many drugs have more than one name and, therefore, the same drug may be listed more than once. Brand names and generic names are differentiated by capitalizing brand names. See also the list of the top 100 bestselling branded drugs , ranked by sales.
Most drugs classified as stimulants are sympathomimetic, meaning that they stimulate the sympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system. This leads to effects such as mydriasis (dilation of the pupils), increased heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate and body temperature. [ 6 ]
Sometimes drugs are formulated in an inactive form that is designed to break down inside the body to form the active drug. These are called prodrugs.The reasons for this type of formulation may be because the drug is more stable during manufacture and storage as the prodrug form, or because the prodrug is better absorbed by the body or has superior pharmacokinetics (e.g., lisdexamphetamine).
The substances most widely used in self-medication are over-the-counter drugs and dietary supplements, which are used to treat common health issues at home. These do not require a doctor's prescription to obtain and, in some countries, are available in supermarkets and convenience stores.