Hematura
Blood in the urine.
 

Hemolytic
A substance which destroys red blood cells breaking them open with the release of hemoglobin into the surrounding fluid.
 

Hemorrhoids
Distended veins in the lining of the anus that may become enlarged and produce pain, swelling or bleeding.
 

Hemostatic
Herbs that stop or slow bleeding, used either internally or externally.
 

Hepatic
Term used to indicate that the liver is involved or for herbs that support and stimulate the liver, gall bladder and spleen, and increase the flow of bile.
 

Hiatal, Hiatus, Hernia
Displacement of the upper part of the stomach into the thorax through the esophageal hiatus of the diaphragm.
 

Homeostasis
Equilibrium of internal environment despite changes in the external environment.
 

Hydragogue
Promotes watery evacuation of the bowels.
 

Hyperglycemia
An abnormal concentration of sugar in the blood.
 

Hypertensive
Used to increase blood pressure or medical condition where the blood pressure is chronically elevated. .
 

Hypotensive
Used to reduce blood pressure.