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The most complete online medical dictionary: 16,436 terms covering anatomy, physiology, pathologies, diagnostic exams, pharmacology and every clinical specialty.
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- Postmenopause The period of time after the menopause. The postmenopause is formally defined as the time after which a woman…
- Tylosis A callus or thickening. See: Tylosis with esophageal cancer
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