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Rubor
Redness, one of the four classic signs of inflammation (together with dolor, calor, and tumor). From the Latin rubor, heat. See also: Dolor; Calor; Tumor
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- Cannabinoid A chemical compound in cannabis. or marijuana. Tetrahydrocannabinol is one of the cannabinoids
- Junk DNA Noncoding regions of DNA that have no apparent function. The term 'junk DNA' is a disparaging one, expressing…
- Kidney One of a pair of organs located in the right and left side of the abdomen which clear 'poisons' from the…
- Melena Stools or vomit stained black by blood pigment or dark blood products.
- Empyema The presence of pus in the pleural space which is between the outer surface of the lung and the chest wall…
- Neurology The medical specialty concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the nervous system -- the…
- Sanguine 1) Having a ruddy (reddish) complexion. 2) Cheerful, hopeful, confident, and optimistic; impulsive. The word…
- Partial hysterectomy Hysterectomy: In a partial hysterectomy, the uterus is surgically removed but the cervix is left in place…