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Andrology
The branch of medicine concerned with men's health, particularly male infertility and sexual dysfunction. Andrology is literally the study of man (Greek andros, man). It is the male counterpart of gynecology
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- Ectopia cordis A type of birth defect in the heart is abnormally located. In ectopia cordis, the heart usually protrudes…
- Morphia Another name for morphine. Both morphia and morphine come from the name of Morpheus, the ancient god of sleep…
- Fasciitis, plantar Inflammation of the plantar fascia (fasciitis), the 'bowstring-like' tissue stretching from the heel…
- Capsule >In medicine, a membranous structure that envelops an organ, a joint, tumor, or any other part of the body…
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