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Dystonia, focal, due to torticollis
See: Focal dystonia due to torticollis
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- Neurological Having to do with the nerves or the nervous system
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- Drug, antimicrobial A drug used to treat a microbial infection. The term 'antimicrobial' is a general one that refers to a group…
- Antifungal agent A drug used to treat fungal infections. Examples of antifungal drugs include miconazole (MONISTAT) and…
- Ventilation, positive pressure The provision of oxygen under pressure by a mechanical respirator, a machine designed to improve the exchange…