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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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Show more- Macular vision The macula is a special area in the center of the retina, the light-sensitive layer of tissue at the back of…
- Erb's palsy See: Erb palsy
- Immunosuppression Suppression of the immune system. Immunosuppression may result from certain diseases such as AIDS or lymphoma…
- Mimesis Imitation or mimicry. Mimesis in medicine refers to the hysterical simulation of organic disease and to the…
- Bruise A bruise or 'contusion' is an traumatic injury of the soft tissues which results in breakage of the local…
- Spider bites Bites from spiders. These are usually irritating, but not poisonous. Localized reddening and swelling are…
- Tricuspid Having three flaps or cusps. The valve that is called the tricuspid valve is situated between the right…
- Obstetrician/gynecologist An obstetrician is a physician who delivers babies and is in the practice of obstetrics while a gynecologist…
- Subcutaneous Under the skin. 'Subcutaneous' implies just under the skin. With a subcutaneous injection, a needle is…
- Aldrec Trade name of the insecticide aldrin. See: Aldrin and dieldrin
- Ephedra A medicinal herb, known scientifically as Ephedra sinica and Ephedra equisetina, also known as mahuang and…
- Shin splint An inflammatory condition of the front part of the tibia (the big bone in the lower leg) that results from…