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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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Rickets, celiac
Rickets caused by failure of the intestines to absorb calcium and fat from foods
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- Needle biopsy, stereotactic See: Stereotactic needle biopsy
- Fear of water An abnormal and persistent fear of water. Sufferers of aquaphobia experience anxiety even though they realize…
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- Loiasis The disease caused by the eye worm known as loa loa, a parasite that lives in humans and other primates…
- Megacolon An abnormally enlarged colon.
- Leukocyte count A white blood cell (WBC) count.
- LPA Little People of America. The abbreviation also for the left pulmonary artery