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Numb
Numb, or numbness is a loss of the sensation of feeling in an area of the body. Numbness results from damage to, or impaired function of, the nerves that supply the affected area. The function of the nerves may be impaired by numerous…
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Show more- Autotransplantation The process of transplanting tissue from one part of the body to another in the same individual. The…
- Treatment, symptomatic Therapy that eases the symptoms without addressing the basic cause of the disease. For example, symptomatic…
- Multiple abortions Two or more miscarriages (spontaneous abortions) by a woman. Couples who have had multiple abortions have…
- Rickets, celiac Rickets caused by failure of the intestines to absorb calcium and fat from foods
- Mutation A permanent change, a structural alteration, in the DNA or RNA. In humans and many other organisms, mutations…
- Tapeworm infection, pork Known medically as cysticercosis, an infection caused by Taenia solium (the pork tapeworm). Infection occurs…
- Optic nerve The optic nerve connects the eye to the brain. The optic nerve carries the impulses formed by the retina, the…
- Ascites Abnormal buildup of fluid in the abdomen. Ascites can occur as a result of a number of conditions, including…
- Ligament, anterior cruciate See: Anterior cruciate ligament
- Progestin Any one of a group of steroid hormones that have the effect of progesterone
- Culture A culture is the propagation of microorganisms in a growth media. Any body tissue or fluid can be evaluated…
- Post-exposure prophylaxis A treatment administered following exposure to a harmful agent which attempts to block or reduce injury or…