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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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MAOI
Monoamine oxidase inhibitor. One of a potent class of medications used to treat depression
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- Burning mouth syndrome An intense burning sensation on the tongue, often at the tip of the tongue. The burning mouth syndrome tends…
- Embryonal carcinoma A malignant germ cell tumor that occurs most often in the testes and accounts for about 40% of testicular…
- Ray, Roentgen See: Roentgen ray
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- Materteral 1. Literally, relating to a maternal aunt.2. Figuratively, suggestive of an aunt on either side of the…