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A genetic disorder characterized by recurring attacks of chills and fever that usually start before the first birthday and last for 4 to 6 days, usually accompanied by swollen glands in the neck and abdominal pain with vomiting or…
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- Lesbian suicide risk High rates of suicide have consistently been reported among homosexuals, particularly among adolescents and…
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- Fear of socializing Ial phobia): Excessive fear of embarrassment in social situations that is extremely intrusive and can have…
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- Receptor, visual The layer of rods and cones, the visual cells, of the retina
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- Osteotomy, block Surgical removal a section of bone