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Meibomitis
See: Meibomianitis
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- Cancer of the cervix See: Cervical cancer
- Isotonic solution A solution that has the same salt concentration as the normal cells of the body and the blood. As opposed to…
- Lateral epicondylitis See: Tennis elbow
- Ringworm of the nails Ringworm of the nails: The most common fungus infection of the nails, also called onychomycosis…
- Esophageal cancer Esophageal cancer: A malignant tumor of the esophagus. The risk of cancer of the esophagus is increased by…
- Knuckle The dorsal aspect of the flexed metacarpophalangeal joint. Knuckle may be shorter and simpler to say.
- Athlete's feet See: Athlete's foot
- Peromyscus leucopus See: White-footed mouse
- Cul-de-sac A viewer writes regarding the term 'cul-de-sac': 'I know we live on one. Is there a medical meaning for it?'…
- Medicine, family Also called family practice. The medical specialty which provides continuing and comprehensive health care…