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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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- Lancet See: Lancing device.
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- Anesthetic, local An anesthetic that causes loss of feeling in a small part of the body
- Chronic arthritis, systemic-onset juvenile See: Arthritis, systemic-onset juvenile rheumatoid
- MCL (medial collateral ligament) of the knee The knee joint is surrounded by a joint capsule with ligaments strapping the inside and outside of the joint…
- Globus major The globus major is the head of the epididymis, the structure just behind the testis. The globus minor is the…
- Skin graft, pinch A graft technique in which very small squares of skin are attached to the area needing coverage, in hopes…
- Paroxysmal sleep Sleep: A neurological disorder marked by a sudden recurrent uncontrollable compulsion to sleep. Also known as…
- Helmet, bicycle A well-known but often neglected device designed to protect the head of a bicyclist. Helmets decrease the…
- Ocean itch An intensely itchy rash due to contact with the tiny thimble jellyfish (Linuche unguiculata). These jellyfish…
- Pyrosis A technical term for what is popularly called heartburn, a burning sensation in the upper abdomen. In many…