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Herpes simplex type 1
A herpes virus that causes cold sores and fever blisters in and around the mouth. Here is a depiction of a typical fever blister caused by herpes simplex 1: NTER> In rare cases, as when someone's immune system is severely compromised, this…
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- Sharp Medical slang for a needle or similar pointed object
- Theorem, Bayes See: Bayes theorem
- Vertigo, recurrent aural A condition, also known as Meniere's disease, with recurrent vertigo accompanied by ringing in the ears…
- Vitamin D3 A vitamin produced by the body when exposed to ultraviolet light or obtained from dietary sources. Vitamin D3…
- Flashing 'Flashing,' or exhibitionism is characterized by intense, sexually arousing fantasies, urges or behaviors…
- EDC Estimated date of confinement, the estimated calendar date when the baby will be born
- Food irradiation A food safety technology designed to eliminate disease-causing germs from foods. Treating food with ionizing…
- Fusion, spinal See: Spinal fusion
- Swallowing syncope The temporary loss of consciousness upon swallowing. Syncope is the temporary loss of consciousness or, in…
- Aneurysm, renal An aneurysm involving the kidney. An aneurysm is a localized widening (dilatation) of an artery, vein, or the…