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Heteromorphism
Something different in form. Chromosome heteromorphisms are normal variations in the appearance of chromosomes
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- TMJ syndrome Disorder of the temporo-mandibular joint(s) causing pain usually in front of the ear(s).
- Syphilis, congenital The third stage of syphilis, in which the syphilis spirochetes infect the brain and other organs of the body…
- Dip, wax A treatment for the symptoms of joint and muscle conditions, such as arthritis, that consists of melted…
- Paralysis, sleep Sleep: A frightening form of paralysis that occurs when a person suddenly finds himself or herself unable to…
- Face, masklike A surgical procedure designed to make the face appear younger by pulling loose facial skin taut. With age or…
- Antiseptic Something that discourages the growth microorganisms. By contrast, aseptic refers to the absence of…
- Selective Estrogen-Receptor Modulator (SERM) A 'designer estrogen' which possesses some, but not all, of the actions of estrogen. For example, raloxifene…
- Artery A vessel that carries blood high in oxygen content away from the heart to the farthest reaches of the body…
- Tissue, lymphoid A part of the body's immune system that helps protect it from bacteria and other foreign entities. Lymphoid…