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is a precancerous skin growth that occurs on sun-damaged skin. |
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is a genetic condition characterized by a deficiency or the absence of pigment in the skin, hair, and irises of the eyes.
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aka "Baldness"
is the partial or complete loss of hair, most commonly on the scalp. |
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aka "lid lift"
is the surgical reduction of the upper and lower eyelids by removing excess fat, skin, and muscle. |
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is a large blister, less than 0.5 cm in diameter, containing watery fluid. |
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is a cluster of connected furuncles. |
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is an acute, rapidly spreading infection within the connective tissues that is characterized by malaise, swelling, warmth, and red streaks. |
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aka "Mask of pregnancy"
is a pigmentation disorder characterized by brownish spots on the face. |
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is a normal scar resulting from the healing of a wound. |
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is a non-infected lesion formed by the buildup of sebum and keratin in a hair follicle. |
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is the removal of dirt, foreign objects, damaged tissue, and cellular debris from a wound to prevent infection and to promote healing. |
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inflammation of the skin.
Dermat- skin
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is a precancerous skin growth that occurs on sun-damaged skin. |
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aka "Bruise"
is a large, irregular area of purplish discoloration due to bleeding under the skin.
ecchym- pouring out of juice
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is a form of persistent or recurring dermatitis that is usually characterized by redness, itching, and dryness, with possible blistering, cracking, oozing, or bleeding. |
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is redness of the skin due to capillary dilation.
Erythem- flushed
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is abnormal redness of the entire skin surface.
Erythr/o- red
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is a condition in which there is widespread scaling of the skin, often with pruritus, erythroderma, and hair loss. |
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is an inflammation of the hair follicles. |
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aka "Boils"
are large, tender, swollen areas caused by a staphylococcal infection or other disease. |
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is a general term used to describe small, knot-like swellings of granulation tissue in the epidermis. |
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which is usually caused by an injury, is a swelling of clotted blood trapped in the tissues.
Hemat- blood
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is the presence of excessive body and facial hair in women, usually occurring in a male pattern. |
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is a group of hereditary disorders characterized by dry, thickened, and scaly skin.
Ichthy- dry or scaly
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is a highly contagious bacterial skin infection that commonly occurs in children. |
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is an abnormally thickened scar that expands beyond the boundaries of the incision.
Kel- growth or tumor
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is any skin growth, such as a wart or a callus, in which there is overgrowth and thickening of the skin.
Kerat- hard or horny
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aka "Spoon Nail"
is a malformation of the nails in which the outer surface is concave or scooped out like the bowl of a spoon. |
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aka "Painful fat syndrome"
is a chronic abnormal condition that is characterized by the accumulation of fat and fluid in the tissues just under the skin of the hips and legs. |
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is a benign, slow-growing fatty tumor located between the skin and the muscle layer. |
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aka "Lupus"
is an autoimmune disorder characterized by a red, scaly rash on the face and upper trunk. |
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aka "Macula"
is a discolored, flat spot that is less than 1 cm in diameter. |
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aka "Melanoma"
is a type of skin cancer that occurs in the melanocytes. |
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aka "Heat Rash"
is an intensely itchy rash caused by blockage of the sweat glands by bacteria and dead cells. |
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aka "Flesh eating bacteria"
is a severe infection caused by a Group A strep bacteria |
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is a fungal infection of the nail. |
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is a benign, superficial wart-like growth on the epithelial tissue or elsewhere in the body, such as in the bladder. |
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is a small, raised red lesion that is less than 0.5 cm in diameter and does not contain pus. |
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is an acute or chronic infection of the skin fold around the nail. |
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aka "Lice"
is an infestation of lice.
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are very small, pinpoint hemorrhages that are less than 2 mm in diameter. |
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aka "Itching"
is associated with most forms of dermatitis. |
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is a common skin disorder characterized by flare-ups in which red papules covered with silvery scales occur on the elbows, knees, scalp, back, or buttocks. |
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is the appearance of multiple purple discolorations on the skin causes by bleeding underneath the skin.
Purpur- purple
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means producing or containing pus. |
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aka "Facelift"
is the surgical removal of excess skin and fat around the face to eliminate wrinkles. |
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aka "Adult Acne"
is characterized by tiny red pimples and broken blood vessels. |
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is a skin infection caused by an infestation with the itch mite, which caused small, itchy bumps and blisters due to tiny mites that burrow into the top layer of human skin to lay their eggs. |
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is an autoimmune disorder in which the connective tissues become thickened and hardened, causing the skin to become hard and swollen. |
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is overactivity of the sebaceous glands that results in the production of an excessive amount of sebum. |
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originates as a malignant tumor of the scaly squamous cells of the epithelium; however, it can quickly spread to other body systems. |
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is a soft, raisedm dark-reddish-purple birthmark.
Hem- blood
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aka "Ringworm"
is a fungal infection that can grow on the skin, hair, or nails. |
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aka "Hives"
are itchy wheals caused by an allergic reaction. |
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aka "Warts"
are small, hard skin lesions caused by the human papilloma virus. |
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is a skin condition resulting from the destruction of the melanocytes due to unknown causes. |
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aka "Welt"
is a small bump that itches. |
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aka "Xerosis"
is excessively dry skin. |
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is abnormal enlargement of the extremities (hands and feet) that is caused by excessive secretion of growth hormone after puberty. |
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occurs when the adrenal gland do not produce enough of the hormones cortisol or aldosterone. |
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is the inflammation of the adrenal glands. |
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regulates the salt and water levels in the body by increasing sodium reabsorption and potassium excretion by the kidneys. |
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Secreted by the hypothalamus, then stored and released from the pituitary gland, helps control blood pressure by reducing the amount of water that is excreted. |
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Works with the parathyroid hormone to regulate calcium levels in the blood and tissues. |
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aka "Radioactive Iodine Therapy"
is the administration of radioactive iodine to destroy thyroid cells. |
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is a disorder of the adrenal glands due to excessive production of aldosterone. |
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Regulates the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins in the body. Also has an anti-inflammatory action. |
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is a congenital form of hypothyroidism. |
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aka "Hypercortisolism"
is caused by prolonged exposure to high levels of cortisol. |
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is caused by insufficient production of the antidiuretic hormone or by the inability of the kidneys to respond appropriately to this hormone. |
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is a group of metabolic disorders characterized by hyperglycemia resulting from defects in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both. |
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occurs when diabetes damages the tiny blood vessels in the retina, causing blood to leak into the posterior segment of the eyeball. |
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are mineral substances, such as sodium and potassium, that are normally founded in the blood. |
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Stimulates the sympathetic nervous system. |
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Develops and maintains the female secondary sex characteristics and regulates the menstrual cycle. |
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is an abnormal protrusion of the eyeball out of the orbit. |
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In the female, stimulates the secretion of estrogen and the growth of ova (eggs). In the male, stimulates the production of sperm. |
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measures average glucose levels over the past 3 weeks. |
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is a form of diabetes mellitus that occurs during some pregnancies. |
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aka "Giantism"
is abnormal overgrowth of the entire body that is caused by excessive secretion of the growth hormone BEFORE puberty. |
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Increases the level of glucose in the bloodstream. |
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aka "Blood Sugar"
is the basic form of energy used by the body. |
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is the form in which the liver stores the excess glucose. |
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which is an autoimmune disorder that is caused by hyperthyroidism, is characterized by goiter and/or exophthalmos. |
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is the condition of excessive mammary development in the male. |
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aka "Chronic Lymphocytic Thyroiditis"
is an autoimmune disease in which the body's own antibodies attack and destroy the cells of the thyroid gland. |
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is characterized by abnormally high concentrations of calcium circulating in the blood instead of being stored in the bones. |
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is a condition due to excessive secretion of any gland, especially an endocrine gland. |
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is an abnormally high concentration of glucose in the blood. |
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is the condition of excessive secretion of insulin in the bloodstream. |
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is pathology resulting in the excessive secretion by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland. |
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aka "Thyrotoxicosis"
is an imbalance of metabolism caused by the overproduction of thyroid hormones. |
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is an abnormally low concentration of glucose in the blood. |
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aka "Underactive Thyroid"
is caused by a deficiency of thyroid secretion. |
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is a benign tumor of the pancreas that causes hypoglycemia by secreting additional insulin. |
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Interstitial cell-stimulating hormone |
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Stimulates ovulation in the female. Stimulates the secretion of testosterone in the male. |
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Laparoscopic adrenalectomy |
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is a minimally invasive procedure to surgically remove one or both adrenal glands. |
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is a hormone secreted by adipocytes (fat cells). |
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In females, stimulates ovulation. In the male, stimulates testosterone secretion. |
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aka "Adult Hypothyroidism"
is caused by extreme deficiency of thyroid secretion. |
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Stimulates the sympathetic nervous system. |
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Stimulates uterine contractions during childbirth. It also causes milk to flow from the mammary glands after childbirth. |
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is an inflammation of the pancreas. |
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is a benign tumor of the adrenal medulla that causes the gland to produce excess epinephrine. |
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is a tumor of the pineal gland that can disrupt the production of melatonin. |
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is any disorder of pituitary function. |
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aka "Pituitary tumor"
is a slow-growing, benign tumor of the pituitary gland. |
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Completes preparation of the uterus for possible pregnancy. |
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aka "Prolactin-producing adenoma"
is a benign tumor of the pituitary gland that causes it to produce too much prolactin. |
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Stimulates the development of male secondary sex characteristics. |
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is the surgical removal of the thymus gland. |
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is an inflammation if the thymus gland. |
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Plays an important role in the immune system. |
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Regulates rate of metabolism |
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is an abnormal absence of menstrual periods for 3 or more months. |
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is a surgical puncture with a needle to obtain a specimen of amniotic fluid. |
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aka "Male Menopause"
is marked by the decrease of the male hormone testosterone. |
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is a scale of 1-10 to evaluate a newborn infant's physical status at 1 and 5 minutes after birth. |
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is the absence of sperm in the semen. |
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aka "Precancerous lesions"
is the growth of abnormal cells in the cervix, which can be detected by a pap smear. |
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is an inflammation of cervix that is usually caused by an infection. |
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which is caused by the bacterium "Chlamydia trachomatis", is the most commonly reported STD in the US. |
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is the examination of cells retrieved from the chorionic villi, which are minute, vascular projections on the chorion. |
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is a specialized form of milk that delivers essential nutrients and antibodies in a form that the newborn can digest. |
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aka "Vaginofixation"
is the surgical fixation of a prolapsed vagina to a surrounding structure such as the abdominal wall. |
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is the visual examination of the tissues of the cervix and vagina. |
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is pain caused by uterine cramps during a menstrual period. |
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which is more serious form of preeclampsia, is characterized by convulsions and sometimes coma. |
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aka "Extrauterine pregnancy"
is a potentially dangerous condition in which a fertilized egg is implanted and begins to develop outside of the uterus. |
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is an inflammation of the mucous membrane lining of the cervix. |
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is a condition in which patches of endometrial tissue escape the uterus and become attached to other structures in the pelvic cavity. |
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is the inflammation of the epididymis that is frequently caused by the spread of infection from the urethra or the bladder. |
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is a surgical incision made through the perineum to enlarge the vaginal orifice to prevent tearing of the tissues as the infant moves out of the birth canal. |
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is a round, firm, rubbery mass that arises from excess growth of glandular and connective tissue in the breast. |
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Fibrocystic breast disease |
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is the presence of single or multiple benign cysts in the breasts. |
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is the production of breast milk in a women who is not breast feeding. |
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is a highly contagious condition caused by the bacterium "Neisseria gonorrhea". |
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is the presence of blood in the seminal fluid. |
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is a fluid-filled sac in the scrotum along the spermatic cord leading from the testicles. |
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is an unusually small amount of menstrual flow during a shortened regular menstrual period. |
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is the surgical removal to the uterus. |
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is a radiographic examination of the uterus and fallopian tubes. |
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is the direct visual examination of the interior of the uterus and the fallopian tubes. |
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is a profuse, whitish mucus discharge from the uterus and vagina. |
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aka "Mastodynia"
is pain in the breast. |
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is mammoplasty to affix sagging breasts in a more elevated positions. |
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is the beginning of the menstrual function. |
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aka "Intermenstrual bleeding"
is excessive uterine bleeding at both the usual time or menstrual periods and at other irregular intervals. |
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is an abnormal discharge, such as mucus or pus, from the uterus. |
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a baby during the first 4 weeks after birth. |
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is a women who has never been pregnant. |
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is a women who has never borne a viable child. |
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is a physician who specializes in providing medical care to women during pregnancy, childbirth, and immediately thereafter. |
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is the term used to describe infrequent or very light menstruation in a women with previous normal periods. |
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is the surgical removal of one or both testicles. |
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is endoscopic surgery to move an undescended testicle into normal position in the scrotum. |
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aka "Oophorectomy"
is the surgical removal of one or both ovaries. |
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is the rupture of an ovary. |
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is the term used to distinguish the transition phase between regular menstrual periods and no periods at all. |
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aka "Penile curvature"
is a form of sexual dysfunction in which the penis is bent or curved during erection. |
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is the abnormal implantation of the placenta in the lower portion of the uterus. |
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Polycystic ovary syndrome |
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is any inflammation of the female reproductive organs that is not associated with surgery or pregnancy. |
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aka "Toxemia"
is a complication of pregnancy characterized by hypertension, edema, and proteinuria. |
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is a painful erection that lasts 4 hours or more but is not accompanied by sexual excitement. |
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a women during her first pregnancy. |
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a women who has borne one viable child. |
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is a condition of severe itching of the external female genitalia. |
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is the surgical removal of a fallopian tube and ovary. |
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is caused by the bacterium "Treponema pallidum", Syphilis is highly contagious and is passed from person to person through direct contact with a chancre, which is a sore caused by Syphilis. |
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aka "Trich"
is an infection caused by the protozoan parasite "Trichomonas vaginalis", one of the most common symptoms in infected women is a thin, frothy, yellow-green, foul-smelling vaginal discharge. |
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aka "Pelvic floor hernia"
is the condition in which the uterus slides from its normal position in the pelvic cavity and sags into the vagina. |
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is a knot of varicose veins in one side of the scrotum. |
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aka "Vesectomy Reversal"
is a procedure performed as an attempt to restore fertility to a vasectomized male. |
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