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Paralysis of the muscles of the upper arm due to injury of the fifth and sixth cervical roots, of the brachial plexus. The hand muscles are unaffected.  

A synthetic radioactive element, atomic number 105.  

An inherited defect of bile metabolism that causes retention of conjugated bilirubin in hepatic cells. The patient is asymptomatic except for mild intermittent jaundice. No treatment is required. Dubin-Johnson syndrome is an inherited condition that results from an autosomal recessive genetic trait. The main feature of this disorder is persistent, mild jaundice, leading to yellowing…

Rapid rhythmic contractions of a group or groups of muscles.  

An antidepressant medication that works by blocking the reuptake of both serotonin and norepinephrine.  

In obstetrics and reproductive health, a method of contraception, e.g., the use of condoms, that also provides some protection against sexually transmitted diseases.  

In the U.S. health care system, meeting the qualifications that grant a person access to both Medicare and Medicaid insurance.  

An inhaler that administers tiny particles of medication to the airways. Dry powder inhalers are used to treat diseases such as asthma and chronic obstructive lung disease.  

A measure of volume for dry commodities.  

Calcified bodies located on the optic nerve head, which can give the mistaken appearance of optic nerve edema.