Category: A
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Anthralin
A synthetic hydrocarbon refined from anthracine. It is used in ointment form for treating various skin diseases (e.g., fungal infections and eczema).
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Anthracosilicosis
A form of pneumoconiosis in which carbon and silica deposits accumulate in the lungs due to coal dust inhalation.
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Anthracene
A hydrocarbon obtained from distilling coal tar. It is used in manufacturing dyes. Compounds of plant origin composed of an aglycone derived from the anthracene nucleus linked to one or more sugars. A compound obtained from coal, employed in the production of specific dyes and laxatives.
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Anthophobia
Morbid dislike or fear of flowers.
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Anthemis
A genus of aromatic flowering plants.
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Anterior drawer test
A test for anterior cruciate ligament rupture. It is positive if anterior glide of the tibia is increased.
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Antepyretic
Before the development of fever.
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Antepartal
Period of pregnancy between conception and onset of labor, used with reference to the mother.
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Antemortem statement
Declaration made by an individual immediately preceding death.
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Antegrade
Moving forward or in the same direction as the flow.