Category: A
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Aeroallergen
A particle of dust, pollen, or powder that stimulates an immune response in a sensitive person. An airborne allergen.
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Aerated
Containing air or gas.
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Aedes triseriatus
A species that transmits Jamestown Canyon virus, La Crosse virus, and other California encephalitis viruses.
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Aedes
A genus of mosquitoes belonging to the family Culicidae. Many species are troublesome pests and some transmit disease. Within the realm of disease-spreading mosquitoes, there exists a genus that demands attention. Numerous species belonging to the genus AEDES play a significant role in the transmission of crucial viral infections. Notably, AEDES AEGYPTI stands out as…
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Aeby’s plane
A plane perpendicular to the median plane of the cranium through the basion and nasion.
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Adynamia
Weakness or loss of strength, especially due to muscular or cerebellar disease.
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Advisory
A report issued by a drug manufacturer or governmental agency about a medical product that may cause serious injury or death to patients.
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Advanced medical life support
A course offered by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians that teaches health care providers how to recognize and respond effectively to common medical complaints and crises.
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Advance
To carry out the surgical procedure of advancement,
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Adult polyglucosan body disease
A rare neurological syndrome that results in peripheral nerve injury, upper motor neuron signs, bowel and bladder dysfunction, and sometimes, familial early-onset dementia. It is caused by the deposition of polyglucosan bodies in skin, central nervous system tissues, peripheral nerves, or sweat glands.