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Originally used to indicate nearness to the kidney; now used in reference to the adrenal gland or its secretions. Cone-shaped glands that sit atop the kidneys that secrete the catecholamines epinephrine and norepinephrine as well as corticosteroids.  

In psychoanalytic theory, the belief that adolescence is invariably accompanied by behavioral or psychological upheaval. This is no longer thought to be inevitable or even the usual case.  

Inflammation of the adnexa uteri.  

Written requests to accept or deny mutually agreed upon deeds, statements, or assertions of a lawsuit.  

A ruling published by the executive or judicial branch of government that compels the taking of an action either to prevent the spread of disease, or to reduce an imminent public health hazard.  

Any transient sleep disorder (e.g., insomnia, hypersomnia) that occurs during periods of psychosocial upheaval or emotional stress.  

A device for holding together the ends of the wire forming a suture.  

A bariatric surgical treatment for obesity in which a Silastic belt encircles the proximal portion of the stomach, restricting the flow of food. The rest of the gastrointestinal tract is left unmodified. The belt initially permits the proximal stomach to hold just an ounce of food. The restriction gives patients a feeling of premature fullness…

To adapt to a different environment; to cope with new conditions or stressors.  

Infiltration of an inflammatory nature in and beneath subcutaneous adipose tissue.