Category: D
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Dermatoneurosis
A skin condition that arises due to stress and emotional tension.
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Demonomania
A type of mental disorder where the individual believes they are possessed by a demon.
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Demoralization
The unusual depletion of mineral salts from the body.
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Dementia agitata
A type marked by intense excitement and hallucinations, commonly observed in schizophrenia.
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Delhi sore
A skin condition caused by the leishmaniasis bacteria, which is transmitted by a certain type of fly. The disease features ulcers that often become infected with additional bacteria. These secondary infections must be treated with penicillin before addressing the underlying leishmaniasis. Kala-azar is another disease within this group, all falling under the umbrella term of…
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Dehypnotize
To awaken from a hypnotic state.
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Deferred surgical shock
Shock that occurs after a delayed period following an accident, also known as delayed surgical shock.
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Deep x-ray
Employing X-rays for internal disease treatment.
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Decubitis
The patient’s lying flat in bed.
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Decline
A deterioration of physical health or a phase of reduced severity in a disease. The term “going into a decline” was once commonly used to describe someone succumbing to pulmonary tuberculosis.