Category: N

In a supine infant, rotation of the trunk in the same direction as that in which the head is turned. This reflex appears at age 4 to 6 months and is no longer obtainable by age 2 years.  

Construction of an artificial vagina after the vagina has been removed because of cancer, or trauma of the pelvic area. The tissue used may be obtained from muscle and skin tissue from the abdomen. Normal sexual function is possible after the area has healed.  

A small depression on the floor of the nasal cavity near the nasal septum, lying immediately over the incisive foramen.  

Radioactivity emitted by elements in the environment, such as radon in soil. It may include alpha particles, beta particles, or gamma rays.    

Electromagnetic radiation that does not readily ionize atoms such as that in visible light, ultraviolet light, infrared light, microwaves, ultrasound, and radiofrequency emissions.  

A visible pulsation in the capillaries under the nails.  

The most common form of psoriasis with disks and plaques of varying sizes on the extremities and trunk. There may be a great number of lesions or a solitary lesion.  

A health care professional who is licensed to provide healing services that complement or supplement those provided by a physician. Examples include midwives, nurse practitioners, optometrists, physican assistants, physical or occupational therapists, psychologists, social workers, and chiropractors. In many settings, physicians and non-physician providers evaluate and treat the same patients. Most states limit the practice…

Loss of massive amounts of protein in the urine (more than 3 g/day).  

A protein in its natural state; one that has not been denatured.