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Hamartia
Defect in development due to abnormal tissue combination.
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Halophil
Microorganism favoring a high-salt environment for growth; also called halophile.
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Hairy tongue
Dark overgrowth of the papillae (tiny projections) of the tongue that is a side effect of some antibiotics; dark overgrowth of the papillae (tiny projections) of the tongue that is a side effect of some antibiotics; it is benign and gradually subsides; also called furry tongue; black tongue. A tongue covered with hair-like papillae entangled…
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Guiac test
Chemical test of stool for blood, especially blood that is not visible to the naked eye (occult blood). If the test is positive, the stool is classified as guiac-positive. Testing stool for occult blood is a routine part of the physical exam in patients over 40 years of age as a screen for colon cancer.…
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Guanabenz
Antihypertensive that reduces blood pressure via its effect on the central nervous system. Adverse effects include dry mouth and drowsiness.
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Gross
Visible to the unaided eye, as a gross (vs. microscopic) examination.
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Griseofulvin
Generic name for commonly used oral antifungal drug. An antifungal drug used to treat infections such as fungal infections of nails and hair follicles. Griseofulvin works by interfering with the fungal cell division and may inhibit DNA replication. Griseofulvin is available as tablets, capsules, and liquid. An antibiotic administered by mouth to treat fungal infections of…
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Graphospasm
Pain in the hand and arm due to prolonged writing; also called writer’s cramp.
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Goose bump
Colloquial term for a skin reaction occurring in cold, fright, or stress; the arrector pili contract, causing the hairs of the skin to stand up; also called gooseflesh.
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Golgi cells
Type of nerve cell (neuron) found in the brain and spinal cord.
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