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  • Clinically dysfunctional anger

    Persistent anger, also known as chronic or excessive anger, refers to a state where anger is consistently present and often expressed in ways that can be harmful to oneself or others in close proximity. Such expressions may include excessively emotional outbursts, hostile behavior, threats, or even violent reactions.  

  • Clinical nutrition

    The utilization of dietary practices and nutritional supplements as a means to optimize health and mitigate the risk of diseases.  

  • Clinical breast exam

    A medical examination conducted by a healthcare provider to identify any abnormal lumps or irregularities in the breast tissue.  

  • Clinical aromatherapy

    Aromatherapy refers to the healing application of natural essential oils derived from plants, known for their aromatic properties, with the aim of enhancing both physical and psychological well-being. It is often combined with massage and other therapeutic methods as part of a comprehensive holistic treatment approach.  

  • Clean-catch specimen

    A urine sample obtained from the middle portion of the urinary stream, after discarding the initial part of the flow.  

  • Classical incision

    A surgical procedure performed during cesarean delivery, involving a vertical cut or incision made on the uterus.  

  • Classic kaposi’s sarcoma

    A variant of Kaposi’s sarcoma (KS) primarily observed in elderly males with Mediterranean or Eastern European heritage, which manifests as the development of tumors on the lower extremities.  

  • Ciliated

    Adorned with miniature, hair-like extensions, resembling those found in B. coli and select other protozoa, these cilia or hairs aid in the locomotion of the organism.  

  • Chronic otitis media

    The condition characterized by the inflammation of the middle ear, accompanied by indications of infection that persist for a duration of three months or more.  

  • Chronic lyme disease

    The condition known as persistent Lyme disease, post-treatment Lyme disease, or post-Lyme disease syndrome sparks controversy as a diagnostic label encompassing a range of symptoms. These symptoms may include arthritis and neurological issues, regardless of the presence or absence of evidence indicating an ongoing or previous infection caused by the bacterium B. burgdorferi.  

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