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Rock-like. Like stone. Petrosal.  

Associated with epilepsy and usually occur in childhood. They are characterized by a partial loss of consciousness, sometimes accompanied by muscular contractions lasting up to 30 s.  

A type of epilepsy in which the person’s seizures are relatively brief and may alter or interrupt consciousness.  

The person who petitions a court. If the case is appealed, this person is referred to as appellant.  

A health assessment conducted at the request of a member of the public. All information pertaining to the petition is presented to a screening committee that ascertains whether there is reasonable basis for conducting a health assessment.  

A written application to the court for the redress of a wrong or of a grant of a privilege or license.  

Tiny diffuse ecchymotic areas in the skin observed in certain severe diseases. A small red spot which does not go white when pressed, caused by bleeding under the skin. Petechiae, tiny, reddish or purplish flat spot appearing on the skin as the result of tiny hemorrhages within the skin or subcutaneous layers. A small round…

A quantity of pesticide remaining on a food product from treatments given to it during its growth or processing. The amount of any pesticide remaining on or in food or beverages intended for human consumption.  

A sexual deviate. An individual with unconventional sexual preferences, especially one who engages in non-traditional sexual practices.  

A commercial preparation of desipramine.