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Powder from the herb comfrey, used to treat skin disorders. Prepared synthetically, this powder, which occurs naturally in comfrey root, has been used as an adjuvant in the treatment of skin ulcers. It has been thought to stimulate the formation of the surface epithelial layer of skin, but its therapeutic value is now more dubious.…

A hereditary condition where dark pigment is present in the urine. A rare inherited disorder marked by the excretion of large amounts of homogentisic acid in the urine, a result of incomplete metabolism of the amino acids tyrosine and phenylalanine. Presence of the acid is indicated by the darkening of urine on standing or when…

One of many substances which neutralise acids and form salts. A substance that will neutralize an acid to form a salt; a base. General term for a compound (e.g., potassium hydroxide) that has the properties of a base (vs. acid), it contains the hydroxyl ion (OH), forms a salt when combined with an acid, and…

An excess of alkali in the blood.  

A part of a larger thing, especially a sample of something which is taken to be examined. Portion of the total amount of a liquid, solid, or gaseous substance; often, but not always, an equal fraction of the whole amount (such as one- half, 50 cc). A small, measured sample of body or other fluid.…

Referring to a stage in a disease that causes fever during which the body becomes cold. Usually describing the cold clammy skin associated with certain forms of malaria. A dangerous form of malaria characterized by severe shock in the affected patient.  

An instrument to measure the sensitivity of the skin to pain. A piece of equipment for determining the sensitivity of the skin to various touch stimuli, especially those causing pain.  

A substance related to vitamin D, used by the body to maintain the right levels of calcium and phosphate, and also as a drug to help people who do not have enough vitamin D.  

Referring to a state where leukaemia is not present. Referring to a state where leucocytes are not normal.  

Referring to someone who takes an intelligent interest in his or her surroundings.