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An inherited condition which results in a lack of catalase in all tissue. An inborn lack of the enzyme catalase, leading to recurrent infections of the gums (gingivitis) and mouth. It is most common in the Japanese. A rare inherited disease in which there is an absence of the enzyme catalase. The gingival and oral…

An unusual fear of mites or ticks. Abnormal fear of small objects such as pins, needles, worms, mites, and other small insects. A psychological condition marked by an irrational fear of contracting scabies. In more severe cases, this fear may extend to small insects, spiders, or even tiny non-living objects.  

A substance which kills mites or ticks. Any chemical agent used for destroying mites and ticks.  

The presence of mites or ticks on the skin. Infestation with mites (e.g., the itch mite, which causes scabies); also called acaridiasis, acariosis. An infestation of mites and tick and the symptoms, for example allergy and dermatitis, that their presence may provoke.  

A person who does not drink alcohol.    

A soft white material used as a dressing to put on wounds.  

A suture which will eventually be absorbed into the body, and does not need to be removed.  

To take up or soak up something, especially a liquid, into a solid. To take in or soak up substances like heat, light, liquids, and gases.  

To release unconscious psychological tension by talking about or regularly remembering the events that caused it.