Category: F
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Fly blister
A blister produced by application of cantharides to the skin.
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Functional bleeding
Loss of blood from the uterus caused by an organic lesion, such as a cyst, fibroid, or malignant tumor.
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Flea bite
A hemorrhagic punctum surrounded by erythematous and urticarial patches and caused by the injection of flea saliva.
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Fire ant bite
Injury caused by fire ant venom, resulting in local redness and tenderness, and occasional episodes of life-threatening anaphylaxis.
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Fine needle aspiration biopsy
The removal of tissue through a long needle with or without radiological guidance.
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Forced beat
Extrasystole brought on by artificial heart stimulation.
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Foot bath
Immersion of the feet and legs to a depth of 4 in (10 cm) above the ankles in water at 98°F (36.7°C).
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Foam bath
A tub bath to which an extract of a saponin-containing vegetable fiber has been added. Oxygen or carbon dioxide is driven through this mixture to create foam.
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Four tailed bandage
A strip of cloth with each end split into two. The tails are used to cover prominences such as elbow, chin, nose, or knee.
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Forearm bandage
A triangular open sling bandage for support of the forearm.