Category: P

Phalanges, any of the 14 bones of the fingers of one hand or a like number in the toes of one foot. The name given to any one of the small bones of the fingers and toes. The phalanges are 14 in number in each hand and foot the thumb and great toe possessing only…

Inflammation of the fingers or toes caused by infection of tissue. Inflammation of a finger or toe, causing swelling and pain. The condition may be caused by infection of the soft tissues, tendon sheaths, bone, or joints or by some rheumatic diseases, such as psoriatic arthritis.  

Referring to the phalanges.  

Referring to an eye which has its natural lens.  

An ulcer that spreads rapidly.  

A tumour of the adrenal glands which affects the secretion of hormones such as adrenaline, which in turn results in hypertension and hyperglycaemia. A disorder in which a vascular tumour of the adrenal medulla develops. The tumour may also affect the structurally similar tissues associated with the chain of sympathetic nerves. There is uncontrolled and…

The part of the temporal bone which forms the base of the skull and the inner and middle ears.  

Inflammation of the petrous part of the temporal bone.  

Referring to the petrous part of the temporal bone. To, or situated near the petrous portion of the temporal bone.  

An action used in massaging the muscles. Massage technique in which the skin is gently lifted and squeezed, used to promote circulation and muscle relaxation. A form of massage in which the skin is lifted up, pressed down and squeezed, and pinched and rolled. Alternate squeezing and relaxation of the tissues stimulates the local circulation…