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Megacephaly
A condition characterized by an unusually large head, also known as macrocephaly or megalocephaly.
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Superior mediastinum
This region, situated above the heart, encompasses the starting points of several muscles, the transverse section of the aortic arch, the left carotid and subclavian arteries, along with other blood vessels and nerves. Additionally, it houses the trachea, esophagus, and remnants of the thymus gland.
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Posterior mediastinum
This region includes a segment of the aorta, the esophagus, and various other veins and nerves.
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Middle mediastinum
This region houses the heart, aorta, vena cava, trachea bifurcation, and the pulmonary arteries and veins.
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Anterior mediastinum
This region has blood vessels that supply the breasts.
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Urethral meatus
The opening from which urine exits the body through the urethra.
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Marihuana
A habit-forming substance derived from the Indian hemp plant, Cannabis sativa, typically consumed by smoking in cigarettes. Studies on its intoxicating effects have noted temporary outcomes including redness of the eyes, a mild increase in heart rate, memory lapses, irritation of lung tissue, and a slight decline in performance on psychomotor tests. Users of marijuana…
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Mantoux reaction
A tuberculosis skin test involves injecting a tiny quantity of inactivated tubercle bacteria into the skin. A positive result becomes apparent at the injection site after 48 hours, characterized by swelling accompanied by a pink area. This signifies that the patient has had a past tuberculous infection, but, unless it’s a small child, it does…
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Manic-depressive insanity
A mental disturbance that occurs periodically, manifesting as either acute mania or deep depression, without causing a decline in mental faculties during the periods in between.
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Horse mange
This condition can be found in stable workers and individuals who have contact with horses. It was widespread among mounted units during the First World War.
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