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Sinus arrythmia
The rhythmic increase and decrease in the pulse rate, often in harmony with the breathing cycle. This is a natural occurrence.
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Cardiac arrythmia
Abnormal heart rhythm, which encompasses various types.
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Aquae
Medicated liquids employed to enhance the taste of medications. These “aquae” are created by vigorously mixing one of the essential oils, like caraway or peppermint, into lukewarm water and subsequently permitting the mixture to separate. Afterward, the water is carefully poured off, separating it from the essential oil.
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Left-sided appendicitis
This condition is known as left-sided abdominal pain or left-sided appendicitis, named so because its symptoms mimic those of appendicitis but manifest on the left side of the abdomen. In reality, it is often diverticulitis. However, there is an uncommon scenario where the appendix is indeed situated on the left side of the abdomen.
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Aphthous fever
Referred to as foot-and-mouth disease in animals, this viral ailment can be transmitted to humans. The incubation period ranges from two to five days and begins with mild symptoms like a slight headache, a slightly elevated body temperature, and dryness in the mouth. This is followed by a phase of increased salivation and the appearance…
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Aperitive
Something that boosts one’s appetite.
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Antitetanus
A substance that works to counteract or eliminate the tetanus or lockjaw germ.
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Antisudoral
A substance that reduces excessive sweating, also known as an antisudorific.
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Andperistalsis
The backward movement of peristalsis, also known as antistalsis.
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Antimydriatic
A substance that, when applied to the eye, causes the pupil to constrict.
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