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Acne rosacea
Redness, flushing, and the appearance of pustules on the cheeks and nose are common features of a skin condition known as rosacea, which is caused by dilated blood vessels.
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Acid-forming
This term is used for foods that leave behind an acidic residue. The common misconception that such foods generate acidity in the bloodstream or joints is incorrect. This is because, due to a complex physiological process, acid cannot be produced in the blood and, as a result, cannot accumulate in the joints or any other…
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Achard-Thiers syndrome
Diabetes found in women with facial hair.
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Accidents in the home
Accidents often occur due to carelessness. For example, a child might yank a tablecloth, causing a pot of hot tea to spill, or accidentally tip over a pot of boiling stew by reaching for its handle. Poorly maintained rugs with holes can also be hazardous, as people may trip and suffer fractures. Standing on unstable…
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Accidental hemorrhage
Bleeding from the placenta before the baby’s birth, caused by the early detachment of the placenta from the uterine wall.
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Accidental
Resulting from an accident or from an undetermined cause.
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Absorbefacient
A substance that enhances absorption. Inducing or facilitating absorption.
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Abortus fever
A bacterial illness characterized by fluctuating fever, caused by Brucella bacteria. In humans, the condition can result in general fatigue, weight loss, and anemia. While it is rarely passed from person to person, it commonly spreads from animals to humans, often through the consumption of unpasteurized milk from an infected animal. The main sources of…
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Psychiatric abortion
A surgically-performed abortion carried out due to the mother’s mental health condition.
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Accidental abortion
If a pregnant woman begins to bleed and feels uterine contractions, she should immediately lie down, remain as motionless as possible, and contact a healthcare provider.
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