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Testicular self-examination
Frequent self-checks of the testicles are important to identify potential signs of testicular cancer at an early stage. Men should softly roll each testicle using their fingers and thumb to detect any unusual lumps, swellings, or alterations in the texture of the skin. If anything is noticed that differs from the usual condition, it is…
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Terbinafine
An antifungal medication employed for the treatment of fungal skin or nail infections. When used topically, side effects are infrequent but could involve localized irritation. If taken orally as tablets, the medication might lead to symptoms such as nausea, abdominal discomfort, a rash, or in rare instances, liver complications.
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Tenecteplase
Tenecteplase is a thrombolytic medication employed for managing myocardial infarctions (heart attacks). It is administered via intravenous injection.
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Tendon rupture
A full breakage in a tendon, known as a rupture, can occur when the muscle it’s connected to contracts abruptly and forcefully, often during intense physical activity. Alternatively, rupture might result from an injury or a joint-related condition like rheumatoid arthritis. Indications encompass a sensation of snapping, limited mobility, pain, and swelling. Typically, diagnosis can…
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Temporal artery biopsy
A technique involving the extraction of a small tissue segment from the temporal artery (located on the side of the scalp) for microscopic examination. Temporal artery biopsies are conducted to identify indications of inflammation, aiding in the diagnosis of temporal arteritis.
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Loss of taste
The loss of the sense of taste often stems from the loss of the sense of smell. The primary reason is inflammation within the nasal passages. Other contributing factors comprise conditions leading to a dry mouth, the gradual decline of taste buds with advancing age, harm to taste buds due to stomatitis (mouth inflammation), oral…
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Takayasu’s syndrome
Also known as Takayasu’s arteritis, this condition involves the inflammation and gradual blockage of arteries that stem from the aorta. The exact cause is not known, and the disorder is seldom diagnosed outside of Asian countries like Japan. A defining feature is the absence of a pulse in the arms or neck, along with elevated…
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Synergistic muscles
Muscles that coordinate to execute a specific motion.
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Syndol
A trademarked pain-relieving medication consisting of paracetamol, caffeine, codeine, and doxylamine.
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Synaesthesia
A state where the activation of one of the senses triggers an atypical reaction alongside the regular perception linked to that specific stimulus. For instance, when a sound induces a person to not only hear the noise but also perceive a color.
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