Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

An antibody that acts on the blood cells of the individual in whose blood it is formed.  

An enhanced form of endoscopic examination of the lining of an organ in which the organ is examined with light with specific limited wavelengths. This monochromatic light helps distinguish normal tissues from precancerous or malignant tissues and may increase the likelihood of obtaining a useful biopsy specimen during endoscopy.  

Self-gratification of the sexual instinct, usually by manual stimulation of erogenous areas, especially the penis or clitoris.  

The dissemination to broad areas of skin of a previously localized dermatitis. It is an autoimmune reaction, apparently triggered by T lymphocytes sensitized to keratinocyte antigens.  

Repetition of the last portion of one’s own statements.  

Drainage of a cavity by the fluid passing through a channel in one’s own tissues or to the outside of the body.  

Having two sets of chromosomes; caused by redoubling the chromosomes of the haploid cell.  

Digestion of tissues by their own secretions, such as the digestion of the pancreas during severe pancreatitis. The deterioration of cells or tissues caused by their own secretions.  

To one’s own skin, especially pert, to dermatoplasty with a patient’s own skin.