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A tubercular disease where ulcerating nodules appear on the legs of young women. Chronic vasculitis of the skin occurring in young women. Hard cutaneous nodules break down to form necrotic ulcers and leave atrophic scars.  

A pattern of red lines on the skin caused by exposure to heat. Skin that appears red and patchy, which may also feel dry and itchy, is characteristic of Erythema ab igne. This condition is typically a result of exposure to intense direct heat, such as being seated too near to a fire. It is…

A bacterial skin infection caused by touching infected fish or meat. Infection of the hands, characterized by reddish nodules and sometimes erythema. It is usually acquired by handling meat or fish infected with Erysipelo-thrix rhusiopathiae. Treatment is by antibiotics. An infection of the skin and underlying tissues with Erysipelothrix rbusiopathiae, developing usually in people handling…

A drug used to speed up the delivery of the placenta in childbirth and to control postnatal bleeding.  

Apparatus which records the work of one or several muscles. An apparatus for recording the work performed by the muscles of the body when undergoing activity. Ergographs are useful for assessment of the capabilities of athletes undergoing training.  

Unusual irritability. State of abnormal irritation, sensitivity, or excitement. A state of abnormal mental excitement or irritation.  

A large muscle starting at the base of the spine, and dividing as it runs up the spine.  

A small muscle which raises a body part.  

A condition in which a man finds it difficult or impossible to have or maintain an erection during intercourse. Condition where the penis does not harden and expand when a man is sexually excited, or when he cannot keep an erection. ED can be a total inability to achieve erection, an inconsistent ability to do…

The act of removing something completely. Complete elimination of a disease, especially one that is epidemic or endemic. The eradication of a pathogenic microorganism or an injurious organism from the host or their surroundings, or both.