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Of or pertaining to the prevention and treatment of illness, and the preservation of physical and mental well-being, through the services provided by medical professionals.
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transient ischemic attack (TIA)
Health care; Women’s health
A "mini-stroke" where there is a short-term reduction in blood flow to the brain usually resulting in temporary stoke symptoms. Does not cause damage to the brain, but puts a ...
phototherapy
Health care; Women’s health
Treatment with light. Prescription phototherapy exposes the baby's skin to special fluorescent lights. In mild cases of jaundice, exposing the baby's skin to sunlight (taking care ...
digestive tract
Health care; Women’s health
Tube through which food passes and is digested, and wastes are eliminated. The digestive tract runs from the mouth to the anus and includes the esophagus, stomach, and intestines.
seizures
Health care; Women’s health
Uncontrollable contractions of muscles that can result in sudden movement or loss of control, also known as convulsions.
inflammation
Health care; Women’s health
Used to describe an area on the body that is swollen, red, hot, and in pain.
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