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gingivitis

Health care; General

Inflammation of the gums.

gland

Health care; General

An organ that releases a chemical. Endocrine glands are ductless and secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream. Exocrine glands secrete externally, either through a tube or duct.

glaucoma

Health care; General

An eye disease, characterized by increased pressure within the eye, that can result in blindness if not treated.

glomerulonephritis

Health care; General

When the filtering units in the kidneys, called the glomeruli, are damaged, the kidneys don't function properly and waste and extra fluids build up in the body.

glossitis

Health care; General

Inflammation of the tongue.

glucose

Health care; General

Dextrose. A simple six-carbon sugar naturally found in fruits, honey and blood.

goiter

Health care; General

Enlargement of the thyroid gland.

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