Whipple Disease A rare, systemic disease. Primarily causes malabsorption (insufficient absorption of nutrients from the diet) but may affect any part of…
Arthritis
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Vitiligo: Symptoms A disorder in which the immune system destroys pigment-making cells called melanocytes. This results in white patches of skin on…
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Vitiligo: Tests A disorder in which the immune system destroys pigment-making cells called melanocytes. This results in white patches of skin on…
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Vitiligo: Treatments A disorder in which the immune system destroys pigment-making cells called melanocytes. This results in white patches of skin on…
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ArthritisMedical DictionaryV
Vertebral Lamina (see Lamina in the Spine)
by explainingmedicine June 13, 2016Lamina in the Spine (Vertebral Lamina) Part of the vertebra at the back portion of the vertebral arch that forms the roof…
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Spongy Bone (Trabecular Bone) Trabecular bone makes up the inner layer of the bone and has a spongy, honeycomb-like structure. Related terms:…
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Spur Bony outgrowth usually found around joints and often seen in conditions such as arthritis. Related terms: Osteophyte, Bony spur Spur was…
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Spinal Disk (Intervertebral Disc) A circular piece of cushioning tissue situated between each vertebrae of the spine. Each disk has a strong…