Knee Cap (Patella) A small flat triangular bone in front of the knee. Related terms: Patello- Part of: Knee About the Patella…
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Kawasaki Disease: Tests Kawasaki disease is a rare childhood disease. It’s a form of a condition called vasculitis. This condition involves inflammation…
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Slipped Disk (Herniated Disc) A potentially painful problem in which the hard outer coating of the disk is damaged, allowing the disk’s…
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Hemochromatosis: Tests
by explainingmedicine June 13, 2016Hemochromatosis: Tests A disease that occurs when the body absorbs too much iron or receives many blood transfusions. The body stores the…
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Intervertebral Disc (see Spinal Disk)
by explainingmedicine June 13, 2016Spinal Disk (Intervertebral Disc) A circular piece of cushioning tissue situated between each vertebrae of the spine. Each disk has a strong…
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Insomnia: Tests
by explainingmedicine June 13, 2016Insomnia: Tests Difficulty in going to sleep or getting enough sleep. Part of: Insomnia Tests for Insomnia Your doctor will likely diagnose…
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Immunosuppressive Drugs Drugs that suppress the immune response and can be used to treat autoimmune disease. Unfortunately, because these drugs also suppress…
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Gout: Symptoms A condition marked by increased levels of uric acid in the blood, joints, and tissue. The buildup of uric acid…