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• Keratoderma
  ...s skin. This is in reference to the thick, hard nature of the skin that is characteristic of this condition. ...ch is passed down through families. Other forms can be acquired, such as [[Acquired keratoderma]], which can develop as a result of skin damage or certain dise
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• Ichthyosis acquisita
  ...haracterized by the development of dry, scaly skin. It is also known as '''Acquired Ichthyosis'''. ...acteristic feature of this condition. "Acquisita" is a Latin term meaning "acquired," indicating that the condition is not present at birth but develops later
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• Protrusio acetabuli
  Protrusio Acetabuli can be congenital (present at birth) or acquired. Acquired causes include [[rheumatoid arthritis]], [[Paget's disease]], and [[Marfan ...physical examination and imaging studies such as [[X-ray]] or [[MRI]]. The characteristic finding is the protrusion of the acetabulum into the pelvis.
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• Landau-Kleffner Syndrome
  ...(EEG). The syndrome is also known as '''infantile acquired aphasia''', '''acquired epileptic aphasia''' or '''aphasia with convulsive disorder'''. This disord Diagnosis of Landau-Kleffner Syndrome is based on the presence of its characteristic symptoms, a detailed patient history, a thorough clinical evaluation, and a
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• Necessary cause
  ...ple, the [[Human Immunodeficiency Virus]] (HIV) is a necessary cause for [[Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome]] (AIDS). Without the presence of HIV, AIDS canno * [[Risk factor]]: A characteristic, condition, or behavior that increases the likelihood of getting a disease
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• Zoster vaccine
  ...he Greek word "zōstēr", which means "girdle" or "belt". This refers to the characteristic rash that often wraps around one side of the body. The term "vaccine" comes * [[Vaccine]]: A biological preparation that provides active acquired immunity to a particular infectious disease.
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• Instinctive
  * [[Innate]]: A characteristic or behavior that is inherent or natural, not acquired or learned.
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• Pendular nystagmus
  ...ntary, rhythmic oscillation of the eyes. The term "pendular" refers to the characteristic even, back-and-forth movement of the eyes, which distinguishes it from othe * [[Acquired Nystagmus]]
  2 KB (218 words) - 17:28, 10 February 2024
• Linear atrophoderma of Moulin
  ...pronunciation: li-ne-ar at-ro-fo-der-ma of Mou-lin) is a rare, idiopathic, acquired, linearly arranged, hyperpigmented, and atrophic dermatosis. The condition ...nosis of Linear Atrophoderma of Moulin is primarily clinical, based on the characteristic appearance of the skin lesions. Histopathological examination of the skin m
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• Epidermolysis bullosa acquisita
  ...ysis'' (breakdown), ''bullosa'' (relating to blisters), and ''acquisita'' (acquired). ...[biopsy]]. A biopsy can confirm the presence of the disease by showing the characteristic changes in the skin.
  2 KB (246 words) - 04:25, 12 February 2024
• Barraquer–Simons syndrome
  ...ous fat]] from the face and upper body. This condition is also known as '''acquired partial lipodystrophy''' or '''cephalothoracic lipodystrophy'''. Diagnosis of Barraquer–Simons syndrome is based on the characteristic physical findings and a detailed patient history. Genetic testing may also
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• COVID-19 pandemic in Bhutan
  ...ived from Latin ''corona'', meaning "crown" or "halo", which refers to the characteristic appearance of the virus particles. The term "pandemic" is from Greek ''pan' * [[Vaccine]]: A biological preparation that provides active acquired immunity to a particular infectious disease.
  2 KB (234 words) - 06:28, 12 February 2024
• COVID-19 pandemic
  ...rived from Latin ''corona'', meaning "crown" or "wreath", referring to the characteristic appearance of the virus particles. The term "pandemic" is from Greek ''pan' * [[Vaccine]]: A biological preparation that provides active acquired immunity to a particular infectious disease.
  2 KB (237 words) - 17:42, 7 February 2024
• Kyrle disease
  '''Kyrle disease''' is a rare, acquired, perforating dermatosis that often presents as a chronic condition. It is c ...combination of clinical examination and skin biopsy. The biopsy will show characteristic features of the disease, such as hyperkeratosis, parakeratosis, and transep
  2 KB (233 words) - 23:29, 8 February 2024
• Barraquer-Simons syndrome
  Barraquer-Simons syndrome, also known as '''[[Acquired Partial Lipodystrophy]]''' or '''[[Cephalothoracic Lipodystrophy]]''', is a ...ndrome is based on the clinical presentation of the patient, including the characteristic loss of subcutaneous fat. Additional tests may be conducted to rule out oth
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• Epidemiology of measles
  ...is derived from the Dutch word "maseln" meaning "spots", referring to the characteristic rash. * [[Vaccine]]: A biological preparation that provides active acquired immunity to a particular infectious disease, such as measles.
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• Lamarckism
  ...sm is a term used in the modern era to refer to the idea of inheritance of acquired characteristics, a concept which Lamarck did not originate but incorporated ...d to stretch their necks to reach leaves higher up in trees, and that this characteristic was then passed on to their offspring. This example, however, has been larg
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• Megestrol acetate
  * [[AIDS]]: Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, a chronic, potentially life-threatening conditio * [[Steroids]]: A large class of organic compounds with a characteristic molecular structure containing four rings of carbon atoms.
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• Canavan disease
  ...d progress rapidly, may include [[mental retardation]], loss of previously acquired motor skills, feeding difficulties, abnormal muscle tone (floppiness or sti ...ase is based on physical examination, genetic testing, and the presence of characteristic findings on [[magnetic resonance imaging]] (MRI) of the brain.
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• Neurocysticercosis
  ...ic infection of the [[central nervous system]] and is the leading cause of acquired [[epilepsy]] worldwide. The disease is caused by the ingestion of eggs from ...and serological tests. The definitive diagnosis is made by identifying the characteristic cysts in the brain on imaging studies.
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