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Final Word Terms

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Prostate
a gland surrounding the neck of the bladder in male mammals and releasing prostatic fluid.
endocarditis
inflammation of the inner lining of the heart
Polyuria
excessive urination
Dura Mater
the thick, tough, outermost membrane of the meninges
Addison's disease
occurs when the adrenal glands do not produce enough of the hormones cortisol or aldosterone
gestational diabetes
a form of diabetes mellitus that occurs during some pregnancies
Iritis
the most common form of uveitis. This inflammation of the uvea affects primarily structures in the front of the eye.
Varicose veins
abnormally swollen veins, usually occurring in the superficial veins of the legs
incontinence
inability to control the excretion of urine and/or feces
Phlegm
thick mucus secreted by the tissues lining the respiratory passages
Optometrist
provides primary eye care, including diagnosing eye diseases and conditions, and measuring the accuracy of vision to determine whether corrective lenses are needed
Sarcopenia
the loss of muscle mass, strength, and function that comes with aging
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
swelling that creates pressure on the median nerve as it passes through the carpal tunnel
nocturnal enuresis
urinary incontinence during sleep
Myringotomy
a small surgical incision in the eardrum to relieve pressure from excess pus or fluid, or to create an opening for the placement of ear tubes
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