It is a severe intestinal infection, causing abdominal pain and diarrhea with blood or mucus. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
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What is Duodenum?
It is the first part of the small intestine, immediately following the stomach. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Duodenal Ulcer?
It is an erosion in the inner lining of the wall of the first part of the small intestine (called the duodenum). Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy?
It is a genetic condition in boys in which nerves degenerate and muscles get progressively weaker. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Down Syndrome?
It is a genetic disorder in which a person’s cells have 1 too many chromosomes, causing moderate to severe mental handicap and a characteristic appearance. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Dopamine?
It is a chemical that transmits messages in the brain and plays a role in movement. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Dominant Gene?
It is a gene that always produces its effect when it is present. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is DNA?
It is deoxyribonucleic acid; responsible for passing genetic information in nearly all organisms. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Diverticulitis?
It is inflammation of diverticula (small sacs in the intestine’s inner lining); can cause fever, pain, and tenderness. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Diuretic?
It is a drug that increases the amount of water in the urine, removing excess water from the body; used in treating high blood pressure and fluid retention. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org