A group of symptoms that indicate a certain disorder when they occur together. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
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What is Syndactyly?
A condition in which fingers or toes are fused together. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Sympathetic nervous system?
The part of the autonomic nervous system that raises blood pressure and heart rate in response to stress. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Sycosis Barbae?
A bacterial infection of the hair follicles in the beard area. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Swimmer’s ear?
See Otitis externa. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Sweat test?
A measure of the saltiness of sweat to help diagnose cystic fibrosis. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Sweat Glands?
Tiny structures in the skin that secrete sweat. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Suture?
A surgical stitch that helps close an incision or wound so that it can heal properly. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Surrogate?
A woman who agrees to become pregnant and give her baby to someone else when the child is born. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Surfactant?
A mixture of substances secreted by the air sacs of the lungs that prevents the air sacs from collapsing during exhalation. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org