A type of anemia in which a lack of the vitamin B12 or folic acid interferes with red blood cells and causes them to be enlarged and deformed, resulting in tiredness and weight loss. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
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What is Megacolon?
A severely swollen large intestine, causing severe constipation and abdominal bloating; may be present at birth or develops later. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Medulloblastoma?
A type of cancerous tumor, occurring in the section of the brain that controls posture and balance; found mainly in children. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Medulla?
The center part of an organ or body structure; sometimes used to refer to the lower part of the brain stem. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Mediastinoscopy?
Investigation of the central chest compartment using an endoscope that is inserted through an incision in the neck. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Median Nerve?
A nerve running down the arm to the hand; controls muscle movement in the forearm and hand and conveys sensation from part of the hand. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Medial?
A term used to describe something situated on or near the midline of the body or a body structure. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Meconium?
Thick, sticky, greenish-brown stool passed by a postmature fetus, or one experiencing fetal distress, into the amniotic fluid, or by an infant during the first couple of days after birth. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Measles?
An illness caused by a viral infection, causing a characteristic rash and a fever; primarily affects children. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Maxilla?
One of two bones that form the upper jaw, the roof of the mouth, and the center portion of the face. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org