What is Wernicke’s encephalopathy?

A brain disorder characterized by abnormal eye movements, difficulties with muscle coordination, and confusion; usually the result of chronic alcoholism. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org

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What is Weight-bearing exercise?

An exercise that puts stress on bones, such as walking, which helps build up bone density and prevent the bones from becoming brittle. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org

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What is Wegener’s granulomatosis?

A disorder in which nodules associated with inflammation of blood vessels develop in the lungs, kidneys, and nasal passageways. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org

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What is Weber’s test?

A test in which a vibrating tuning fork is held against the forehead to help determine the cause of hearing loss. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org

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What is Wart?

A contagious, harmless growth caused by a virus that occurs on the skin or a mucous membrane. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org

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What is Walleye?

A condition in which one eye turns outward. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org

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What is Vulvovaginitis?

An inflammation of the vulva and vagina. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org

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What is Vulvitis?

Inflammation of the vulva. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org

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What is Vulva?

The outer, visible portion of the female genitals. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org

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What is V/Q lung scans?

Images produced by radionuclide scanning of the lungs; used to help diagnose a pulmonary embolism. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org

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