A mild viral infection (also known as German measles) that produces a rash and fever; dangerous when it infects a woman during the early stages of pregnancy, when it can spread causing birth defects in the fetus. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
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What is Roundworm?
A group of worms that includes many of the major human parasites. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Rotator Cuff?
A structure made up of four muscle tendons that reinforces the shoulder joint. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Roseola Infantum?
A common disease in young children characterized by a sudden fever and rash. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Rosacea?
A skin disorder that is characterized by patches of red skin on the nose and cheeks and acne-like bumps; most commonly occurs in middle-aged women. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever?
A rare disease transmitted to humans through the bites of ticks; characterized by small pink spots on the wrists and ankles that spread to other parts of the body, become larger, and bleed. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is RNA?
Ribonucleic acid, which helps to decode and process the information contained in DNA. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Rinne’s Test?
A test that uses a tuning fork to diagnose hearing loss resulting from poor conduction of sound from the outer to the inner ear. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Ringworm?
A skin infection caused by a fungus that spreads out in an even circle, characterized by ring-like, scaly patches of red skin. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Rigor Mortis?
The stiffness that occurs in the body after death. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org