The process by which a woman develops male characteristics; caused by overproduction of male sex hormones. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
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What is Viremia?
The presence of viruses in the blood. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Viral?
A term describing something related to or caused by a virus. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Villi?
The millions of fingerlike projections on the lining of the small intestine that aid in the absorption of food. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Vestibular glands?
Two small glands located at the opening of the vagina that secrete a lubricating fluid during sexual stimulation. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Vesicle?
A small skin blister, or any sac in the body, that contains fluid. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Very low-density lipoprotein?
A class of blood proteins, a high level of which is associated with coronary heart disease. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Vertigo?
The feeling that one or one’s surroundings are spinning. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Vertex presentation?
The usual, head-first presentation of the fetus during delivery. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Vertebrobasilar insufficiency?
Episodes of dizziness and weakness caused by insufficient blood flow to the brain. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org