The positive or negative response to a drug that is caused by a person’s expectations of a drug rather than the drug itself. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
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What is Placebo?
A chemically inactive substance given in place of a drug to test how much of a drug’s effectiveness can be attributed to a patient’s expectations that the drug will have a positive effect. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is PKU?
See Phenylketonuria. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Pivot Joint?
A joint designed for rotational movement. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Pityriasis Rosea?
A mild skin condition in which flat, scaly spots occur on the trunk and upper arms. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Pityriasis Alba?
A common childhood or adolescent disorder in which there are pale, scaly patches on the skin of the face. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Pituitary Gland?
A small, round gland located at the base of the brain that releases hormones that control other glands and body processes. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Pituitary Adenoma?
A noncancerous tumor of the pituitary gland. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Pinworm?
A small parasite worm that can live in the intestines; commonly affects children. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Pinkeye?
An inflammation of the membrane that covers the white of the eyes and lines the eyelids, causing redness, discomfort, and a discharge; can be caused by infection or allergies. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org