The coloration of the skin, hair, and eyes by the pigment melanin. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
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What is PID?
See Pelvic inflammatory disease. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Pickwickian Syndrome?
An extreme obesity along with shallow breathing, sleep apnea, excessive sleepiness, and heart failure. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Pica?
A desire to eat materials that are not food. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Phytochemicals?
Chemicals in plants that might help protect against disorders such as cancer. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Physiology?
The study of the body’s functions. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Physical Therapy?
The treatment of injuries or disorders using physical methods, such as exercise, massage, or the application of heat. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Phototherapy?
Treatment with some form of light. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Photosensitivity?
An abnormal reaction to sunlight, which usually occurs as a rashPhototherapy. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Photophobia?
An abnormal sensitivity of the eyes to light. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org