The fat- and protein-containing material that surrounds and protects some nerves. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
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What is Mydriatic?
A drug that causes the pupil to dilate (widen). Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Mycosis?
Any disease caused by a fungus. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Mycoplasma?
The smallest free-living microorganisms. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Mycobacterium?
A type of slow-growing bacterium; resistant to the body’s defense mechanisms and are responsible for diseases such as tuberculosis and leprosy. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Myalgia?
The medical term for muscle pain. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Mutation?
A change in the genetic information within a cell. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Myasthenia Gravis?
A disease in which the muscles, mainly those in the face, eyes, throat, and limbs, become weak and tire quickly; caused by the body’s immune system attacking the receptors in the muscles that pick up nerve impulse. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Muscular Dystrophy?
A rare genetic disorder in which muscles degenerate gradually and strength is lost. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Muscle Wasting?
The degeneration of a muscle (loss of bulk), caused by disease or starvation. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org