The natural tension in resting muscles. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
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What is Muscle Relaxants?
A group of drugs used to relieve muscle spasm and to treat conditions such as arthritis, back pain, and nervous system disorders such as stroke and cerebral palsy. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Muscle Fibers?
Specialized, contracting cells that are bundled together to form muscles. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Murmur?
A characteristic sound (heard through a stethoscope) of blood flowing irregularly through the heart; can be harmless or may be an indication of disease. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Mumps?
A viral infection that causes inflammation of salivary glands; primarily affects children. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Multiple Sclerosis?
A disease in which the protective coverings (myelin) of nerve fibers in the brain are gradually destroyed; symptoms vary from numbness to paralysis and loss of control of bodily function. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Multiple Pregnancy?
The presence of more than one fetus in the uterus, such as occurs with twins. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Multiple Myeloma?
A cancer that causes uncontrolled production of white blood cells in the bone marrow. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Multiple-gated Acquisition Scan?
A technique for evaluating heart efficiency by measuring blood flow into and out of the heart. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Multi-infarct Dementia?
Dementia caused by multiple strokes. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org