A genetic disorder of the skin and nervous system characterized by epilepsy, mental retardation, and a skin condition resembling acne. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
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What is Tuberculosis?
An infectious bacterial disease transmitted through the air that mainly affects the lungs. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Tuberculin Test?
Skin tests performed to determine previous infection with tuberculosis; can help rule out the possibility of being currently infected with tuberculosis. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Tubal pregnancy?
A pregnancy that occurs in the fallopian tubes, with a fertilized egg implanting in the tube instead of the uterus; severely painful and can be fatal if not detected and treated. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Tubal ligation?
A procedure in which the fallopian tubes are cut and tied off; usually a permanent form of sterilization. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Trisomy 21?
See Down syndrome. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Trisomy?
The presence in the cells of three copies of a certain chromosome instead of the normal two copies. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Trismus?
The medical term for lockjaw. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Triple X syndrome?
The presence of an extra X chromosome in a woman, which may cause some degree of mental retardation. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Trimester?
One of three periods lasting about 3 months each; the stages into which pregnancy is divided. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org