A group of genetic blood disorders characterized by a defect in the ability to produce hemoglobin, leading to the rupturing of red blood cells (called hemolytic anemia). Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
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What is Thalamus?
A structure in the brain that relays and processes incoming sensory information from the eyes and ears and from pressure and pain receptors. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Tetralogy of Fallot?
A genetic heart disease involving four structural defects in the heart, which result in insufficient levels of oxygen in the blood. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Tetracyclines?
A group of antibiotic drugs used to treat a wide variety of infections, including bronchitis and some types of pneumonia. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Tetanus?
A sometimes fatal disease affecting the brain and spinal cord; caused by infection with bacterium present in soil and manure. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Testosterone?
The sex hormone that stimulates development of male sex characteristics and bone and muscle growth; produced by the testicles and in small amounts by the ovaries. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Testicular Torsion?
A severe pain and swelling of a testicle, due to twisting of the spermatic cord. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Testicular Feminization Factor?
A genetic disorder in which an individual who is genetically male has the external appearance of a female because the body is unresponsive to testosterone. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Testicles?
The two male sex organs that produce sperm and the sex hormone testosterone. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Termination of pregnancy?
See Abortion. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org