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- 3. amnesia A form of memory loss where the person is unable to recall events that occurred before the onset of amnesia.
- 5. The light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye, essential for vision.
- 6. A break or tear in an organ or tissue, such as a ruptured spleen or aneurysm.
- 7. Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose, often due to allergies or infection.
- 8. Relating to the kidneys or their function.
- 10. The branch of medicine that uses imaging techniques like X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs for diagnosis.
- 11. The breakdown of muscle tissue, releasing harmful substances into the blood, potentially leading to kidney damage.
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- 1. A contagious viral infection, also known as German measles, causing rash and fever.
- 2. A disease in children caused by vitamin D deficiency, leading to weakened and softened bones.
- 4. A condition caused by compression of a nerve root, often leading to pain, numbness, or weakness, usually in the spine.
- 5. A condition where stomach acid or contents flow back into the esophagus, causing discomfort, commonly known as acid reflux.
- 6. Relating to the organs and processes involved in breathing.
- 7. A chronic autoimmune disorder that primarily affects joints, causing inflammation and pain.
- 9. A condition affecting blood flow to certain parts of the body—usually the fingers and toes—causing them to turn white or blue in response to cold or stress.