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Paresthesia
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ParesthesiaAn abnormal sensation of burning or prickling on the skin, caused by a disorder of the nervous system.
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Abnormal
Not normal. Deviating from the usual structure, position, condition, or behavior. In referring to a growth, abnormal may mean that it is cancerous or premalignant (likely to become cancer).
Skin
Skin is an organ of the integumentary system; which is composed of a layer of tissues that protect underlying muscles and organs. Skin is used for insulation, vitamin D production, sensation, and excretion (through sweat).
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Paredrine
Paredrine is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): hydroxyamphetamine hydrobromide.
Paremyd
Paremyd is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): hydroxyamphetamine hydrobromide; tropicamide.
Parenchyma
The essential or functional elements of an organ.
Parenteral
Inside the body, but outside the intestines.
Paresis
It is only an impairment of the action of a muscle or a group of muscles (not a total loss of function).
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Paralysis
Inability to move parts of the body.
Paranoia
A mental disorder characterized by a belief that others are out to get you.
Parasite
An organism that lives on or in the tissues of another organism and draws its nourishment from the host.
Paraspadias
A developmental abnormality in which the urethra opens along one side of the penis.
Parenteral
Inside the body, but outside the intestines.
Paresthesia
Parotid glands
The largest of the salivary glands, located near the ears.
Paroxysm
A sudden attack, or raised level of intensity, of symptoms.
Pasteurization
Heating milk or other substances to a temperature of 140§F for 30 minutes to kill harmful bacteria.
Patella
The kneecap.
Pectoral
Having to do with the chest or breast.
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Abnormal
Not normal. Deviating from the usual structure, position, condition, or behavior. In referring to a growth, abnormal may mean that it is cancerous or premalignant (likely to become cancer).
Skin
Skin is an organ of the integumentary system; which is composed of a layer of tissues that protect underlying muscles and organs. Skin is used for insulation, vitamin D production, sensation, and excretion (through sweat).
SIMILAR TERMS--------------------------------------
Paredrine
Paredrine is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): hydroxyamphetamine hydrobromide.
Paremyd
Paremyd is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): hydroxyamphetamine hydrobromide; tropicamide.
Parenchyma
The essential or functional elements of an organ.
Parenteral
Inside the body, but outside the intestines.
Paresis
It is only an impairment of the action of a muscle or a group of muscles (not a total loss of function).
PREVIOUS AND NEXT TERMS--------------------------------------
Paralysis
Inability to move parts of the body.
Paranoia
A mental disorder characterized by a belief that others are out to get you.
Parasite
An organism that lives on or in the tissues of another organism and draws its nourishment from the host.
Paraspadias
A developmental abnormality in which the urethra opens along one side of the penis.
Parenteral
Inside the body, but outside the intestines.
Paresthesia
Parotid glands
The largest of the salivary glands, located near the ears.
Paroxysm
A sudden attack, or raised level of intensity, of symptoms.
Pasteurization
Heating milk or other substances to a temperature of 140§F for 30 minutes to kill harmful bacteria.
Patella
The kneecap.
Pectoral
Having to do with the chest or breast.
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