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Definition of BalanitisBalanitis is an inflammation of the glans penis. In balanoposthitis, the glans (tip) of the penis becomes irritated and inflamed as a result of bacterial or fungal infection, irritation from chemicals in clothing, or an unknown cause... |
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Definition of BaldnessCommon baldness, sometimes called male- or female-pattern baldness, accounts for 99 percent of hair loss in men and women. Although its exact causes are unknown, heredity, hormones and age are contributing factors. Unlike hair loss re... |
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Definition of Barium X-rayA barium X-ray is helpful to diagnose diseases of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine (colon).Description of Barium X-rayX-rays are a form of invisible electromagnetic energy of short wavelength (radiation... |
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Definition of Barotitis MediaBarotitis is an inflammation of the ear caused by changes in atmospheric pressure. It is also called aerotitis. This is a problem of inflammation or bleeding in the middle ear caused by a difference between the air pressure in ... |
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Definition of Basal Cell CarcinomaBasal cell carcinoma is a type of skin cancer. It is a malignant epithelial cell tumor that begins as a papule (a small, circumscribed, solid elevation of the skin) and enlarges peripherally, developing into a crater that ... |
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Definition of Bashful Bladder SyndromeBashful Bladder Syndrome is the inability to initiate urination when in the company of others.Description of Bashful Bladder SyndromeIt has been estimated that one in ten Americans suffers to some degree from "bashful ... |
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