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Definition of Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the SkinSquamous cell carcinoma is a type of skin cancer containing squamous cells. Squamous cell carcinomas can be found in many parts of the body including the lungs, skin, anus, esophagus, head and neck areas, an... |
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The bald eagle is making a comeback following near extinction from the insid... |
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A stem cell is a "generic" cell that can make exact copies of itself indefinitely. In addition, a stem cell has the ability to produce specialized cells for various tissues in t... |
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Sterilization surgery is called a tubal ligation in women a... |
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Definition of Sternoclavicular Joint DislocationThe sternoclavicular (SC) joint is the pivot on which the shoulder girdle moves on the trunk. Dislocation of this joint most often results from a fall onto the shoulder.Description of Sternoclavicular Joint D... |
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Definition of Stevens-Johnson SyndromeStevens-Johnson Syndrome is the most severe form of erythema multiforme and is characterized by ulcerated lesions on the skin and mucous membranes. It is a serious, sometimes fatal inflammatory disease. It is also know... |
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A stillbirth is when a fetus that was expected to survive dies during birth or during the late stages of pregnancy.
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Stimulants are medications that increase heart rate, breathing rate, and brain function. Some stimulants a... |
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A stimulus is anything capable of evoking a response in an organism. Examples of stimuli include irritants, sights, sounds, heat, cold, smells, or other sensations.
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