Malleolus

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Malleolus

Malleolus

The rounded bony prominence on either side of the ankle.

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Ankle
A gliding joint between the distal ends of the tibia and fibula and the proximal end of the talus.

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Malleus
A small bone in the middle ear, often called the hammer.

Mallory-weiss tear
A tear in the lower end of the esophagus. Caused by severe vomiting. Common in alcoholics.

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Multiple abortion
Two or more miscarriages (spontaneous abortions) by a woman. Couples who have had multiple abortions have about a 5% chance that one member of the couple is carrying a chromosome translocation responsible for the miscarriages.

Macule
A discolored, flat spot of skin.

Malady
Illness.

Malignancy
A tendency to worsen to a more serious illness or death. Commonly used to describe cancer.

Malingering
Deliberate exaggeration of the symptoms of an illness or injury for gain. For example, pretending to be ill in order to escape duty or work.

Malleolus

Malleus
A small bone in the middle ear, often called the hammer.

Malnutrition
Poor nourishment resulting from an inadequate or improper diet.

Malunion
Improper healing of the pieces of a broken bone.

Mammary
Having to do with the breast.

Mania
A mental disorder. Characterized by extreme excitement and energy.

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