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Pemphigus
Pemphigus A skin condition characterized by large blisters.
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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).
Condition
The term "condition" has a number of biomedical meanings including the following: 1.An unhealthy state, such as in "this is a progressive condition." 2.A state of fitness, such as "getting into condition." 3.Something that is essential to the occurrence of something else; essentially a "precondition." 4.As a verb: to cause a change in something so that a response that was previously associated with a certain stimulus becomes associated with another stimulus; to condition a person, as in behavioral conditioning.
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Pemphigus Vulgaris
A serious disease manifesting as large skin and mucosal bullae that burst leaving large painful ulcers; may be fatal.
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Patella
The kneecap.
Pectoral
Having to do with the chest or breast.
Pedal
Having to do with the feet.
Pediatrics
The branch of medicine that deals with the development and care of infants and children.
Pediculosis
Infestation with lice.
Pemphigus
Perforation
A hole or break through a membrane or the wall of an organ.
Periodontitis
Inflammation of the tissues around the teeth.
Periosteum
The connective tissue covering the bones of the body.
Peripheral
At or near the surface of the body. Located away from the center structure.
Pernicious
Fatal.
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