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an unhatched or unborn offspring in the process of development, especially a human offspring roughly from the second to the eighth week after fertilization

related to the process of growth, progress, or improvement over time

related to or resembling lymph or the tissues where lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell, are produced

the body's defensive reaction to foreign substances, such as bacteria, viruses, or toxins, involving the activation of immune cells and the production of antibodies

a medicine without any physiological effect that is given to a control group in an experiment to measure the effectiveness of a new drug or to patients who think they need medicine when in reality they do not

any organism that can cause diseases

a stage of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, vivid dreaming, and muscle paralysis, important for cognitive restoration and memory consolidation

the thickening and scarring of connective tissue, usually as a result of injury or long-term inflammation

the tendency of an organism or cell to regulate its internal environment and maintain a stable, balanced condition, despite external changes

to insert a living tissue or an artificial object into the body via medical procedure

an examination of a deceased person's organs to determine the cause of death

related to the production, use, or sale of medicines

a region in an organ or tissue that has suffered damage through injury, disease, or other causes

relating to the phase of the heartbeat when the heart muscle contracts and pumps blood into the arteries

a medical treatment that uses bacteriophages, or viruses that specifically target and kill bacteria, to combat bacterial infections

(of medicine) related to actions that heal, alleviate, or prevent health issues

a secondary effect of any drug or medicine, usually an undesirable one

to find out the cause of a problem or disease that a person has by examining the symptoms

a substance that prevents infection when applied to a wound, especially by killing bacteria

the group of organs inside the body that absorb the food and pass the waste

containing beneficial bacteria or microorganisms, often used to promote digestive health or balance within the body

to clean something thoroughly to reduce or eliminate germs, bacteria, or other harmful microorganisms

related to the process of breathing and the organs involved in it, such as the lungs and airways

a numerical measure of an individual's body fat based on their weight and height, often used to assess and categorize body weight in relation to health

related to the period occurring or existing before birth, specifically in relation to the development and care of the fetus during pregnancy

relating to pregnancy or the period of carrying offspring in the womb

mucus or phlegm that is coughed up from the respiratory tract, typically as a result of infection or disease

the thick mucus that is formed in the nasal and throat cavities, usually secreted in excessive amounts as a result of common cold

a scientist specializing in the study of drugs, their effects on biological systems, and their development for therapeutic purposes

a medical specialist who specializes in diagnosing and treating injuries using radioactive substances and X-rays

a medical professional who specializes in studying and diagnosing diseases by examining tissues, cells, and bodily fluids

a doctor who specializes in the treatment of children

a medical imaging technique that uses a small amount of radioactive tracer material to diagnose and monitor diseases such as cancer, heart disease, and neurological disorders

(of medical procedures) comprising cutting into the body or body cavities

the process of boosting the immunity system of a person or animal against a disease by vaccination

a condition where the immune system is weakened, making the person more vulnerable to infections and illnesses

(anatomy) the act or process of breathing

a drug that makes one feel stronger, healthier, or better, particularly used to treat exhaustion

to give someone medicine, drugs, etc.

a doctor who is trained to treat animals

able to promote or restore one's health or strength

the natural biological process that marks the end of a woman's menstrual cycles, typically occurring around the age of 50

related to an infection or having the ability to cause an infection

designed to stop something harmful from happening, especially related to health or diseases

relating to the study and treatment of mental illness

a professional who studies behavior and mental processes to understand and treat psychological disorders and improve overall mental health

a vitamin that helps keep the body cells healthy and supports the immune system, commonly found in fruits like orange and vegetables like tomatoes

the impaired or abnormal functioning of an organ, system, or biological process, often resulting in diminished efficiency or health consequences