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Demystifying medical language. Browse or search for clear, human-centered explanations of common medical terms.

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Swelling caused by excess fluid collecting in body tissues. Edema commonly affects: It may be linked to heart, kidney, liver,…

The early stage of development after fertilization. During this stage: Related:

A serious health situation that requires immediate medical attention. Examples include: Related:

A sudden increase in the number of disease cases in a particular area or population. An epidemic affects more people…

A sudden increase in the number of disease cases within a community or region. An epidemic: Related:

A graph used in public health to show how disease cases increase or decrease over time during an outbreak. It…

The epidermis is the outermost layer of the skin and forms the body’s primary protective barrier against the external environment.…

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