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placenta
A spongy structure that grows on the uterine wall during pregnancy and provides nutrition to the fetus.
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plague
1. Any contagious epidemic disease that is deadly. 2. An infectious disease caused by Yersinia pestis that can be spread…
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plantar
Having to do with the sole of the foot.
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plasma
The fluid portion of the blood.
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platelet
A thrombocyte, the smallest of the formed components of blood, associated with blood clotting.
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pleura
The membrane surrounding the lungs and lining the walls of the chest cavity.
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pleurisy
Inflammation of the pleura.
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plexus
A network of nerves or veins.
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plumbism
Chronic lead poisoning.
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pneumoconiosis
Any of several lung diseases caused by inhaling particles of industrial substances.
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pneumonia
Acute inflammation or infection of the lungs.
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pneumothorax
The buildup of air or gas in the chest cavity. May cause lung collapse.
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podiatry
The branch of medicine that pertains to the foot and its ailments.
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