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What is Alexithymia? alexithymia is a maladaptive psychological disorder characterized by the inability to identify and verbally describe emotions and feelings in oneself as well as in others the word literally means no words for emotion and comes from the greek a for lack lexis for word and thymia for emotion
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- Noun [edit]. idiosyncrasy ‎(plural idiosyncrasies). 1  A behavior or way of thinking that is characteristic of a person. 2  A language or behaviour that is particular to an individual or group.( 3 medicine) A peculiar individual reaction to a generally innocuous substance or factor. 4  A peculiarity that serves to distinguish or identify.oun [edit]. idiosyncrasy ‎(plural idiosyncrasies). 1  A behavior or way of thinking that is characteristic of a person. 2  A language or behaviour that is particular to an individual or group. ( 3 medicine) A peculiar individual reaction to a generally innocuous substance or factor.
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Apostasy Apostasy (/əˈpɒstəsi/ ; Greek: ἀποστασία (apostasia), a defection or revolt) is the formal disaffiliation from, or abandonment or renunciation of a religion by a person.It can also be defined within the broader context of embracing an opinion contrary to one's previous beliefs.postasy (/əˈpɒstəsi/ ; Greek: ἀποστασία (apostasia), a defection or revolt) is the formal disaffiliation from, or abandonment or renunciation of a religion by a person.
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Turner syndrome Turner syndrome; Synonyms: Ullrich–Turner syndrome, gonadal dysgenesis, 45X, 45X0: Girl with Turner syndrome before and after an operation for neck-webbing: Specialty: Pediatrics, medical genetics: Symptoms: Webbed neck, short stature, swollen hands and feet: Complications: Heart defects, diabetes, low thyroid hormone: Usual onset: At birth: Duration: Long term
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asymmetry [a-sim´ĕ-tre] lack or absence of symmetry; dissimilarity in corresponding parts or organs on opposite sides of the body that are normally alike. In chemistry, lack of symmetry in the special arrangements of the atoms and radicals within the molecule or crystal. adj., adj asymmet´rical.
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Definitions &Translations Atypia is a pathologic term for a structural abnormality in a cell, i.e. it is used to describe atypical cells.Atypia: Etymology: Gk, a + typos, without type; a condition of being irregular or nonstandard.It may or may not be a precancerous indication associated with later malignancy, but the level of appropriate concern is highly dependent on the context with which it is diagnosed.typia: Etymology: Gk, a + typos, without type; a condition of being irregular or nonstandard. It may or may not be a precancerous indication associated with later malignancy, but the level of appropriate concern is highly dependent on the context with which it is diagnosed.
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Chapter 13- The Endocrine System myxedema. the most severe form of hypothyroidism in the adult; this condition is characterized by puffiness of the hands and face; coarse, thickened edematous skin; an enlarged tongue; slow speech; loss of and dryness of the hair; sensitivity to cold; drowsiness; and mental apathy.
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The German Post Office and Postal Services Even back in its bureaucratic days, the German post office had a reputation for speedy delivery, and the private company has further improved on it: 95% of letters are delivered within one day, and 99% within two days.
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Medical Definition of Aphakia home / medterms medical dictionary a-z list / aphakia definition Medical Definition of Aphakia Aphakia: Absence or loss of the eye's natural crystalline lens, as after cataract removal. From a-, without + phacos, the Greek word for a lentil bean. The ancients thought (quite correctly) that the lens of the eye was shaped like a lentil bean.
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allantois medical Definition of allantois plural allantoides play \ ˌal-ən-ˈtō-ə-ˌdēz, ˌal-ˌan-\ : a vascular fetal membrane of reptiles, birds, or mammals that is formed as a pouch from the hindgut and that in placental mammals is intimately associated with the chorion in formation of the placenta
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Anorgasmia Anorgasmia, or Coughlan's syndrome, is a type of sexual dysfunction in which a person cannot achieve orgasm despite adequate stimulation.In males, it is most closely associated with delayed ejaculation. Anorgasmia can often cause sexual frustration.norgasmia, or Coughlan's syndrome, is a type of sexual dysfunction in which a person cannot achieve orgasm despite adequate stimulation.
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- Old Medical Terminology. Ablepsy-Blindness Ague-Malarial Fever American plague-Yellow fever Anasarca-Generalized massive edema Aphonia-Laryngitis Aphtha-The infant disease thrush Apoplexy-Paralysis due to stroke Asphycsia/Asphicsia-Cyanotic and lack of oxygen Atrophy-Wasting away or diminishing in size.ecrosis-Mortification of bones or tissue Nephrosis-Kidney degeneration Nepritis-Inflammation of kidneys Nervous prostration-Extreme exhaustion from inability to control physical and mental activities Neuralgia-Described as discomfort, such as Headache was neuralgia in head Nostalgia-Homesickness.
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Alexithymia It is unclear what causes alexithymia. Some neuropsychological studies indicate that alexithymia may be due to a disturbance to the right hemisphere of the brain, which is largely responsible for processing emotions.
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Weakness Myasthenia (my-from Greek μυο meaning muscle + -asthenia ἀσθένεια meaning weakness), or simply muscle weakness, is a lack of muscle strength. The causes are many and can be divided into conditions that have either true or perceived muscle weakness.
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Idiosyncrasy An idiosyncrasy is an unusual feature of a person (though there are also other uses, see below).It also means odd habit. The term is often used to express eccentricity or peculiarity.n idiosyncrasy is an unusual feature of a person (though there are also other uses, see below).
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Achondroplasia Achondroplasia is a form of short-limbed dwarfism. The word achondroplasia literally means without cartilage formation.. Cartilage is a tough but flexible tissue that makes up much of the skeleton during early development.
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- Cyclothymia is a milder form of bipolar disorder characterized by several hypomanic episodes and less severe episodes of depression that alternate for at least two years. The severity of this illness may change over time.yclothymia is a milder form of bipolar disorder characterized by several hypomanic episodes and less severe episodes of depression that alternate for at least two years. The severity of this illness may change over time.
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WebMD Â® Bipolar Disorder Community Akathisia is a movement disorder characterized by a feeling of inner restlessness and a compelling need to be in constant motion, as well as by actions such as rocking while standing or sitting, lifting the feet as if marching on the spot, and crossing and uncrossing the legs while sitting.
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- Definition of DYSTHYMIA. : a mood disorder characterized by chronic mildly depressed or irritable mood often accompanied by other symptoms (as eating and sleeping disturbances, fatigue, and poor self-esteem) —called also dysthymic disorder. — dys·thy·mic \-ˈthī-mik\ adjective or noun.
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Antipsychotics - The Future of Schizophrenia Treatment The chronic form is more difficult to recognise, often co-existing with TD with a mixture of choreoathetoid and dystonic features. Akathisia is a particularly distressing aspect of the extrapyramidal syndrome, often starting within a few days of the initiation of treatment. Patients experience a sense of inner restlessness, mental unease, unrest or dysphonia.
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Acrodysostosis Acrodysostosis also known as Arkless-Graham syndrome or Maroteaux-Malamut syndrome is a rare congenital malformation syndrome which involves shortening of the interphalangeal joints of the hands and feet, intellectual disability in approximately 90% of affected children, and peculiar facies.
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- idiosyncrasy (plural idiosyncrasies) A behavior or way of thinking that is characteristic of a person. A language or behaviour that is particular to an individual or group. (medicine) A peculiar individual reaction to a generally innocuous substance or factor.
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- half of this is rubbish i have alexithymia and have suffered with depression and anorexia i really struggle to identify and express my own emotions but have been told by many that i have very high levels of empathy sometimes to my own detriment
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- Aniridia is a panocular disorder affecting tissues throughout the eye, in addition to the iris abnormalities for which it is named.1,2,5 Affected individuals characteristically have absent or altered iris tissue and foveal hypoplasia, which generally leads to nystagmus and impaired visual acuity (usually 20/100–20/200). Later onset
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Shared Flashcard Set Term. myxedema. Definition. condition resulting from a deficiency of the thyroid hormone thyroxine; a severe form of hypothyroidism in an adult; symptoms include puffiness of the face and hands, course and thickened skin, enlarged tongue, slow speech, and anemia. Term. tetany.