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The Special Topics Medical Dictionary M-O provides comprehensive, reliable definitions for specific medical topics. Whether you are interested in metabolism or ovarian cancer dangers, learn what medical terms mean, see images and get related information on various aspects of health and wellness.

Featured Article:  Neuroretinitis

Neuroretinitis, an inflammation of the eye’s retina and optic nerve, has no known cause. Learn about neuroretinitis definition. See more »

Myasthenia Gravis - Resources

Myasthenia gravis resources. Myasthenia gravis support, information and contacts.

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Myelin

Myelin is an insulating layer that forms around nerves to prevent impulse disruption. Learn about myelin function and information.

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Nail Care For Newborns

Nail Care For Newborns information from HowStuffWorks. Learn about Nail Care For Newborns and other medical topics.

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Nasal CPAP

Nasal CPAP is a treatment that uses slight air pressure to increase the amount of air breathed in. Learn about nasal CPAP uses and information.

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Nausea And Acupressure

Nausea and morning sickness may improve through acupressure or acupuncture. Learn about nausea and acupressure uses and information.

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Necrosis

Necrosis is death of tissue anywhere in the body. Learn about necrosis definition.

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Neonate

Neonates or newborns are infants who are 4 weeks of age or younger. Learn about neonate definition.

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Neurologic Deficit

Neurologic deficits are function decreases in the brain, spinal cord, muscles and/or nerves. Learn about neurologic deficit examples and information.

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Neuroretinitis

Neuroretinitis, an inflammation of the eye’s retina and optic nerve, has no known cause. Learn about neuroretinitis definition.

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Newborn Head Molding

Newborn head molding is when pressure on the head during child birth creates abnormal head shape. Learn about newborn head molding risks and information.

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NICU Consultants And Support Staff

NICU consultants and support staff are the physicians, pediatricians, and nurses with specialized training who may provide medical care to infants. Learn more about the NICU consultants and support staff positions and the services each position provides.

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NICU House Staff

NICU house staff refers to the team of caregivers that are involved in the care of your infant in the newborn intensive care unit. Learn more about the NICU house staff caregivers and their individual functions.

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Noninvasive

The term noninvasive can refer to diseases, procedures, or devices. Learn about noninvasive diseases, procedures, and devices.

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Nosebleed Treatment

Nosebleed treatment is done by sitting down and gently squeezing the soft portion of the nose between your thumb and finger for about 5-10 minutes. Learn more about nosebleed treatment options and procedures.

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Nurse Practitioner (NP)

The Nurse Practitioner profession is a nurse with a graduate degree in advanced practice nursing and provides a broad range of health care services. Learn more about the Nurse Practitioner profession, licensure, and certification process.

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Oily Hair

Oily hair is caused by altered hormone levels and can be prevented with specialized shampoos or by controlling hormone levels. Learn more about oily hair causes, preventative measures, and treatment options.

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Oily Skin

Oily skin is the result of heredity and hormones and requires frequent skin cleansing to keep the skin clean. Learn more about oily skin causes, treatment options, and prevention.

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Orgasmic Dysfunction

Orgasmic dysfunction is an inhibition of the orgasmic phase of the sexual response cycle affecting women. Learn more about orgasmic dysfunction causes, risk factors, prevention, and treatment options.

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Ostomy - Resources

The organizations listed below are good resources for information on ostomies. See a complete list of ostomy resources and non-profit organizations.

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Ovarian Growths

Ovarian growths are usually fluid filled sacs which form naturally prior to menopause but large growths may indicate more serious condition. Learn more about ovarian growths, complications, and their role in menopause.

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