Glossary
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Fatigue
A feeling of weariness, tiredness, or lack of energy.
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Gait
A manner of walking or moving on foot.
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Gastroesophageal Reflux
The backward flow of the contents of the stomach into the esophagus.
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Gastrointestinal Tract
A large, muscular tube that extends from the mouth to the anus, where the movement of muscles and release of hormones and enzymes digest food. (Also called the alimentary canal or digestive tract)
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Goiter
An enlargement of the thyroid gland that is commonly noticed as a swelling of the front part of the neck. It is usually happens because of an isufficient intake of iodine.
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HDL
The "good" cholesterol.
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Hemoglobin
A protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen.
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Hemorrhage
An unusually large discharge of blood from the blood vessels.
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Heparin
A blood-thinner.
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Hereditary
Passed on from parent to offspring.
