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Topic: Health

papaverine

IPA: /ˌpæpəˈvɪrin/

KK: /pæpəˈvɪrin/

noun

Definition: A substance derived from opium that is used in medicine to help relax smooth muscles and relieve spasms.

Example: The doctor prescribed papaverine to help ease the patient's muscle cramps.

papillary

IPA: /ˈpæp.ɪ.lər.i/

KK: /ˈpæpəˌlɛri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling small, nipple-like projections or structures.

Example: The papillary muscles in the heart help to control the opening of the heart valves.

papilloma

IPA: /ˌpæpɪˈloʊmə/

KK: /pæpɪˈloʊmə/

noun

Definition: A small, non-cancerous growth on the skin or mucous membranes, often resembling a wart, caused by an overgrowth of cells.

Example: The doctor removed the papilloma from the patient's skin during the procedure.

papillomatous

IPA: /ˌpæpɪloʊˈmætəs/

KK: /ˌpæpɪloʊˈmætəs/

adjective

Definition: Describing a condition or growth that has small, wart-like projections or tumors.

Example: The doctor noted that the skin lesion was papillomatous in nature.

papillomavirus

IPA: /ˌpæpɪloʊˈmæˌvaɪrəs/

KK: /pæpɪloʊˈmæˌvaɪrəs/

noun

Definition: A type of virus that can cause warts and other growths on the skin and mucous membranes in humans and animals.

Example: The doctor explained that the papillomavirus can lead to various skin conditions.

papula

IPA: /ˈpæp.jʊ.lə/

KK: /ˈpæp.jʊ.lə/

noun

Definition: A small raised bump on the skin, often caused by irritation or infection, or a small structure found in certain animals like starfishes.

Example: The doctor examined the papula on my arm to determine if it was a sign of an allergic reaction.

papule

IPA: /ˈpæp.juːl/

KK: /ˈpæp.juːl/

noun

Definition: A small, raised bump on the skin that is often red and can be caused by inflammation.

Example: The doctor examined the papule on my arm to determine if it was a sign of an allergic reaction.

papulose

IPA: /ˈpæp.jʊ.ləs/

KK: /ˈpæp.jə.ləs/

adjective

Definition: Describing a surface that has small, raised bumps or projections.

Example: The plant's leaves were papulose, giving them a unique texture.

papulous

IPA: /ˈpæp.jə.ləs/

KK: /ˈpæp.jə.ləs/

adjective

Definition: Having small raised bumps or swellings on the skin.

Example: The doctor noted that the rash was papulous and required further examination.

paracetamol

IPA: //ˌpærəˈsiːtəˌmɒl//

KK: /pærəˈsiːtəmɒl/

noun

Definition: A type of medicine used to relieve mild pain and reduce fever.

Example: I took a paracetamol to help with my headache.

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