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Chapter 10 - Hormonal Disorders
Disorders of the Pituitary Gland
Disorders of the Pancreas
Disorders of the Adrenal Glands
Disorders of the Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands
Chapter 11 - Disorders of the Immune System
HIV Infection and AIDS
Allergies
Autoimmune Disorders
Chapter 12 - Infections and Infestations
Generalized Infections
Infestations and Diseases Spread by Insect and Animal Bites
Travelers’ Infections
Chapter 13 - Genetic Disorders
Genetic Counseling
Chromosome Abnormalities
Autosomal Recessive Disorders
Autosomal Dominant Disorders
X-Linked Disorders
Chapter 14 - Disorders of the Bones, Muscles, and Joints
Sports Injuries
Disorders of the Muscles, Tendons, and Ligaments
Bone Disorders
Joint Disorders
Back and Neck Problems
Chapter 15 - Disorders of the Ear
Disorders of the Inner Ear
Disorders of the Middle Ear
Disorders of the Outer Ear
Chapter 16 - Eye Disorders
Focusing Disorders
Disorders of the Eyelids
Disorders of the Outer Eye
Disorders of the Inner Eye
Other Eye Disorders
Chapter 17 - Disorders of the Skin, Hair, and Nails
Skin Disorders
Disorders of the Hair and Nails
Chapter 18 - Cosmetic Surgery
Facial Surgery
Skin Rejuvenation
Breast Surgery
Body Contouring
Hair Replacement Procedures
Chapter 19 - Teeth and Gums
Tooth Decay
Going to the Dentist
Root Canal
Tooth Abscess
Discolored Teeth
Poorly Aligned Teeth
Dental Treatments
Missing Teeth
Problems Caused by Wisdom Teeth
Denture Problems
Periodontal Disease
Glossary
Drug Glossary
Credits
Index
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