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Pinworm | Thread worm Infection - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment & Prevention - Glossary

Medically Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team on Apr 04, 2017


Glossary

Endometrium: The layer of tissue that lines the uterus.

Neuromuscular: Pertaining to the nerves and muscles.


Peristalsis: Wave-like contraction of muscles, particularly in the digestive system, that propels food or food residue through the digestive tract.

Folliculitis: The inflammation of hair follicles due to a bacterial infection, causing boils or tiny blisters containing pus.

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