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..."Hallux varus" is derived from Latin, where "hallux" refers to the big toe and "varus" means turned inward. ...can be congenital or acquired. Congenital hallux varus is present at birth and is often associated with a family history of the condition. Acquired hallux

...remity. The term is derived from the Greek words "cheir" which means hand, and "pous" which means foot, indicating that the profession originally included ...ntries adopting the term "podiatrist" to reflect the increasing complexity and specialization of foot care.

...atin (a tough, protective protein). It can be caused by normal use (corns, calluses), chronic inflammation (eczema), or genetic disorders (X-linked ichthyosis, ...cancer in adults. Also called renal cell adenocarcinoma, renal cell cancer and renal cell carcinoma {{dictionary-stub}} [[Category:Dictionary of medicine]

...atin (a tough, protective protein). It can be caused by normal use (corns, calluses), chronic inflammation (eczema), or genetic disorders (X-linked ichthyosis, ...and an increased level of calcium in the blood. Symptoms include bone pain and kidney problems {{dictionary-stub}} [[Category:Dictionary of medicine]]

...as a medical dressing. The non-flexible type is used in theatrical make-up and photography. The term "collodion" comes from the Greek words "kolla," meaning glue, and "eidos," meaning like. It was first formulated in 1846 by the French chemis

...pecializes in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of various [[foot]] and [[lower limb]] conditions. ...kle, "health" referring to the state of being free from illness or injury, and "practitioner" referring to a person actively engaged in an art, discipline

...ord 'salix', meaning willow tree, as salicylic acid was originally derived from the bark of the willow tree. The 'sodium' part of the name refers to the so ...r inflammatory conditions. It is also used as a preservative in some foods and personal care products.

...he Greek word 'allantois', an extra-embryonic membrane in reptiles, birds, and mammals, where the compound was first discovered. ...te, odorless, crystalline powder. It is soluble in hot water, hot alcohol, and dilute sodium hydroxide solution but practically insoluble in most organic

...n [[dermatology]] to treat various skin conditions. They work by softening and breaking down the outermost layer of the skin, known as the [[stratum corne ...term "keratolytic" is derived from the Greek words "keras," meaning horn, and "lysis," meaning loosening or breaking down. This refers to the agent's abi

The term "hammertoe" is derived from the appearance of the affected toe, which resembles a hammer or a claw. ...bent position. Over time, the muscles and tendons in your toes may shorten and tighten, causing your toe to stay bent.

...ous skin conditions, including [[psoriasis]], [[eczema]], [[corns]], and [[calluses]]. ...term "keratolytic" is derived from the Greek words "keras," meaning horn, and "lysis," meaning loosening or breaking down. This refers to the medication'

...ratin]], a protein that forms the main structural component of hair, skin, and nails. ...on" is derived from the Greek words 'hyper' meaning 'over' or 'excessive', and 'keratin', the protein that is overproduced in this condition.