Frederick Parkes Weber

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Frederick Parkes Weber (Template:IPA-en) was a British dermatologist and medical researcher known for his contributions to the field of medicine. His most notable work includes the identification of a rare vascular disorder now known as Frederick Parkes Weber syndrome.

Etymology

The term "Frederick Parkes Weber" is derived from the name of the British dermatologist who first described the condition. The term "syndrome" is derived from the Greek word "syndromē," which means "concurrence of symptoms," or "running together."

Pronunciation

Frederick Parkes Weber is pronounced as "Fred-er-ick Parks Web-er."

Related Terms

  • Dermatology: The branch of medicine dealing with the skin, nails, hair and its diseases.
  • Medical Research: The study of health and disease within a community; for the purposes of understanding how to prevent and treat diseases.
  • Vascular Disorder: A general term for conditions that affect the blood vessels.
  • Frederick Parkes Weber Syndrome: A rare condition characterized by the presence of capillary malformations and overgrowth of one limb.

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