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Black Lung Disease

Friday, January 23rd, 2009

- Chronic, progressive, nodular pulmonary disease involving diffuse deposition of coal dust in the lungs.
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Asbestosis

Friday, January 23rd, 2009

- A diffuse, interstitial pulmonary fibrosis resulting from inhalation of asbestos.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis

Thursday, January 22nd, 2009

- A chronic systemic degenerative disease characterized by inflammation of the connective tissues and manifested primarily in and around peripheral joints.
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Osteoarthritis (Degenerative Joint Disease)

Thursday, January 22nd, 2009

- A chronic degenerative disease process occurring primarily in the hips and knees and characterized by deterioration of the joint cartilage, formation of new bone in subchondral areas and joint margins, and joint hypertrophy.
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Appendicitis

Wednesday, January 21st, 2009

- An acute inflammation of the appendix.
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