Medical Conditions Terminology in Category M

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Marginal, Dental Adaptation

The degree of proximity and interlocking of filling material to the wall of the cavity of a tooth. The term has come to be used synonymously with adaptation at the cavosurface margin. (Jablonski, Illustrated Dictionary of Dentistry, 1982; J Dent 1993;21:265-73)

Marihuana Abuse

The excessive use of marijuana with associated psychological symptoms and impairment in social or occupational functioning.

Marijuana Abuse

The excessive use of marijuana with associated psychological symptoms and impairment in social or occupational functioning.

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Marriage Age

The social institution involving legal and/or religious sanction whereby men and women are joined together for the purpose of founding a family unit.

Maxillofacial Abnormality

Congenital structural deformities, malformations, or other abnormalities of the maxilla and face or facial bones.

Maximum Allowable Concentration

The maximum exposure to a biologically active physical or chemical agent that is allowed during an 8-hour period (a workday) in a population of workers, or during a 24-hour period in the general population, which does not appear to cause appreciable harm, whether immediate or delayed for any period, in the target population. (From Lewis Dictionary of Toxicology, 1st ed)

Meclofenamic Acid

A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent with antipyretic and antigranulation activities. It also inhibits prostaglandin biosynthesis.

Medical Savings Account

Tax-exempt trusts or custodial accounts established by individuals with financial institutions for saving money for future medical expenses.

Medroxyprogesterone Acetate

A synthetic progestin that is derived from 17-hydroxyprogesterone. It is a long-acting contraceptive that is effective both orally or by intramuscular injection and has also been used to treat breast and endometrial neoplasms.

Mefenamic Acid

A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic properties. It is an inhibitor of cyclooxygenase.