This disease is characterized by abnormal thickening of the skin ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


scleroderma

Scleroderma is a chronic disease with abnormal thickening of the skin caused by the formation of new collagen.

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1. It consists of large fragments of heparin. 2. It binds to plasma proteins as strongly as standard heparin. 3. It can be administered subcutaneously. 4. It has more side effects than standard heparin.

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The definition of diaphoresis is profuse sweating

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The ____ is involved in memory and atrophies in response to chronic stress

A) ?hypothalamus B) ?amygdala C) ?hippocampus D) ?locus coeruleus E) ?pituitary

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The first sign of puberty in females is the beginning of breast development

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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