hyperplasia. Overgrowth of a part due to a multiplication of its elements.

hypertrophy. Abnormal, increased size of a part or of an organ.

hypnotic. Causing sleep.

hypo. Under, as in hypodermic, beneath the skin, or subcutaneous.

hypodermatic (hypodermic). Subcutaneous, applied to injections underneath the skin.

hypodermoclysis. The hypodermic injection of fluids to supply a lack of blood.

hysteria. A functional neurosis with abnormal sensations, emotions or paroxysms.

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ic. Relating to, as in caloric, relating to temperature.

ichthyol. A brownish oil; principally used in the form of ammonium ichthyol as an antiseptic.