Phthysical (tiz'ik-al). Pertaining to consumption (phthisis).
Physiognomy (fiz-e-og'no-me). The countenance.
Plethoric (pleth'o-rik). A state characterized by an excess of blood in the vessels and marked by a reddish color of the face, full pulse, etc.
Pleura (plu'rah). The serous membrane enveloping the lung and lining the inner surface of the chest cavity.
Pleurisy (plu'rise-e). Inflammation of the pleura (pleuritis).
Plexus (plex-us). A network, especially an aggregation of vessels or
nerves forming an intricate network.
Polypus (pol'e-pus). A tumor having a pedicle, found especially on mucous
membranes, as in the nose, etc.
Pregnancy (preg'nan-se). Woman with child; state of being pregnant.
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Prescription (pre-skrip-shun). A formula written by a doctor to the druggist, designating substances to be administered.