diplopia

n. a visual disorder in which images from the two eyes are seen separately and simultaneously. Diplopia is usually due to weak or paralyzed eye muscles, resulting in a failure of coordination and focus. It may also be a functional symptom or result from brain injury (cerebral diplopia). See also double vision.

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androsterone

n. a steroid hormone, secreted by the adrenal cortex and testis, with weak androgenic effects.