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genitalia

pl. n. the reproductive organs of the male or female. The male genitalia include the penis, testes and related structures, prostate gland, seminal vesicles, and bulbourethral glands. The female genitalia consist of the vulva, vagina, vestibular glands, uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, and related structures. The external genitalia comprise the vulva (including the clitoris, labia, and vestibule of the vagina) in females and the penis and testicles in males. Also called genitals. See also ambiguous genitalia.

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essential tremor

essential tremor

trembling of the hands, head, or voice that appears to be hereditary. It is the most common type of movement disorder and is thought to be a benign condition, although its etiology and neurological substrates remain unclear. Also called familial tremor.