Progestin


Any one of a group of steroid hormones that have the effect of progesterone.

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    An overly prominent jaw. Prognathism may cause no problems or be associated with dental problems. Prognathism is characteristic of some diseases, such as acromegaly.

  • Prognosis

    The forecast of the probable outcome or course of a disease; the patient’s chance of ‘recovery.

  • Prognostic

    Pertaining to the prognosis, the outlook for the patient.

  • Progressive

    Increasing in scope or severity, advancing, or going forward. For example, a disease that is progressive is worsening.

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