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Shrinkage or wasting away of a tissue or organ because of a reduction in the size or number of its cells. Atrophy may result from death and reabsorption of cells, diminished cellular proliferation, pressure, ischemia, malnutrition, decreased activity or hormonal changes.
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The progressive loss of muscle mass, or wasting, caused by reduction in the size or number of muscle cells. It is one of the later symptoms of ALS.
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Wasting away of any part, organ, tissue or cell.
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The wasting away or a diminution in the size of a follicle so that is cannot produce terminal hair anymore.
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Category: Mom's health Decrease in size or wasting away of a body part or tissue. When muscles are not used, they atrophy (get smaller and weaker). This can happen to women on bed rest. Find out more about Atrophy: Articles | Books/products
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