| familial adenomatous polyposis |
FAP. An inherited condition in which numerous polyps (growths that protrude from mucous membranes) form on the inside walls of the colon and rectum. It increases the risk for colorectal cancer. Also called familial polyposis.
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| family history |
A record of a person's current and past illnesses, and those of his or her parents, brothers, sisters, children, and other family members. A family history shows the pattern of certain diseases in a family, and helps to determine risk factors for those and other diseases.
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| family planning |
Controlling reproduction; planning the timing of birth and having as many babies as are wanted and can be supported.
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| family planning |
Planning for whether and when to have children. 374
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| famine |
a severe shortage of food, often brought on by drought
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