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  2. Seal finger - Wikipedia

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    Seal finger, also known as sealer's finger and spekkfinger (from the Norwegian for "blubber"), [2] is an infection that afflicts the fingers of seal hunters and other people who handle seals, as a result of bites or contact with exposed seal bones; [citation needed] it has also been contracted by exposure to untreated seal pelts.

  3. ‘Seal finger’ warning over infection if bitten by sea mammal

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    Around 120,000 grey seals set up home off the coast of Britain, which makes up 40 per cent of the world’s grey seals and almost all of Europe’s. ... It could basically mean you lose the finger ...

  4. 'Nasty' blood infection warning if bitten by seal - AOL

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    The animals' teeth are coated in necrotic bacteria which could result in a "seal finger" infection. 'Nasty' blood infection warning if bitten by seal Skip to main content

  5. Phocomelia - Wikipedia

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    Phocomelia is a congenital condition that involves malformations of human arms and legs which result in a flipper-like appendage. [1] [2] A prominent cause of phocomelia is the mother being prescribed the use of the drug thalidomide during pregnancy; however, the causes of most cases are to be determined.

  6. Trigger finger - Wikipedia

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    Trigger finger, also known as stenosing tenosynovitis, is a disorder characterized by catching or locking of the involved finger in full or near full flexion, typically with force. [2] There may be tenderness in the palm of the hand near the last skin crease (distal palmar crease ). [ 3 ]

  7. Ribbon seal - Wikipedia

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    The ribbon seal dives to depths of up to 200 m in search of food; it is solitary and forms no herds. Ribbon seals located in the Bering Sea consume pollock, eelpout, and arctic cod. [13] Adult seals have relatively weak and smooth canines because their food does not need to be viciously torn. [14]

  8. 23 anti-frizz products approved by editors and experts - AOL

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    The formula includes ingredients like rosehip, argan, and coconut oils that work together to seal the hair cuticle, hydrate the hair and lock out humidity, according to the brand. Moroccanoil ...

  9. Joint locking (medicine) - Wikipedia

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    In medicine, joint locking is a symptom of pathology in a joint.It is a complaint by a person when they are unable to fully flex or fully extend a joint.. This term is also used to describe the normal mechanism of lower limb joints held in full extension without much muscular effort when a person is standing.