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Methodology is defined as the systematic application of procedures used in research investigations.

Methotrexate refers to a drug used in medical abortion procedures. Methotrexate, when taken, stops the development of the zygote.

Methylated amphetamines refers to a class of drugs including MDA and MDMA (ecstasy )

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Methylphenidate refers to the Stimulant medication most commonly used in treating children with attention -deficit/hyperactivity disorder. It is sold under the name Ritalin.

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Methylxanthines refers to a Group of alkaloid compounds that includes caffeine, theophylline, and theobromine

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Metoidioplasty refers to a clitoral release procedure used in Female to Male transsexuals in which the enlarged clitoris is released from its position and moved forward to more closely resemble the position of a penis. In some cases, the urethra is moved to end at the tip of the clitoris.

MI (Myocardial infarction) is defined as a heart attack that is produced when a clot has developed in a coronary vessel, blocking the flow of blood to the heart; a cutoff of blood to the heart muscle, causing damage to the heart MI is also referred to as a heart attack. Myocardial infarction is also known as Angina pectoris or Cardiac arrest. Chest pain is a common symptom. .

Miasma refer to Infecting substances floating in the air; the effluvia or fine particles of any putrefying bodies, rising and floating in the atmosphere, and considered to be noxious to health.

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