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Degenerative disorder
Synonym(s)
degenerative
Definition(s)
A disease in which the function or structure of the affected tissues or organs changes for the worse over time. Osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and Alzheimer's disease are examples.
Definition from: National Cancer Institute
dictionary
Published: January 23, 2009
