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areola Anatomy any small circular area, such as the pigmented ring around the human nipple or the inflamed area surrounding a pimple areola [ə′rē·ə·lə] (anatomy) The portion of the iris bordering the pupil of the eye. A pigmented ring surrounding a nipple, vesicle, or pustule. A small space, interval, or pore in a tissue. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| The adverse developmental event that is associated with the LOAEL is the retention of nipples and areolas in immature male offspring. An autopsy disclosed that the victim had sustained numerous injuries to her face from blunt force in addition to post mortem amputation of both her areolas and nipples. Plastic surgeons have long known how to make new breasts for women who have had mastectomies, including creating new areolas - the pigmented area around the nipple - by tattooing or other methods. |
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