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reversion /re·ver·sion/ (-ver´zhun)

1. regression (3).

2. in genetics, the mutation of a mutant phenotype so that the original function is restored; it includes mutation of the DNA such that the parental base sequence is regained (reverse mutation) .

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re·ver·sion (r-vûrzhn)

n.

1. The return of a trait or characteristic peculiar to a remote ancestor, especially one that has been suppressed for one or more generations.

2. A return to the normal phenotype, usually by a second mutation.

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reversion

[rivur′zhən]

1 the appearance in offspring of traits expressed in previous, but not recent, generations.

2 a return to an original phenotype, by mutation or reinstatement of the original genotype.

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reversion

1. a returning to a previous condition; regression.

2. in genetics, inheritance from some remote ancestor of a character that has not been manifest for several generations.

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reversion

Cardiac pacing The automatic suspension of pacemaker inhibition in the face of certain types of electrical activity. See Pacemaker.

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Patient discussion about reversionary.

Q. I have been struggling with an eating disorder. Can I reverse this? Hi everybody! Here is Tom of 25 yrs old male. I have been struggling with an eating disorder. Now I have low bone density into the osteoporosis level. My level is -2.6. I'm still young, is there hope for me? Can I reverse this? Are there any herbs or other supplements that may help me?

A. most people who has eating disorder wouldn't believe you if you'll say them they have a problem. anorexic girls believe they are fat even when they are all skin and bones. you passed that stage. that stage was the hard one. not that you are facing an easy journey, but the hardest part is behind you. here is a site that will be a big help for you:

http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/p.asp?WebPage_ID=286&Profile_ID=41156

Q. I HAVE HEARD THERE IS A NEW DRUG THAT CAN NOT ONLY SLOW DOWN ALLZHEIMERS BUT REVERSE IT.WHERE CAN IT BE FOUND? ADVERTISMENTS HAVE SAID SOME DOCTORS ARE DOING TRIAL DOSES WITH THIS NEW TREATMENT AND MY MOMS DOCTOR COULDN'T FIND OUT WHERE TO GO AT OUR LAST VISIT.HELP US FIND AN AREA NEAREST TO CENTRAL AL AS POSSIBLE.

A. It's called dimebon, and it was indeed found to improve the condition of patients with mild to moderate Alzheimer disease. You may read more here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dimebon and http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_67571.html