sura

sura

 [soo´ra] (L.)

calf. adj., adj su´ral.

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calf

, pl.

calves

(kaf, kavz),

1. A young bovine animal, male or female. Synonym(s): sura

2. The posterior prominence of the leg, caused by the underlying triceps surae muscles (lateral and medial heads of gastrocnemius and soleus).

[Gael. kalpa]

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calf

Anatomy
The fleshy part of the posterior lower leg, which is composed primarily of gastrocnemius muscle.
 
Veterinary medicine
A young cow from birth until it is weaned.

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Patient discussion about sura

Q. I have just developed a pain in my calf - feels like it clicks when I walk, and is a sharp pain I first noticed this problem this morning. As I stepped out of my car, I felt a sharp pain in my left calf, and it has gone worse as the day has gone on. No pain until I walk.

A. hmmm...now as i think of it- fatman's answer seems more logical. but usually people can tell the difference between strained muscle and other stuff. if it was just a pulled muscle he would have thought of it and naturally massage the area. no?

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