Where Is the Thymus Located

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Multiple Choice

Where is the thymus located?

• A)posterior mediastinum,lateral to the spinal cord
• B)anterior mediastinum,posterior to the sternum
• C)along the curving lateral border of the stomach,extending between the 9th and 11th ribs on the left side
• D)posterior superior wall of the nasopharynx
• E)inferior to the diaphragm,medial to the liver

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Definitions:

Strabismus

A condition where the eyes do not properly align with each other when looking at an object, often referred to as crossed eyes.

Amblyopia

A vision development disorder known as "lazy eye," where an eye fails to achieve normal visual acuity, despite the use of prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses.

Presbyopia

A form of age-related vision impairment characterized by difficulty in focusing on close objects, necessitating reading glasses or bifocals.

Iritis

is inflammation of the iris, the colored part of the eye, which can cause pain, light sensitivity, decreased vision, and redness of the eye, and requires prompt treatment to prevent serious complications.