What does the medical abbreviation VH stand for?
In some cases, there may be more than one meaning of VH. However, what is the medical term VH?
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What is the meaning of VH medical abbreviation?
In science & medicine, the medical abbreviation VH stands for vitreous hemorrhage; viral hepatitis; visual hallucinations.
VH: vitreous hemorrhage; viral hepatitis; visual hallucinations
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