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antibody
A substance formed by the body to help defend it against infection.
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Colposcopy
Examination of the vagina and cervix with an instrument called a colposcope.
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OCN
A registered nurse who has met the requirements and successfully completed a certification examination in oncology.
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acquired immune deficiency syndrome
AIDS is a viral disease that destroys the body's ability to fight infections, leaving the body susceptible to many other diseases. AIDS is also known as Autoimmune Immunodeficiency Syndrome
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acute
A sudden onset of symptoms or disease.
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adenocarcinoma
See Carcinoma.
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adenoma
A benign tumor made up of glandular tissue. For example, an adenoma of the pituitary gland may cause it to produce abnormal amounts of hormones.
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adrenal glands
Two small organs near the kidneys that release hormones.
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AFP
A tumor marker. Alopecia The loss of hair, which may include all body hair as well as scalp hair.
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Analgesic
Any drug that relieves pain. Aspirin and acetaminophen are mild analgesics.
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