An unexpected medical problem that happens during treatment with a drug or other therapy. Adverse effects do not have to be … [Read more...]
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acupuncture needle
A stainless steel needle that is slightly thicker than a human hair. Acupuncture needles are inserted through the skin at specific points on the body to control … [Read more...]
acupoint
A specific spot on the body where an acupuncture needle may be inserted to control pain and other symptoms. Also called acupuncture point. … [Read more...]
ACTH
A hormone made in the pituitary gland. ACTH acts on the outer part of the adrenal gland to control its release of corticosteroid hormones. More ACTH is made … [Read more...]
acid
A chemical that gives off hydrogen ions in water and forms salts by combining with certain metals. Acids have a sour taste and turn certain dyes red. Some acids … [Read more...]
AC-T-T regimen
An abbreviation for a chemotherapy combination used to treat breast cancer. It includes the drugs doxorubicin hydrochloride (Adriamycin) and cyclophosphamide, … [Read more...]
AC-TH regimen
An abbreviation for a chemotherapy combination used to treat breast cancer. It includes the drugs doxorubicin hydrochloride (Adriamycin) and cyclophosphamide, … [Read more...]
AC
An abbreviation for a chemotherapy combination used with other types of therapy to treat breast cancer, including breast cancer that has spread or come back. It … [Read more...]
5-hydroxytryptamine 3 receptor antagonist
A type of drug used to treat certain types of irritable bowel syndrome and relieve nausea and vomiting. It is a type of antiemetic. Also called 5-HT3 receptor … [Read more...]
wild clover
Trifolium pratense. A plant with flowers that has been used in some cultures to treat certain medical problems. It is being studied in the relief of menopausal … [Read more...]