Cancer that begins in the lower part of the epidermis (the outer layer of the skin). It may appear as a small white or flesh-colored bump that grows slowly and … [Read more...]
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ATLL
An aggressive (fast-growing) type of T-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma caused by the human T-cell leukemia virus type 1 (HTLV-1). It is marked by bone and skin … [Read more...]
arousal
The state of being alert and ready to respond, or waking from sleep. … [Read more...]
angiomyolipoma
A benign (noncancer) tumor of fat and muscle tissue that usually is found in the kidney. Angiomyolipomas rarely cause symptoms, but may bleed or grow large … [Read more...]
anesthetic
A drug or other substance that causes a loss of feeling or awareness. Local anesthetics cause a loss of feeling in one small area of the body. Regional … [Read more...]
anesthesia
A loss of feeling or awareness caused by drugs or other substances. Anesthesia keeps patients from feeling pain during surgery or other procedures. Local … [Read more...]
amitriptyline
A drug that is used to treat depression and may be given to treat anxiety, sleep disorders, and pain. It is also being studied in an oral or gel form in the … [Read more...]
amitriptyline hydrochloride
A drug that is used to treat depression and may be given to treat anxiety, sleep disorders, and pain. It is also being studied in an oral or gel form in the … [Read more...]
alum
A chemical substance that contains aluminum sulfate and a second chemical, usually potassium sulfate. It is used to shrink tissues, to stop bleeding, and to … [Read more...]
endocrine system
A system of glands and cells that make hormones that are released directly into the blood and travel to tissues and organs all over the body. The endocrine … [Read more...]