A skin condition that is a common side effect of radiation therapy. The affected skin becomes painful, red, itchy, and blistered. … [Read more...]
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quality of life
The overall enjoyment of life. Many clinical trials assess the effects of cancer and its treatment on the quality of life. These studies measure aspects of an … [Read more...]
Q10
A nutrient that the body needs in small amounts to function and stay healthy. Q10 helps mitochondria (small structures in the cell) make energy. It is an … [Read more...]
polymorphism
A common change in the genetic code in DNA. Polymorphisms can have a harmful effect, a good effect, or no effect. Some polymorphisms have been shown to … [Read more...]
PNU-93914
A form of the anticancer drug paclitaxel that is contained in very tiny, fat-like particles. It may have fewer side effects and work better than paclitaxel. It … [Read more...]
PN401
A substance that is being studied for its ability to protect against the gastrointestinal side effects caused by fluorouracil. It belongs to the family of drugs … [Read more...]
plant sterol
A plant-based compound that can compete with dietary cholesterol to be absorbed by the intestines, resulting in lower blood cholesterol levels. Plant sterols … [Read more...]
piperacillin-tazobactam
A drug combination that is used to treat infection in people with cancer. Piperacillin is a synthetic penicillin; tazobactam enhances the effectiveness of … [Read more...]
phytosterol
A plant-based compound that can compete with dietary cholesterol to be absorbed by the intestines, resulting in lower blood cholesterol levels. Phytosterols may … [Read more...]
phytoestrogen
An estrogen-like substance found in some plants and plant products. Phytoestrogens may have anticancer effects. … [Read more...]