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adjuvant therapy
chemotherapy, radiation therapy or hormone therapy used to kill remaining cancer cells left behind after surgery.
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anemia
a blood condition that occurs when red blood cell count drops significantly, making it difficult for the body to get enough oxygen to its tissues.
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& around the clock&
prescription medication to be taken throughout a 24-hour period, not just on an "as needed" basis (see "as needed").
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& as needed&
prescription medication to be taken when symptoms are occasional.
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attending physician
the doctor in charge of your care.
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benign
a non-cancerous tumor. These tumors do not invade nearby tissue or spread to other parts of the body. Benign tumors usually can be removed and are seldom a threat to life.
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biopsy
a surgical procedure in which a piece of tissues removed by a needle or an incision and sent to pathology to determine if it is benign or malignant (see malignant).
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bone marrow
material inside bones that produces blood cells.
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