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Glossary Terms: 1-10 | 11-20 | 21-23
edema
(eh-deem-uh)
:
build-up of fluid in the tissues, causing swelling. Edema of the arm can occur after radical mastectomy, axillary dissection of lymph nodes, or radiation therapy. See also, lymphedema.
ejaculate
:
to release semen during orgasm; as a noun, semen.
electrofulguration
:
a type of treatment that destroys cancer cells by burning with an electrical current.
electrofulguration
(e-lek-tro-ful-ger-A-shun)
:
a type of treatment that destroys cancer cells by burning with an electrical current.
emesis
(em-eh-sis)
:
vomiting
endocrine glands
(en-do-krin glands)
:
glands that release hormones into the bloodstream. The ovaries are one type of endocrine gland.
endocrine therapy
:
manipulation of hormones in order to treat a disease or condition. See also, hormone therapy.
endocrinologist
(en-do-krin-ol-o-jist)
:
a doctor who specializes in diseases related to the glands of the endocrine system, e.g., the thyroid, pancreas, and adrenal glands.
endometrium
(en-do-mee-tree-um)
:
the lining of the womb (uterus).
endoscopy
(en-dos-ko-pee)
:
inspection of body organs or cavities using a flexible, lighted tube called an endoscope.
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