A substance used to make plastics, rubber, and textiles. Being exposed to acrylonitrile may increase the risk of developing certain cancers, such as lung, … [Read more...]

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...]

A drug put on the skin to treat growths caused by sun exposure. A form of Actinex that is taken by mouth is being studied in the treatment of prostate cancer. … [Read more...]

A thick, scaly patch of skin that may become cancer. It usually forms on areas exposed to the sun, such as the face, scalp, back of the hands, or chest. It is … [Read more...]

In cancer prevention clinical trials, a study that focuses on finding out whether actions people take can prevent cancer. … [Read more...]

In biology, to stimulate a cell in a resting state to become active. This causes biochemical and functional changes in the activated cell. … [Read more...]

Closely watching a patient … [Read more...]

The tasks of everyday life. These activities include eating, dressing, getting into or out of a bed or chair, taking a bath or shower, and using the toilet. … [Read more...]

A drug that is used to treat type 2 diabetes and is being studied in the prevention of head and neck cancer. It may be able to stop leukoplakia (a condition … [Read more...]

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...]