A skin disease marked by scaly or thickened patches on the skin and often caused by prolonged exposure to arsenic. The patches often occur on sun-exposed areas … [Read more...]
B
Bowman-Birk inhibitor concentrate
An extract of soybeans enriched in Bowman-Birk inhibitor (BBI), a soybean-derived, 71-amino acid, polypeptide and serine protease inhibitor with potential … [Read more...]
BPA-F
A substance used in a type of radiation therapy called boron neutron capture therapy. BPA-F is injected into a vein, and becomes concentrated in tumor cells. … [Read more...]
BPD
Borderline personality disorder. A serious mental illness marked by unstable moods and impulsive behavior. People with BPD have problems with relationships, … [Read more...]
BPH
A benign (not cancer) condition in which an overgrowth of prostate tissue pushes against the urethra and the bladder, blocking the flow of urine. Also called … [Read more...]
BPU
A substance being studied in the treatment of cancer. It is a type of antitubulin agent. Also called benzoylphenylurea. … [Read more...]
brachial plexopathy
A condition marked by numbness, tingling, pain, weakness, or limited movement in the arm or hand. It is caused by an impairment of the brachial plexus, a … [Read more...]
brachial plexus
A network of nerves that sends signals from the spine to the arm and hand. … [Read more...]
brachytherapy
A type of radiation therapy in which radioactive material sealed in needles, seeds, wires, or catheters is placed directly into or near a tumor. Also called … [Read more...]
BRAF (V600E) kinase inhibitor RO5185426
A substance being studied in the treatment of cancer. BRAF (V600E) kinase is a mutated (changed) form of a cell protein called BRAF. … [Read more...]