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Betel nut
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Betel nutThe nut of the Areca palm tree and an ingredient of betel nut quid, an addictive mix chewed in some Pacific and Asian cultures. Its use is associated with aggressive oral cancers affecting especially the inner lining of the cheeks and lips are the primary tumor sites. Other sites include the tongue, lower lip, tonsil and floor of the mouth.
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Aggressive
In oncology, quickly growing, tending to spread rapidly. As, for example, an aggressive tumor.
Oral
Of or involving the mouth or mouth region or the surface on which the mouth is located.
Tumor
Overgrowth of tissue.
Tongue
The muscular organ attached to the floor of the mouth. Used to speak, chew, swallow and taste.
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Beta particle
An electron ejected from the nucleus of a decaying atom. Although beta particles can be stopped by a thin sheet of aluminum, they can penetrate the dead skin layer, potentially causing burns. They can pose a serious direct or external radiation threat and can be lethal depending on the amount received. They also pose a serious internal radiation threat if beta-emitting atoms are ingested or inhaled.
Beta protein 1
Abbreviated and better known as BP1. See: BP1.
Beta-2 agonist
See: Beta-agonist.
Beta-agonist
"A bronchodilator medicine that opens the airways by relaxing the muscles around the airways that may tighten during an asthma attack or in COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Beta-agonists can be administered by inhalers or orally. They are called ""agonists"" because they activate the beta-2 receptor on the muscles surrounding the airways. Activation of beta-2 receptors relaxes the muscles surrounding the airways and opens the airways. Dilating airways helps to relieve the symptoms of dyspnea (shortness of breath). Beta-2 agonists have been shown to relieve dyspnea in many asthma and COPD patients. The action of beta-2 agonists starts within minutes after inhalation and lasts for about 4 hours. Because of their quick onset of action, beta-2 agonists are especially helpful for patients who are acutely short of breath but, because of their short duration of action, several doses of beta-agonists are often necessary each day. The side effects of beta-2 agonists include anxiety, tremor, palpitations or fast heart rate, and low blood potassium. "
Beta-defensin
See: Defensin.
Betel nut
Bevacizumab
Generic name for a monoclonal antibody anticancer drug. See: Avastin.
Bextra
Brand name for valdecoxib, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) that inhibits cox-2, an enzyme that makes prostaglandins which promote the inflammation and cause the pain, swelling and tenderness of arthritic joints.
BF
"Abbreviation for ""black female"" used by doctors as shorthand when jotting down the results of their physical examination. "
Bi-
Prefix meaning two, as in biceps or bicuspid.
BIA
Bioelectric impedance analysis.
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Aggressive
In oncology, quickly growing, tending to spread rapidly. As, for example, an aggressive tumor.
Oral
Of or involving the mouth or mouth region or the surface on which the mouth is located.
Tumor
Overgrowth of tissue.
Tongue
The muscular organ attached to the floor of the mouth. Used to speak, chew, swallow and taste.
SIMILAR TERMS--------------------------------------
PREVIOUS AND NEXT TERMS--------------------------------------
Beta particle
An electron ejected from the nucleus of a decaying atom. Although beta particles can be stopped by a thin sheet of aluminum, they can penetrate the dead skin layer, potentially causing burns. They can pose a serious direct or external radiation threat and can be lethal depending on the amount received. They also pose a serious internal radiation threat if beta-emitting atoms are ingested or inhaled.
Beta protein 1
Abbreviated and better known as BP1. See: BP1.
Beta-2 agonist
See: Beta-agonist.
Beta-agonist
"A bronchodilator medicine that opens the airways by relaxing the muscles around the airways that may tighten during an asthma attack or in COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Beta-agonists can be administered by inhalers or orally. They are called ""agonists"" because they activate the beta-2 receptor on the muscles surrounding the airways. Activation of beta-2 receptors relaxes the muscles surrounding the airways and opens the airways. Dilating airways helps to relieve the symptoms of dyspnea (shortness of breath). Beta-2 agonists have been shown to relieve dyspnea in many asthma and COPD patients. The action of beta-2 agonists starts within minutes after inhalation and lasts for about 4 hours. Because of their quick onset of action, beta-2 agonists are especially helpful for patients who are acutely short of breath but, because of their short duration of action, several doses of beta-agonists are often necessary each day. The side effects of beta-2 agonists include anxiety, tremor, palpitations or fast heart rate, and low blood potassium. "
Beta-defensin
See: Defensin.
Betel nut
Bevacizumab
Generic name for a monoclonal antibody anticancer drug. See: Avastin.
Bextra
Brand name for valdecoxib, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) that inhibits cox-2, an enzyme that makes prostaglandins which promote the inflammation and cause the pain, swelling and tenderness of arthritic joints.
BF
"Abbreviation for ""black female"" used by doctors as shorthand when jotting down the results of their physical examination. "
Bi-
Prefix meaning two, as in biceps or bicuspid.
BIA
Bioelectric impedance analysis.
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