granulocytopenia(GRAN-yoo-loh-SY-toh-PEE-nee-uh) A deficiency in the number of granulocytes, a type of white blood cell.
granulosa cell tumor(GRAN-yoo-LOH-suh SEL TOO-mer) A type of slow-growing, malignant tumor that usually affects the ovary.
gray elmThe inner bark of this plant has been used in some cultures to treat certain medical problems. It may have antioxidant effects.
green tea extractA substance that is being studied in the prevention of cancer. It is made from decaffeinated green tea, and contains chemicals called catechins, which are…
Greene Menopause IndexA tool used by researchers to study the symptoms of menopause. It is a standard list of 21 questions which women use to rate how much they are bothered by…
grief (GREEF)The normal response to a major loss, such as the death of a loved one. Grief may also be felt by a person with a serious, long-term illness or with a…
grief counseling(greef KOWN-suh-ling) The process by which a trained counselor or a support group helps a person work through normal feelings of sorrow after a loss, such…
grief therapy(greef THAYR-uh-pee) Treatment that helps a person work through a greater than normal reaction to a loss, such as the death of a loved one.
GrievanceA complaint that you communicate to your health insurer or plan.
Group Health PlanWhen groups of individuals are covered under one insurance contract. Usually people are offered group health plans by their employers (see "individual…
growth factor(grohth FAK-ter) A substance made by the body that functions to regulate cell division and cell survival.
growth hormoneA protein made by the pituitary gland that helps control body growth and the use of glucose and fat in the body. Also called somatotropin.
GTI-2040A substance that is being studied as a treatment for cancer. It belongs to the family of drugs called antisense oligonucleotides.
guaiac(GWY-uk) A substance from a type of tree called Guaiacum that grows in the Caribbean.
Guaranteed IssueA health insurance policy that must be issued regardless of any pre-existing medical condition.
Guaranteed renewabilityA requirement that health insurers renew coverage under a health plan except for failure to pay premium, fraud or misrepresentation.
Guaranteed RenewalA requirement that your health insurance issuer must offer to renew your policy as long as you continue to pay premiums.
gumsThe tissue of the upper and lower jaws that surrounds the base of the teeth. Also called gingiva.
GVHDA disease caused when cells from a donated stem cell graft attack the normal tissue of the transplant patient.
GW572016A drug used with another anticancer drug to treat breast cancer that is HER2 positive and has advanced or metastasized (spread to other parts of the body)…
GW786034A substance being studied in the treatment of cancer. It is a type of protein tyrosine kinase inhibitor and angiogenesis inhibitor.
gynecologic(GY-neh-kuh-LAH-jik) Having to do with the female reproductive tract (including the cervix, endometrium, fallopian tubes, ovaries, uterus, and vagina).
gynecologic cancer(GY-neh-kuh-LAH-jik KAN-ser) Cancer of the female reproductive tract, including the cervix, endometrium, fallopian tubes, ovaries, uterus, and vagina.
gynecologic oncologist(GY-neh-kuh-LAH-jik on-KAH-loh-jist) A doctor who specializes in treating cancers of the female reproductive organs.
gynecologist(GY-neh-KAH-loh-jist) A doctor who specializes in treating diseases of the female reproductive organs.
Gynecomastia(guy'neh-co-mast"ee-uh) a condition in which firm breast tissue or breast enlargement occurs in males.