temozolomide(teh-moh-ZOH-loh-mide) A drug that is used to treat certain types of brain tumors in adults and is being studied in the treatment of other types of cancer.
Temporary Precipitating FactorA transient unforeseen or unknown event that contributes to or results in insulin reaction episodes in spite of consciousness efforts by a person with…
temsirolimus(TEM-sir-OH-lih-mus) A drug used to treat advanced renal cell carcinoma (a type of kidney cancer).
tendon(TEN-dun) Tough, fibrous, cord-like tissue that connects muscle to bone or another structure, such as an eyeball.
teniposideAn anticancer drug that is a podophyllotoxin derivative and belongs to the family of drugs called mitotic inhibitors.
TENSA technique in which mild electric currents are applied to some areas of the skin by a small power pack connected to two electrodes.
Tentative ApprovalIf a generic drug product is ready for approval before the expiration of any patents or exclusivities accorded to the reference listed drug product, FDA…
Teratocarcinoma(TAYR-uh-toh-KAR-sih-NOH-muh) A type of germ cell cancer that usually forms in the testes (testicles).
Teratoma(tayr-uh-TOH-muh) A type of germ cell tumor that may contain several different types of tissue, such as hair, muscle, and bone.
terazosin(ter-AY-zoh-sin) A drug used to treat urinary problems caused by an enlarged prostate.
terazosin hydrochloride(ter-AY-zoh-sin HY-droh-KLOR-ide) A drug used to treat urinary problems caused by an enlarged prostate.
terminal diseaseDisease that cannot be cured and will cause death.
terpene(TER-peen) A type of strong-smelling chemical substance found in some plants, especially trees that have cones.
Test ResultThe conclusion or result of a particular test, performed on a particular specimen, such as a patient’s blood.
testicle(TES-tih-kul) One of two egg-shaped glands inside the scrotum that produce sperm and male hormones. Also called testis.
testicular cancer(tes-TIH-kyuh-ler KAN-ser) Cancer that forms in tissues of the testis (one of two egg-shaped glands inside the scrotum that make sperm and male hormones).
testicular cord(tes-TIH-kyuh-ler KORD) A cord-like structure in the male reproductive system that contains nerves, blood and lymph vessels, and the vas deferens (a…
testimonialInformation provided by an individual who claims to have been helped or cured by a particular product.
testis(TES-tis) One of two egg-shaped glands inside the scrotum that produce sperm and male hormones. Also called testicle.
testosterone(tes-TOS-ter-own) A hormone that promotes the development and maintenance of male sex characteristics.
tetanus toxoidA substance that is derived from the toxin released by the bacterium that causes the disease tetanus.
tetra-O-methyl NDGA(TEH-truh-OH-MEH-thul ...) A substance being studied in the treatment of cancer. It blocks proteins needed for cancer growth.
TetracyclineAn antibiotic drug used to treat infection.
tetrahydrouridineA substance that makes tumor cells more sensitive to radiation therapy and is being studied in the treatment of cancer.
TG4010A substance that is being studied as an anticancer drug.
thalamus(THAL-a-muss) An area of the brain that helps process information from the senses and transmit it to other parts of the brain.
thalidomide(tha-LIH-doh-MIDE) A drug that is used to treat multiple myeloma in patients who have just been diagnosed, and a painful skin disease related to leprosy.
Thalomid(THAL-oh-MID) A drug that is used to treat multiple myeloma in patients who have just been diagnosed, and a painful skin disease related to leprosy.
The Joint Commission (TJC)(TJC)An independent, not-for-profit organization that accredits and certifies more than 18,000 healthcare organizations and programs in the United States. NMDOH
theophyllineA drug used to improve breathing in people who are short of breath. It belongs to the family of drugs called bronchodilators or respiratory smooth muscle…
Theraloc(THAYR-uh-lok) A monoclonal antibody being studied in the treatment of some types of cancer.
therapeutic(THAYR-uh-PYOO-tik) Having to do with treating disease and helping healing take place.
therapeutic angiotensin-(1-7)(THAYR-uh-PYOO-tik AN-jee-oh-TEN-sin ...) A substance being studied in the treatment of several types of cancer.
Therapeutic Biological ProductA therapeutic biological product is a protein derived from living material (such as cells or tissues) used to treat or cure disease.
Therapeutic Equivalence (TE)(TE)Drug products classified as therapeutically equivalent can be substituted with the full expectation that the substituted product will produce the same…
Therapeutic Equivalence (TE) Codes(TE)The coding system for therapeutic equivalence evaluations allows users to determine whether FDA has evaluated a particular approved product as…
Therapy for Management(Regimen of Therapy) The treatment of disease by various methods. The key to treating and managing diabetes is controlling the blood glucose concentration…
thermal ablationA procedure using heat to remove tissue or a part of the body, or destroy its function.
Thermography(ther-MAH-gruh-fee) In medicine, a procedure in which a heat-sensing infrared camera is used to record the surface heat produced by different parts of the…
thermotherapy(THER-moh-THAYR-uh-pee) Treatment of disease using heat.
thiethylperazine(thy-EH-thul-PAYR-uh-zeen) A drug used to prevent or reduce nausea and vomiting. It belongs to the families of drugs called antiemetics and phenothiazines.
thioguanineAn anticancer drug that belongs to the family of drugs called antimetabolites.
thiotepaAn anticancer drug that belongs to the family of drugs called alkylating agents.
third molar(...MOH-ler) The last tooth to come in at the back of each side of the upper and lower jaws.
Third Party Administrator (TPA)(TPA)An organization that performs managerial and clerical functions related to an employee benefit insurance plan by an individual or committee that is not an…
third-line therapy(...THAYR-uh-pee) Treatment that is given when both initial treatment (first-line therapy) and subsequent treatment (second-line therapy) don't work, or…
Third-Party PayerAnyone who pays for health care other than you. Usually your insurance company. When an insurer contracts with an entity to pay on their behalf.
thoracalgia(THO-ruh-KAL-juh) Chest pain. Also called thoracodynia.
thoracentesis(THOH-ruh-sen-TEE-sis) Removal of fluid from the pleural cavity through a needle inserted between the ribs.
thoracic(thoh-RAH-sik) Having to do with the chest.
thoracic surgeon(thoh-RAH-sik SER-jun) A surgeon who specializes in operating on organs inside the chest, including the heart and lungs.
thoracic surgical oncologist(thoh-RAH-sik SER-jih-kul on-KAH-loh-jist) A surgeon who specializes in operating on tumors found inside the chest.
thoracodynia(THOH-ray-koh-DIN-ee-uh) Chest pain. Also called thoracalgia.
thoracoscope(thoh-RAY-koh-skope) A thin tube-like instrument used to examine the inside of the chest.
thoracoscopy(THOR-uh-KOS-koh-pee) Examination of the inside of the chest, using a thoracoscope.
thoracotomy(THOR-uh-KAH-toh-mee) An operation to open the chest.
throat (throte)The hollow tube inside the neck that starts behind the nose and ends at the top of the trachea (windpipe) and esophagus (the tube that goes to the…
throat cancer(throte KAN-ser) Cancer that forms in tissues of the pharynx (the hollow tube inside the neck that starts behind the nose and ends at the top of the…
thrombectomy(throm-BEK-toh-mee) Surgery to remove a thrombus (blood clot) from a blood vessel.
thrombocyte(THROM-boh-site) A type of blood cell that helps prevent bleeding by causing blood clots to form. Also called platelet.
Thrombocytopenia(THROM-boh-sy-toh-PEE-nee-uh) A decrease in the number of platelets in the blood that may result in easy bruising and excessive bleeding from wounds or…
thrombohemorrhagic eventA process that involves either a blood clot or bleeding, such as a heart attack or stroke.
thrombolysis(throm-BOL-ih-sis) The process of breaking up a thrombus (blood clot) that is blocking blood flow.
thrombophlebitis(throm-bo-fleh-BY-tis) Inflammation of a vein that occurs when a blood clot forms.
Thrombopoietin(THROM-boh-POY-eh-tin) A substance made by the body that helps make blood cells, especially platelets.
thrombosis(throm-BOH-sis) The formation or presence of a thrombus (blood clot) inside a blood vessel.
thrombus(THROM-bus) A blood clot that forms on the wall of a blood vessel or in the heart when blood platelets, proteins, and cells stick together.
thrushA condition in which Candida albicans, a type of yeast, grows out of control in moist skin areas of the body.
thymic carcinoma(THY-mik KAR-sih-NOH-muh) A rare type of thymus gland cancer. It usually spreads, has a high risk of recurrence, and has a poor survival rate.
thymidineA chemical compound found in DNA. Also used as treatment for mucositis.
thymidylate synthase(THY-mih-DIL-ayt SIN-thays) A protein involved in making and repairing DNA (molecules inside cells that carry genetic information and pass it on from…
thymidylate synthase inhibitorA drug that blocks DNA synthesis and may prevent tumor cell growth. It is being studied as a treatment for cancer.
Thymitaq(THY-mih-tak) A substance that is being studied in the treatment of liver cancer. It belongs to the family of drugs called thymidylate synthase inhibitors.
thymomaA tumor of the thymus, an organ that is part of the lymphatic system and is located in the chest, behind the breastbone.
ThymusAn organ that is part of the lymphatic system, in which T lymphocytes grow and multiply. The thymus is in the chest behind the breastbone.
ThyrogenA form of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) that is made in the laboratory. It is used to test for remaining or recurring cancer cells in patients who…
thyroglobulin(THY-roh-GLOB-yoo-lin) The form that thyroid hormone takes when stored in the cells of the thyroid.
thyroid(THY-royd) A gland located beneath the voice box (larynx) that makes thyroid hormone and calcitonin. The thyroid helps regulate growth and metabolism.
thyroid cancer(THY-royd KAN-ser) Cancer that forms in the thyroid gland (an organ at the base of the throat that makes hormones that help control heart rate, blood…
thyroid follicular cell(THY-royd fuh-LIH-kyoo-ler sel) A type of cell in the thyroid. Thyroid follicular cells make thyroid hormone.
thyroid gland(THY-royd...) A gland located beneath the voice box (larynx) that produces thyroid hormone. The thyroid helps regulate growth and metabolism.
thyroid hormone(THY-royd HOR-mone) A hormone that affects heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, and weight.
thyroid hormone treatment(THY-royd HOR-mone ...) Treatment with thyroid hormone, which is a hormone that affects heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, and weight.
thyroidectomy(THY-roy-DEK-toh-mee) Surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid.
thyroiditis(thy-roy-DY-tis) Inflammation of the thyroid gland. Thyroiditis may be an autoimmune disease that affects the thyroid gland over time, causing…
thyroidologist(THY-roy-DOL-oh-jist) A medical doctor who specializes in thyroid diseases.
thyrotropin alfaA form of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) that is made in the laboratory. It is used to test for remaining or recurring cancer cells in patients who…
thyroxin(thy-ROK-sin) A hormone that is made by the thyroid gland and contains iodine. Thyroxin increases the rate of chemical reactions in cells and helps…
thyroxine(thy-ROK-seen) A hormone that is made by the thyroid gland and contains iodine.
tiacumicin B(ty-a-KYOO-my-sin ...) A substance being studied in the treatment of diarrhea caused by infection with Clostridium difficile (a type of bacteria that can…
tiazofurinAn anticancer drug being studied to stop cell growth.
tibia(TIH-bee-uh) The larger of two bones between the knee and ankle. Also called shinbone.
ticilimumab(tis-ih-LIM-yoo-mab) A monoclonal antibody being studied in the treatment of melanoma and some other types of cancer.
Tight ControlSuggested by the Diabetes Control and Complications Trial ten year study and the American Diabetes Association as an important way to delay the onset and…
time to progressionA measure of time after a disease is diagnosed (or treated) until the disease starts to get worse.
tin ethyl etiopurpurinAn anticancer drug that is also used in cancer prevention. It belongs to the family of drugs called photosensitizing agents. Also called SnET2.
tin Sn 117m DTPAA radioactive chemical being studied to treat bone pain associated with cancer.