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Integumentary system
Pharmacological terms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| chemotherapy | Treatment of cancer that uses chemicals to destroy malignant cells. |
| radiation therapy | Treatment of cancer that uses ionizing radiation to destroy malignant cells. |
| ultraviolet light | Artificial sunlight used to treat some skin lesions. |
| antihistamine | Agent that controls allergic reactions by blocking the effectiveness of histamines in the body. |
| antibiotic | Agent that kills or slows the growth of microorganisms |
| antiseptic | Agent that kills or slows the growth of microorganisms. |
| antibacterial | Agent that kills or slows the growth of bacteria. |
| antifungal | Agent that kills or slows the growth of fungi. |
| anti-inflammatory | Agent that relieves the symptoms of inflammation. |
| corticosteroid | Agent with anti-inflammatory properties. |
| antipruritic, antiprurities | Agent that controls itching. |
| anesthetic | Agent that relieves pain by blocking nerve sensations. |
| topical anesthetic | Anesthetic applied to the surface of the skin. |
| emollient | Agent that smooths or softens skin |
| astringent | Agent that removes excess oils and impurities from the surface of the skin. |
| keratolytic | Agent that aids in the removal of warts and corns. |
| alpha-hydroxy acid | Agent added to cosmetics to improve the skin’s appearance |