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Glossary of Common Terms

 
Chemotherapy:
the use of drugs that kill cancer cells.
 
 
Erectile dysfunction: a condition where the penis can’t become upright for sexual intercourse.
 
 
Polyps or adenomatous polyposis: growths, usually non-cancerous, that occur in the lining of the bowel.
 
 
Radiotherapy:
the use of X-rays to destroy cancer cells.
 
 
Rectal examination: insertion of a glove-covered finger to check the lower end of the bowel.
 
 
Saturated fat:
this fat comes mainly from animal fat. Unsaturated fat is a healthier option.
 
 
Scrotum:
the pouch that contains the testicle.
 
 
Unsaturated fat:
this fat comes mainly from vegetable fat and is better for one’s health.
 

 

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