RBE quantifies the ability of radiation to cause certain biological effects, notably either cancer or cell-death, for equivalent radiation exposure.

Defects in the cell cycle are thought to be responsible for certain tumor cells resisting chemotherapy or radiation, so a virus that can induce apoptosis despite defects in the cell cycle is useful for cancer treatment.

Some studies have shown that ingredients in curry may help to prevent certain diseases, including colon cancer and Alzheimer's disease.

These include monoclonal antibodies and the new tyrosine kinase inhibitors e. g. imatinib mesylate ( Gleevec or Glivec ), which directly targets a molecular abnormality in certain types of cancer ( chronic myelogenous leukemia, gastrointestinal stromal tumors ).

" Malfunction of GPCR Protein-Coupled Receptor signaling pathways are involved in many diseases, such as diabetes, blindness, allergies, depression, cardiovascular defects, and certain forms of cancer.

Some who initially survived died soon afterward due to acute radiation sickness, but most of the radiation effects are evident only statistically, as increases in the incidence rates of cancer, leukemia and certain non-cancer diseases over the lifetimes of the survivors and their children who were exposed in utero.

Errors in mitosis can either kill a cell through apoptosis or cause mutations that may lead to certain types of cancer.

Vitamin deficiencies may result in disease conditions, including goitre, scurvy, osteoporosis, impaired immune system, disorders of cell metabolism, certain forms of cancer, symptoms of premature aging, and poor psychological health ( including eating disorders ), among many others.

Under certain circumstances, estrogen may also be used in males for treatment of prostate cancer .< ref name =" pmid15046698 ">

Some viruses, known as oncoviruses, contribute to the development of certain forms of cancer.

The best studied example is the association between Human papillomavirus and cervical cancer: almost all cases of cervical cancer are caused by certain strains of this sexually transmitted virus.

Until that time, it was thought that these viruses carried certain genes called oncogenes which, when inserted into the host's genome, would cause cancer.

Despite the increased ability to offer breast-conservation techniques to patients with breast cancer, there exist certain groups who may be better served by traditional mastectomy procedures including:

Until more becomes understood about the possible risks, women who elect to use hormone replacement therapy are generally well advised to take the lowest effective dose of hormones for the shortest period possible, and to question their doctors as to whether certain forms might pose fewer dangers of clots or cancer than others.

Current research has demonstrated an association between endometriosis and certain types of cancers, notably ovarian cancer, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and brain cancer.

Obesity increases the likelihood of various diseases, particularly heart disease, type 2 diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, certain types of cancer, osteoarthritis and asthma.

Other choices for managing care are case management, in which patients with catastrophic cases are identified, or disease management, in which patients with certain chronic diseases like diabetes, asthma, or some forms of cancer are identified.

In the case of pets, castration is usually called neutering, and is encouraged to prevent overpopulation of the community by unwanted animals, and to reduce certain diseases such as prostate disease and testicular cancer in male dogs ( oophorectomy in female pets is often called spaying ).

However, senescence is not universal, and scientific evidence suggests that cellular senescence evolved in certain species because it prevents the onset of cancer.

Proteinuria can also be caused by certain biological agents, such as bevacizumab ( Avastin ) used in cancer treatment, or by excessive fluid intake ( drinking in excess of 4 litres of water per day ).

Statistics regarding certain illnesses, such as cancer, will give hypochondriacs the illusion that they are more likely to develop the disease.

* N3 Lung cancer, metastasis to certain lymph nodes

Non-deliberate immunosuppression can occur in, for example, malnutrition, aging, many types of cancer ( such as leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma ), and certain chronic infections such as acquired immunodeficiency syndrome ( AIDS ).

The mechanism of action of these drugs has not been completely worked out, but certain of them appear to act by reducing the oxidised form of iodine before it can iodinate thyroglobulin ( Astwood, 1954 ).

Besides those of the thiouracil and resorcinol types, certain antithyroid drugs have been found in naturally occurring foods.

As there are potentially fatal interactions between this class of medication and certain foods ( particularly those containing tyramine ), as well as certain drugs, classic MAOIs are rarely prescribed any more.

Urinary excretion of certain drugs may also be affected.

However, some drugs have a better side effect profile than others, enabling doctors to adjust treatment regimens to the advantage of patients in certain situations.

The lack of family history does not rule out CMT, but it will allow the doctor to rule out other causes of neuropathy such as diabetes or exposure to certain chemicals or drugs.

* The manufacture, sale, distribution, or possession with intent to distribute of certain types and / or quantities of illegal drugs ;

* In some states, the simple possession ( possession without intent to distribute, e. g., for personal use ) of certain types of illegal drugs, usually in more than a certain quantity but regardless of quantity for some drugs in some jurisdictions ( such as Virginia for cocaine and heroin ) regardless of quantity ;

Apollonius of Rhodes, in the Argonautica mentions that Medea was taught by Hecate, " I have mentioned to you before a certain young girl whom Hecate, daughter of Perses, has taught to work in drugs.

As of April 2009, the scope of practice for midwives allows them to prescribe certain prescription drugs, use acupuncture for pain relief, assist a surgeon in a Caesarean section delivery and to perform a vacuum extraction delivery.

Depending on the jurisdiction, examples of misdemeanors may include: petty theft, prostitution, public intoxication, simple assault, disorderly conduct, trespass, vandalism, reckless driving, possession of marijuana and in some jurisdictions first-time possession of certain other drugs, and other similar crimes.

The risk of the interaction of MAOI medications with other drugs or certain foods is particularly dangerous because those on the medication who would have to restrict their diets often are depressed patients who " don't care if they live or die.

Some countries do not allow the importation of controlled drugs and some countries only allow certain controlled drugs to be imported.

Before the second half of the nineteenth century, the remarkable potency and specificity of the actions of drugs such as morphine, quinine and digitalis were explained vaguely and with reference to extraordinary chemical powers and affinities to certain organs or tissues.

* normal doses of certain drugs that lower the seizure threshold, such as tricyclic antidepressants

For this reason, slang vocabularies are particularly rich in certain domains, such as violence, crime, drugs, and sex.

Serotonin syndrome is a potentially life-threatening drug reaction that may occur following therapeutic drug use, inadvertent interactions between drugs, overdose of particular drugs, or the recreational use of certain drugs.

He had known for some time of visionary experience achieved by taking drugs in certain non-Christian religions.