Mesothelioma Medical Glossary

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NARCOTIC: an agent that causes insensibility or stupor; usually refers to opioids given to relieve pain.

NEEDLE BIOPSY: a procedure where a needle is inserted through a bronchoscope or the chest wall to collect tissue or fluid.

NEGLIGENCE: failure to exercise the care toward others which would reasonably be expected of a person in the circumstances, or taking action which a reasonable person would not.

NEOPLASM: new growth or tumor which may be benign or malignant.

NEUROPATHY: a problem in peripheral nerve function (any part of the nervous system except the brain and spinal cord) that causes pain, numbness, tingling, swelling, and muscle weakness in various parts of the body. Neuropathies may be caused by physical injury, infection, toxic substances, disease (e.g., cancer, diabetes, kidney failure, or malnutrition), or drugs such as anticancer drugs. Also called peripheral neuropathy.

NODULE: small, solid, slightly raised area.

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