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Topic: Health

neutropenic

IPA: /njuːtrəˈpiːnɪk/

KK: /ˈnjuːtrəˌpiːnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a condition where a person has a lower than normal number of neutrophils, which are a type of white blood cell important for fighting infections.

Example: Patients who are neutropenic are at a higher risk of developing infections.

neutrophil

IPA: /ˈnjuːtrəfɪl/

KK: /ˈnjuːtrəˌfɪl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of white blood cell that does not strongly stain with acid or basic dyes but can be stained with neutral dyes.

Example: Neutrophil cells play a crucial role in the immune response by fighting off infections.

noun

Definition: A type of white blood cell that helps the body fight infections by destroying harmful bacteria and fungi.

Example: Neutrophils are essential for the immune response, as they quickly respond to infections.

neutrophilic

IPA: /ˌnjuːtrəˈfɪlɪk/

KK: /ˌnjuːtrəˈfɪlɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of white blood cell that helps the body fight infections.

Example: The doctor explained that neutrophilic cells are crucial for the immune response.

nevirapine

IPA: //nɛˈvaɪrəpiːn//

KK: /nɛˈvaɪrəˌpin/

noun

Definition: A type of medicine used to treat HIV infection by stopping the virus from multiplying in the body.

Example: The doctor prescribed nevirapine to help manage the patient's HIV treatment.

nevus

IPA: /ˈniːvəs/

KK: /ˈnɛvəs/

noun

Definition: A type of skin growth or mark that can be present at birth or develop later, often pigmented and can appear as a mole or birthmark.

Example: The doctor examined the nevus on her arm to ensure it was not harmful.

newborn

IPA: /ˈnjuːbɔːrn/

KK: /ˈnuːbɔrn/

adjective

Definition: Recently brought into the world; very young, especially referring to babies.

Example: The hospital has a special unit for caring for newborns.

noun

Definition: A very young baby, especially one that has just been born.

Example: The hospital has a special unit for caring for newborns.

niacin

IPA: //ˈnaɪ.əs.ɪn//

KK: /ˈnaɪəsɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of vitamin that is important for the body, found in foods like meat and dairy, and helps prevent certain health issues.

Example: Eating foods rich in niacin can help improve your overall health.

niacinamide

IPA: //naɪˈsɪnəˌmaɪd//

KK: /naɪˈsɪnəˌmaɪd/

noun

Definition: A substance that is a form of vitamin B3, important for various bodily functions and often used in skincare products for its benefits to the skin.

Example: Many skincare products contain niacinamide to help improve skin texture and tone.

nialamide

IPA: //ˈnaɪəˌleɪmɪd//

KK: /ˈnaɪəˌleɪmɪd/

noun

Definition: A type of synthetic drug used to treat depression by inhibiting the enzyme monoamine oxidase, which breaks down certain neurotransmitters in the brain.

Example: The doctor prescribed nialamide to help manage her depression.

nicotinamide

IPA: //nɪˈkoʊtɪnəˌmaɪd//

KK: /nɪˈkoʊtɪnəˌmaɪd/

noun

Definition: A compound derived from niacin, often used in dietary supplements and skincare products for its beneficial effects on skin health and metabolism.

Example: Nicotinamide is commonly found in skincare products due to its ability to improve skin texture and tone.

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