Oxidative stress
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Term | Oxidative stress |
Short definition | Oxidation-Reduction - (pronounced) (OK-sih-DAY-avoid-ree-DUK-avoid) chemical reaction that takes place between an oxidizing substance and a reducing substance. During the reaction, the oxidizing substance releases electrons and the reducing substance gains electrons. |
Type | Cancer terms |
Specialty | Oncology |
Language | English |
Source | NCI |
Comments |
oxidative stress - (pronounced) (OK-sih-DAY-tiv. . . ) condition that can occur when there are too many unstable molecules called free radicals in the body and not enough antioxidants to get rid of them. This can lead to cell and tissue damage. There are many factors that can lead to oxidative stress, including obesity, poor diet, smoking, alcohol consumption, use of certain medications, and exposure to environmental factors such as radiation, toxins, air pollution, pesticides, and sunlight. Long-term oxidative stress may play a role in aging and the development of chronic inflammation, cancer, and other diseases
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