Black Cohosh
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| Term | Black Cohosh |
| Short definition | Black Cohosh - (pronounced) (blak KOH-osh) perennial herb native to eastern North America. A substance extracted from the root of the plant has been used in some cultures to treat a range of medical problems. |
| Type | Cancer terms |
| Specialty | Oncology |
| Language | English |
| Source | NCI |
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Black Cohosh - (pronounced) (blak KOH-osh) perennial herb native to eastern North America. A substance extracted from the root of the plant has been used in some cultures to treat a range of medical problems. It is being studied to treat hot flashes and other menopause symptoms. The scientific name isCimicifuga racemosa. Also called black snake root, bugbane, bugwort, and rattlesnake root
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