Circadian rhythm
| Circadian rhythm | |
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| Term | Circadian rhythm |
| Short definition | circadian rhythm - (pronounced) (Sir-KAY-dee-un RIH-thum) The natural cycle of physical, mental, and behavioral changes that the body goes through in a 24-hour cycle. Circadian rhythms are primarily influenced by light and dark and are controlled from a small area in the center of the brain. |
| Type | Cancer terms |
| Specialty | Oncology |
| Language | English |
| Source | NCI |
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circadian rhythm - (pronounced) (Sir-KAY-dee-un RIH-thum) The natural cycle of physical, mental, and behavioral changes that the body goes through in a 24-hour cycle. Circadian rhythms are primarily influenced by light and dark and are controlled from a small area in the center of the brain. They can affect sleep, body temperature, hormones, appetite, and other bodily functions. Abnormal circadian rhythms can be associated with obesity, diabetes, depression, bipolar disorder, seasonal affective disorder, and sleep disorders such as insomnia. The circadian rhythm is sometimes referred to as the "body clock"
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