What is a carcinogen Carcinogen is any substance that causes cancer. Cancer is caused by changes in a cell’s DNA – its genetic “blueprint.” Some

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What is buprenorphine Buprenorphine is an orally available, semisynthetic opioid analgesic used in medication-assisted treatment to help people reduce or quit their use of heroin

What is bradykinesia Bradykinesia means slowed movement or slowness of movement. Hypokinesia refers to small amplitude movements, particularly with repetitive movements  ((Ling H, Massey LA,