immunotherapy

Definition

Weaponizing your body's own immune system to fight disease—essentially recruiting your white blood cells as personal assassins against cancer cells. It's like having your body's defense force finally read the enemy briefing.

Example Usage

The oncologist recommended immunotherapy as a first-line treatment for the patient's melanoma.

Source: Merriam-Webster Medical Dictionary

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