CD8 cell – cell (lymphocyte) in your immune system that kills cells infected with HIV.
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monotherapy – using only one drug.
lymphoma – name for a cancer in the lymphatic system.
pharmacist – a medical professional who specialises in sourcing and dispensing drugs. A pharmacist should be an expert in drug interactions, and on exactly how drugs should be taken.
methadone – a man-made opiate that used to treat heroin addiction. See also buprenorphine.