emancipation
The process of being released/being set free from something.
leukemia
This is the cancer of the bone marrow, i.e. blood cancer. The body creates unusual white blood cells which do not work properly.
in vitro fertilization
This is where an egg is fertilised outside of the body
medical emancipation
This is where a minor is released from some sort of parental restrictions but still may not be able to make their own medical decisions and may have a limited guardianship by someone else.
power of attorney
This is written authorisation which allows someone to act on another's behalf regarding their private/other legal affairs.
remission
This is a temporary recovery/stoppage (of pain for example)
savior sibling
This is a child which is born for the specific purpose of donating/transplanting cells and/or organs to another child who is suffering from a serious illness such as cancer.
Seasoned
at a quality to make someone or something more exciting
Catheter
a tube inserted into the body to remove fluid
Venous
relating to the veins
Flush
skin becomes hot and red e.g. blushing
Chemotherapy
treatment for cancer
Twine
interlace
Conflict
fighting
Bearable
to tolerate something
