Toxin
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A poison, usually one produced by a living organism.
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BotoxBrand name for a drug made of botulinum toxin type A that is injected into muscles and weakens them to ease the appearance of wrinkles.
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Toxic nodular goiterAn enlarged thyroid gland with nodules that produce excess thyroid hormone. This type of goiter is to blame for hyperthyroidism in many people over 60.
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Toxoid vaccinesVaccines that protect against harmful bacterial toxins. These vaccines contain toxins that have been detoxified and rendered inactive.