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3 Popular Colon Cancer Treatments
Colon cancer is one of the most prominent cancers in the UK and is responsible for over 16,000 deaths each year. It develops when cells in the colon become cancerous and start to multiply in an uncontrolled way. In this article I will be discussing three of the most effective colon cancer treatments
Reasons for Colon Pain
There can be many reasons for colon pain. It is important to address the pain immediately to possibly prevent other serious health conditions. This can only be accomplished by understanding the most common reasons for colon pain.
How to Care for a Patient With Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Lymphoma refers to a group of cancers that affect the lymphatic system or lymph nodes, which provide immunity from disease-causing organisms. Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is a type of lymphoma with no single definitive cause. It may be caused by a virus, hair dye or taking immunosuppresive drugs for organ
Stomach Cancer Signs and Symptoms
Stomach cancer is caused whenever an ulcer or tumor/lump forms within the inner aspect of the stomach walls. In several cases, it happens that the cancerous cells build their base within the stomach w
How to Support a Friend with Breast Cancer
Nobody ever expects to be diagnosed with breast cancer and the devastating diagnosis usually comes as a shock for the sufferer.
Skin Cancer Symptoms You Should Be Aware Of
Skin cancer is a disease that can be easily caused by a person's living environment or working environment. Thus, the number of people suffering from or being diagnosed with it is continuously increasing. Unfortunately, many patients do not seek treatment in time because they are not familiar w
Survival Rates for Women with Stage 1 Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is a disease that results from uncontrollable growth of cells in the breast tissues. The disease is more common in elderly women although there are cases where it affects young women and
Breast Cancer Survival Rate - Stage 4 Breast Cancer
The 5-year breast cancer survival rate for Stage 4 breast cancer is very low compared to breast cancer detected at earlier stages.Here is some basic information encouraging early detection that could make the difference between life and death for thousands of women who face breast cancer in their li
Hypnosis With Cancer Patients - Spontaneous Healing to Remission
In addition to helping with the preparation or effects of whatever medical procedures are employed to eliminate cancer in one's body (surgery, chemo/radiation), there are many things hypnosis can do to help a person increase the likelihood of a positive outcome--from utilizing visualization tec
Microsurgery in Carcinomas of Oral Cavity, Pharynx and Larynx
The word laser is an acronym for light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation.
Obesity Raises Cervical Cancer Risk
The risk of cervical cancer doubles in women who are overweight, new research shows.
Bone Drug May Prevent Return of Breast Cancer
A drug that battles bone loss may have added benefits for women with estrogen-sensitive breast cancers, significantly reducing the chance that their cancer will return or spread, a new study shows.
Cancer-Free Diet
Cancer is a degenerative disease most often caused by lifestyle, particularly diet. The modern Western diet is especially problematic because, although we have access to good, healthy food, we tend to opt for the easy, processed, additive-laden, sugar-rich alternatives instead. According to Cherie C
Colon Cancer Smackdown: Spirits vs. Wine
What's better for you with regard to colon cancer risk: drinking wine or drinking distilled spirits like gin, vodka, and bourbon?
Low Vitamin D Linked to Aggressive Breast Cancer
Women with low vitamin D levels may have an increased risk for the most aggressive breast cancers, new research suggests.
Understanding Cervical Cancer and Its Deadly Consequences
Besides breast cancer, cervical cancer can be considered the next most prominent type of cancer. Most cancers are malignant, which means deadly. Cervical cancer too, is malignant. Ever heard of pap smear tests? They have a lot to do with cervical cancer. But there is more on that later on.
Childhood Ependymoma Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Health Professional Information [NCI]-Treatment o
Purpose of This SummaryThis PDQ cancer information summary for health professionals provides comprehensive, peer-reviewed, evidence-based information about the treatment of childhood ependymoma. It is intended as a resource to inform and assist clinicians who care for cancer patients. It does not pr
Never Quit Fighting: Tips To Beat Cancer
It is quite daunting to deal with having or help a loved one through it. Avoid the consumption of sugar to prevent the growth of cancer cell growth. Cancer cells survive on sugar, so reducing ...
How PET Scans Monitor Cancer Progression
PET scans are frequently used to diagnose organ-specific diseases, such as problems in the heart or brain, and to find cancer (metastasis or recurrence) at the cellular level. Learn more about this non-invasive test and find out what to expect on test day.
Pancreatic Cancer Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [NCI]-Recurrent Pancreatic Cance
Recurrent pancreatic cancer is cancer that has recurred (come back) after it has been treated. The cancer may come back in the pancreas or in other parts of the body.