Posts Tagged ‘Cancer’
Pulmonary Adenocarcinoma
Lung cancer, one of the most common forms of cancer that affects adults in the U.S., cancer can be classified into small cell lung (SCLC) and cancer of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). The latter variety can be classified into adenocarcinoma, squamous cell and large cell. The difference between the SCLC and NSCLC is the approach taken in conducting the study diagnosis and treatment planning.
The SCLC tends to spread widely in its first appearance and thus favors the use of chemotherapy for treatment. Moreover, NSCLC, can be found in the lung at the time of first appearance, which favors the use of surgical resection with or without radiation therapy as initial treatment. Each particular type of lung cancer has its own characteristics, and more recently, his own genetic makeup, which creates hope for the development of new treatments. Lung Adenocarcinoma is a type of lung cancer. Read the rest of this entry »
The Radioactive Balloon
It is a form of treatment that uses radiation at very short distances. Radiation is given directly to the cancer via a radioactive implant, usually removable by placing radioactive seeds within the surgical site. It is capable of delivering radiation to the exact area where the tumor is removed with minimal impact on the remaining breast tissue.
The therapy is carried out through a catheter placed in the surgical cavity after lumpectomy or breast conservation surgery. It contains at its end a small balloon is inflated inside. Through this catheter is placed a small source of radiation inside and the center of the globe thus providing uniform radiation in the tissue near the surface of the globe.
The radiation is limited only to the lumpectomy area, where there is always a possibility of recurrence. This treatment lasts for five days, twice a day for a total of ten treatments.
When the therapy ends, the balloon is deflated and the catheter is easily removed. And although so far require hospitalization, may soon be walking therapy. Read the rest of this entry »
Mammary disorders and cancer
Studies show that breast disease that causes symptoms does not increase the risk of breast cancer. Atypical hyperplasia characterized by impairment of mammary cells may increase the risk of malignancies (cancer).
Signs and symptoms
Frequently observed:
1. Swelling or tenderness that occur just before your menstrual period
2. Persistent breast pain (mastalgia, noncyclic)
3. Severe pain before their menstrual period (cyclic mastalgia)
4. Bumps notables (nodularity – appearance of small ball-)
5. Mammary secretion
6. Infection or inflammation
Most women with symptoms of benign breast disease do not have breast cancer. However, the existence of breast lumps, discharge, or persistent pain is not cyclical and can be the first sign of cancer. If you have any of them, your doctor will examine your breasts and is likely to ask for a mammogram or an ultrasound, and perhaps a biopsy, to ensure that the disorder is benign.
Benefits of Consuming Beta-carotene
The consumption of foods rich in antioxidants like beta carotene, vitamin E, vitamin C and zinc slows the aging process and therefore help prevent the elderly by age-related blindness, said Dr. Charles Wong Cam, director Wong Eye Institute on the occasion of World Sight Day.
He added that several studies conducted worldwide have shown that antioxidants found in certain foods prevent blindness from muscular degeneration associated with aging by combating free radicals (resulting from the degeneration and death of cells), causing the process aging and cardiovascular diseases, as well as diabetes and cancer.
“Because the body does not have sufficient capacity to counteract the effects caused by free radicals is necessary to have a diet rich in antioxidants and these nutrients are found in foods of daily consumption such as fruits and vegetables,” said Dr. Wong, who recently received from Congress an award for his career. Read the rest of this entry »
Treatment Information – Gallbladder Cancer
After you find and classify cancer of gallbladder, your cancer care team will discuss treatment options with you. It is important to take time to think about your options. When choosing a treatment plan, factors to be considered include the type and stage of cancer, side effects of treatment, your general health, and the probability of curing the disease, extend life or relieve symptoms.
If time permits, it is often a good idea to seek a second opinion, especially for a rare cancer such as that of the gallbladder. A second opinion can provide more information and can help you feel more comfortable with the treatment plan chosen.
Most doctors agree that surgery offers the only real chance to heal people with gallbladder cancer. However, there are differences of opinion about how progress can be gallbladder cancer and still be curable. Therefore, it is especially important for people with gallbladder cancer get a second opinion when considering treatment options. Find a physician experienced in treating this disease may also offer other benefits. Most studies find that more extensive surgery tend to result in higher survival rates, but such operations are more often at major cancer centers, and may not be available in each community.
CANCER – Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is the most common cause of cancer among women and the second most common cause of cancer deaths among women in the U. S. Although most breast cancers identified as caused by abnormalities seen on a mammogram, a lump or change in the consistency of breast tissue may also be a sign of the disease. Awareness of the risk of breast cancer in recent decades has led to increasing numbers of women in mammography screening, which led to the discovery of cancer at an early stage and the resultant improvement in survival. However, breast cancer is the most common cause of death among women aged between 45 and 55. Although breast cancer in women is a common form of cancer, breast cancer occurs in humans and represents approximately 1% of cancer deaths in men.
Research has produced a lot of information about the causes of breast cancer, and now believe that genetic factors and / or hormonal factors are the main risk factor for breast cancer. Classification system has been developed for physicians since the cancer has spread and make decisions about treatment options feature. Breast cancer treatment depends on many factors, including the three types of cancer and how far it has spread. Treatment options for breast cancer may require surgery (removal of the cancer itself or, in some cases, mastectomy), radiation, hormonal, and / or chemotherapy.
Quit smoking – for the sake of your pet
There are many smokers who are unwilling to quit smoking despite being aware of the damage that the habit is causing to their health. But now a new research found that there is something I would do it: the health of your pet.
The research, conducted with 3,300 U.S. pet owners found that 28% of those who smoke try to quit if they knew snuff smoke harms their dogs and cats. The poll was conducted by the Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Henry Ford Health System in Detroit. And it was done as part of the publication of research on the effects of smoke snuff in the journal Tobacco Control.
The study found that snuff smoke can be as dangerous for pets as for couples of a smoker. Passive exposure to smoke snuff has been associated with lymphatic cancer, nasal, and lung cancer, allergies, eye diseases and skin and respiratory problems in cats and dogs.
And yet, say the authors, very few smokers realize the impact their habit is having on the health of their pets. That’s why the researchers decided to conduct the survey to investigate the behavior of smokers in the household and their knowledge about the effects of smoking on their dogs and cats.