Uterine cancer is more common to women who have undergone or is undergoing menopause. That is because, although the cause of this disease is still not identified at present, it is found out that the inability of the progesterone hormone to offset the estrogen hormone contributes to the possibility of its development; which is the case at this stage. There is too much estrogen being produced and the progesterone isn’t enough to balance.

Although this type of cancer more often targets middle-aged and elderly women, it can also affect the younger ones. That is why, all women must be aware of uterine cancer symptoms so that we will know when we need to see the doctor.

One of the most common symptoms is vaginal bleeding. Almost all that have been diagnosed with this have experienced bleeding or vaginal discharge. For young women, you must be very observant. If you experience spotting in between periods, unusual heavy periods and bleeding after intercourse, you must not disregard the signs. For those that have undergone menopause, if you start bleeding 6 months later, go and see your doctor. There are also certain pains that could be felt although not everyone experiences them just like for those with uterine sarcoma, a certain type of uterine cancer, just a few experience pain during urination, during intercourse and pain in the area of the pelvis. (more…)

Blood Cancer treatment in India

Blood Cancer (Leukemia) – Treatment Overview

The goal of treatment for Blood Cancer (Leukemia) is to destroy the leukemia cells and allow normal cells to form in your bone marrow. Treatment decisions are based on the type and subtype of leukemia you have, its stage, and your age and general health…

Treatment for acute Blood Cancer (Leukemia)

• Induction : -The goal of this stage is remission. Remission is a period in which the leukemia cells have been destroyed and are replaced with healthy cells. Induction is done with high doses of powerful drugs which may be given over a period of time from about a week to a month, depending on the type of leukemia. Then it takes several weeks for your body to start growing new blood cells. You probably will stay in the hospital during this time. This can take a month or longer…
• Consolidation : -Even when tests show no leukemia cells can be found, there may still be some left. The goal of consolidation is to kill any cells that are left. Consolidation often involves the same drugs given in the induction stage, but the schedule and doses may be different. For example, you may receive the drugs in one or two 5-day cycles spread over 1 to 3 months… (more…)

Ovarian cancer is the deadliest gynecological cancer in the United States as of now. It affects close in 1 in every 70 women in their lifetime and is a debilitating disease. All women after puberty are considered to be at risk for developing ovarian cancer; however some age groups are more prone to developing the disease. This is due to the importance of personal and family history while mapping out cancerous cells and many other factors. The occurrence of ovarian cancer is seen most frequently in the age groups of 40 and above. Women with ages lower than 40 are also at risk but it is a significantly lower one.

Women who have never been pregnant and are above the age of 30 also run a high risk. It is of three types and all three types’ shows significant risk in the age group of 35 to 65 years. Below the age of 15 years, there is very little risk of developing ovarian cancer since the ovaries do not function fully till puberty. However, with females who have been identified as having the genes linked to breast cancer and have had a family history of ovarian cancer, the risk increases even for those under the age of 15. (more…)

Diagnosis of prostate cancer is made by biopsy and histological examination of the biopsy specimen by a pathologist. Procedures like PSA (prostate specific antigen) blood test and DRE (Digital rectal examination), used in screening are not sufficient for making a diagnosis of cancer of the prostate. Screening procedures help only in identifying persons who might be suffering from cancer of the prostate.

Biopsy

Cancer of the prostate, unlike breast cancer, which starts as a single tumor and grows outwards , starts as multiple small tumors at different locations within the prostate gland. Therefore during biopsy samples are collected from different locations in the prostate gland. This is referred to as multiple core biopsy. A minimum of six cores are usually recommended in cancer of the prostate.

Patients suffering from prostatitis(infection of prostate ) are advised not to undergo biopsy until a course of antibiotics is completed, to cure the infection. Patients with persistent high PSA levels but negative biopsies are advised to undergo a repeat biopsy. (more…)

Male sexual apparatus consist of the penis, scrotum, testicles and a variety of the interior glands like the prostate. All these bodies’ parts are very important when it comes to the normal functioning of the body. Each one of them has a different role to play.

• Testicles- they are also referred to as the gonads and they play a very vital role when it come sexual activities. They are used to establish and preside over the manliness of a person. This is very different when it is compared to the secondary characteristics of a man. These characteristics include the beards, breaking of voice (deep voice) heavy bones (masculinity) and constricted pelvis that in charge of producing offspring. When the testicles are removed, male secondary characteristics are likely to be interfered with. The prostate health guide is at a better position to show you the location of the testicles.
• Sperm cells- from teenage years to senile years, the partially ferrous tubes are in regular production of sperm cells. These cells are very vital when it comes to reproduction. The cells are produces by the testicles which are externally located. This is very visible with the use of the prostate health guide. (more…)

We don’t have cancer prevention today and nearly everyone is ignorant about its causes. People are faced with so many distorted facts about cancer and too many just accept what’s on offer. Here are some common questions I’ve been asked about cancer so you can gain a little knowledge about the subject.

Q. Why is there so much cancer now days?

A. It’s because of the way we now live compared to 40 to 50 years ago when cancer was rare and it’s these changes that has caused the problem.

Q. What is the cause of cancer?

A. Cancer doesn’t have a single cause, it has many causes, our wrong food choices being just one of them but it’s the most important cause. Other contributing factors are our sedentary lifestyle and the chemicals we encounter everyday. All these causes weaken our defence system which allows cancer cells to become established.

Q. My friend’s father had treatment for his cancer but died a year later, why didn’t it cure him?

A. The treatments now days are only removing cancer growths; they don’t look at the root cause why it first appeared so naturally it will just reappear again, usually in some other location.

Q. If my cancer has reappeared is it too late to do something about it?

A. No, it’s never too late, the human body has a natural ability to heal itself but it does need a little help by making simple lifestyle changes. (more…)

Asbestos has been in our lives for the past 3,000 years. Even in these times did people notice the harmful effects. 2,000 years ago, ancient Greeks like Strabo and Romans such as Pliny the Elder wrote about strange lung illnesses that befell slaves who mined and worked with asbestos. However, it was not until 1989 that the United States banned the mineral due to its negative health implications.

Asbestos was generally considered an extremely useful material in a number of different industries. As a silicate mineral, asbestos is a highly insulating material. It resists the effects of heat, flame, chemicals, electricity, and degradation. Additionally, it is very flexible and has high tensile strength. Thus, it is no surprise that it was added to drywall, roofing tiles, texturing, gaskets, brake pads, stage curtains, and even firefighter’s gear. (more…)

Lifestyle factors are important. For example, studies have shown reduced cognitive decline amongst older people who walk regularly. By exercising for a fit body, you also benefit from improved blood flow and oxygen supply to the brain, which improves mental acuity, balance and motor skills as well. Exercise also causes the release of “feel good hormones” or endorphins.  Some depressed people benefit so much from exercise that they are able to forgo their antidepressants, which are sometimes the cause of memory problems. Another benefit of exercise was seen in a study where it  was found that the brain produced significantly more of an important brain cell protein growth factor after exercise, increasing mental acuity and memory.

People who eat a lot of leafy green vegetables and eat fish at least once a week have also been found to show reduced cognitive decline with aging. Another important finding is that sugar can be a cause of memory decline. Studies have shown reduced blood supply to the dentate gyrus in the hippocampus, an area involved in memory formation, after a high sugar meal resulting in a blood sugar spike. This is a finding that has been seen in diabetics. It is therefore very important to watch your diet and to control diabetes. (more…)

Breast cancer affects one in eight women during their lives. Breast cancer kills more women in the United States than any cancer except lung cancer. No one knows why some women get breast cancer, but there is a number of risk factor.

As opposed to inherited genes, genetic mutations are recognized as one of the major causes of this disease. This one can be brought about by various environmental factors such as radiation exposure, which happens when a woman previously had a therapy or treatment.

Another aspect of urgent medical attention is that breast cancer is fully treatable if it is seen to early. In all women suffering from breast cancer, the tumor will undergo an initial benign stage. At this stage the tumor has not started its abnormal multiplication. If it is removed when it is benign, the cancer does not spread, and in most cases, the woman gets totally cured of the disease and leads a normal life. (more…)

As someone who has gone through a cancer diagnosis myself, I know that after focusing so much time and energy on treatment and on surviving, once treatment is finished, you find yourself at loose ends. Family and friends, relieved that it’s over are usually more than ready to get back to whatever normal was before your diagnosis. But like all heroines who are forced to fight battles in unknown lands, you have returned from your journey changed. While the physical geography of your outside world hasn’t changed, your interior landscape has.

Because of your cancer experience, you now know as never before how precious life is. And it begs the question: how do you want to spend the rest of your life? If you’re like many survivors, the answer is “thoughtfully.” Some of the women I work with following a cancer diagnosis turn their lives upside down, while others discover that their lives are exactly as they want them. Still others adjust certain areas of their lives, to find more fulfillment. But almost all of them, in my experience as a life, business and results coach, use their diagnosis as an opportunity to examine their lives. They look at what is working, what isn’t and begin navigating the next stage of their heroine’s journey. (more…)