Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in women and the second leading cause of cancer deaths in American women. In 2009, approximately 194,280 patients are estimated to be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer, and 62,280 with carcinoma in situ. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, nearly 79,500 women underwent breast reconstruction surgery post-mastectomy in 2008. Approximately 70% of these women had their breast(s)...more
At some stage in our lives, we will all need to purchase home furniture. It can be due to getting your first home and that joy of choosing your entire household contents. Perhaps you have decided to change dcor and need to alter your furniture. Unfortunately most of us will have an emergency situation where something has broken and needs replacing immediately. Another scenario could be that we have a need for something new in our house. If you...more
Author: Una PecattiEvery year over 11,000 women in the U.S. are diagnosed with this cancer. Cervical Cancer Symptoms After Hysterectomy If it is diagnosed early, treatment can be successful. On the other hand, a misdiagnosis can result in delayed treatment. Without the proper treatment, the survival rate decreases considerably and it may lead to death. There are medical attorneys that will represent victims who had a misdiagnosis of with cancer. Speak with an attorney regarding the claim; they will evaluate your case free of charge. How Cervical Cancer Is Diagnosed Sexually active women should go have regular Pap smears. While Pap smears are not a diagnostic test, they are used to spot abnormal cells. If abnormal cells are present, further tests should be ordered to make a positive diagnosis. Some diagnostic tests include: Colposcopy - an instrument called a colposcope is used to look at the cervix and see more clearly areas of abnormal cell growth Biopsy - a sample of abnormal tissue is taken from the cervix for testing Endocervical scraping - a specialized instrument is used to scrape tissue lining the endocervical canal, an area the doctor cannot reach with...more
One of the most widespread types of cancer that influences males is prostate cancer. In the United States , actually , there is one case for each 6 men. The cancer grows gradually and is usually concentrated on the prostate gland. There are patients who do not show any symptoms because their tumor grows too gradually while others grow so rapidly...more
Before we go on to understanding the more serious long term effects of alcohol, it is important to first understand the short term effects of what happens to us as we drink alcohol. As soon as we consume alcohol, approximately 20% of it is absorbed by the blood stream, the remainder being soaked up by the stomach and intestine lining, the alcohol...more
Uric acid becomes a byproduct when food is consumed and processed within the body. Under normal conditions the kidneys work to flush out the excess acid. But when uric acid builds up, it is deposited in the joints of the body where it forms crystal. These crystals aggravate the surrounding joint tissue that leads to swelling and pain. Gout often occurs overnight but may take weeks to disappear. If you suffer from this debilitating disease, there are some natural methods to treat your next attack and help reduce the length of the attack. Change your Diet. Fried and fatty foods with trans fat and organ meats are high in purines and lead to a greater production of uric acid. Many gout sufferers are overweight. Losing weight helps normalize kidney function. However, weight loss should be gradual as sudden changes in weight can bring on an attack of gout. Exercise More. A sedentary lifestyle promotes illness and disease. Exercise increases blood circulation that helps to flush out uric acid before it has a chance to crystallize in the joints. Though many arthritis sufferers hardly feel the need to exercise when in pain, any activity can help alleviate the pain of arthritis, including...more
5 Surprising Reasons Your Cancer Care Physician Won't Tell You About Super Sea Veg If you've been reading our Super Sea Veg blog, you know full well that while we work with a lot of physicians across the U.S., Canada and the world, not...more
Wrinkles are a normal part of aging process. Yet, the desire to reduce wrinkles is common among many women (and men). Is there something that you can do about them? Yes, there are many things that you can try to reduce them. Some of...more
Many asbestos manufactures and other companies that used asbestos in their products have known about the dangers associated with asbestos exposure since the early part of the twentieth century. Nonetheless, because of its unique properties, the...more
Author: Sandy ShawIn addition to the traditional Pap smears, DNA testing for HPV from cervical cells has higher significance in detecting high-grade precancerous lesions. Cervical Cancer Statistics Uk An early detection able to avoid cancer from...more
"I Hate My Tattoo!" - What Are The Best Tattoo Removal Treatments? By: Gina Bailey About the Author Gina Bailey is an article writer who loves to help people and give insight on various different topics. Tatoo removal...more
Author: Ursa A.When it comes to gynecological cancers you hear about breast cancer all the time but you never hear much at all about ovarian cancer. Cervical Cancer Vaccine Debate I probably heard the words before at some point but until I was...more