Another interesting study is called, Immunohistochemical Analysis of the p16INK4 Cyclin-Dependent Kinase Inhibitor in Malignant Mesothelioma - JNCI J Natl Cancer Inst (1995) 87 (24): 1870-1875 by Robert A. Kratzke, Gregory A. Otterson, Clint E. Lincoln, Stephen Ewing, Herbert Oie, Joseph Geradts and Frederic J. Kaye. Here is an excerpt: Abstract - Background: The identification in 1994 of the CDKN2 gene as a target for mutations in a wide range...more
Another interesting study is called, Immunohistochemical staining for keratin and carcinoembryonic antigen in the diagnosis of malignant Mesothelioma by Holden, Janet M.D.; Churg, Andrew M.D. - American Journal of Surgical Pathology: April 1984 - Volume 8 - Issue 4. Here is an excerpt: Abstract - Using formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue and commercial antisera, we evaluated the usefulness of immunohistochemical staining for...more
An interesting study is called, Ultrastructural comparison of an adenomatoid tumor, lymphangioma, hemangioma, and Mesothelioma by Joseph B. Marcus MD,, Joseph A. Lynn MD, - Cancer Volume 25, Issue 1, pages 171175, January 1970. Here is an exerpt: Abstract - An electron microscopic study was made comparing an adenomatoid tumor with a hemangioma, lymphangioma, and 2 mesotheliomas in an attempt to elucidate the cell of origin of the adenomatoid tumor. Using ultrastructural criteria, one could say that neither the hemangioma or lymphangioma were structurally related to the adenomatoid tumor. It was not possible to morphologically distinguish between the cells of the mesothelioma and that of the adenomatoid tumor.Another interesting study is called, Phase II trial of high-dose cisplatin in patients with malignant mesothelioma. By Mintzer DM, Kelsen D, Frimmer D, Heelan R, Gralla R. - Cancer Treat Rep. 1985 Jun;69(6):711-2. Here is an excerpt: Abstract - Twenty-five patients with advanced malignant mesothelioma were treated in a phase II trial with high-dose cisplatin (DDP). All patients had measurable or evaluable disease. Seven patients had received prior chemotherapy. DDP (120...more
L-Theanine, naturally occurring in green tea, proves effective in dealing with anxiety symptoms and delivering anxiety reliefAnxiety is a state of intense fear, uncertainty, uneasiness, or apprehension because of anticipation of an imagined or real threatening future event. Anxiety could be both physically and psychologically devastating to the...more
Cancer has always relate to loss and fear. With today's new improvements in prevention, detection and treatment, a diagnosis of cancer no longer necessarily means facing a terminal disease. Rather, as new advances provide more treatment options, cancer increasingly takes on the shape of a chronic condition.Recently, the National...more
Many genital herpes sufferers are looking for natural remedies or supplements to help control symptoms and prevent outbreaks. These natural supplements can be used as a boost to the immune system, taken alongside an antiviral medication course, or used as an alternative to antivirals, usually due to the nasty side effects some people experience with these medications.Lysine is one such natural treatment, and is gaining popularity among sufferers of genital herpes. Lysine is an amino acid commonly found in high protein foods such as red meat, cheese, fish and eggs. It has been shown in clinical studies that genital herpes lysine treatments can reduce the occurrence of outbreaks, and also reduce the severity of outbreaks when they do occur.Many sufferers of herpes, myself included, have found lysine to be an absolute godsend when it comes to relief from symptoms of this disease, drastically reducing the duration of outbreaks, and best of all, helping to keep outbreaks at bay, especially when used together with other natural preventatives, such as aloe vera and lemon balm.Many homeopathic blends available for herpes contain lysine and the above ingredients, as well as a...more
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Whether you're struggling with wrinkles, acne scars or just want a youthful glow, a laser skin treatment could be the solution you've been hoping for. That's because this procedure goes beyond simply applying creams or moisturizers; it involves using...more
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The difficulty lies in the question of what the legislature can and should do to attempt limiting asbestos and silica lawsuits, and this question has been raised in the state affairs committee hearing. The answer may be found in a member of the...more
Anxiety is indeed a common word, a common experience and a common problem that has always haunted us. A problem that tends to occur and affect many people, each and every one of us have experienced anxiety at some point in our lives and...more
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