Author: Ursula G-KSome people however who are already in higher cancer stages may actually still have some reason to be hopeful. Colon Cancer Survival Rate By Stage The right treatment is really the key to a good colon cancer prognosis. Stages Colon cancer prognosis is often dependent on the stage in which the patient is in. Untreated and advanced cancer may lead to only a 20% chance of surviving for five years after diagnosis. Some however may...more
Author: Ursula G-KNational Institute for Environmental Health Sciences reported that during the study omega-3 fatty acids cut the risk of developing colorectal cancer by nearly 40%. Colon Cancer Survival Rate By Country These findings are in line with the other study carried out by cancer researchers from Italy. They found that the risk of developing colorectal cancer, CRC, can be cut by nearly 40 percent by consumption of a dietary supplement...more
Author: Ursula G-KPeople with the classic form of FAP may begin to develop multiple benign polyps in the colon as early as their teenage years - hundreds or thousands of these growths is not uncommon in persons with FAP. Colon Cancer Survival Rate By Age Removal of at least part of the colon is necessary in such a circumstance, as these same polyps will eventually become malignant. If only a partial colectemy is performed, regular surveillance of the remaining portion of the colon is necessary as the individual still carries significant risk of developing colon cancer. Why does a person with FAP require such close monitoring? The average age at which patients with FAP are diagnosed with colon cancer is thirty-nine. Without any treatment, a person with FAP will, with absolute certainty, eventually develop cancer. Unfortunately, there is little to indicate the presence of FAP until the polyps develop. Often times, these polyps first make themselves known by bleeding and this blood is then found in the afflicted person's stool. Another tell-tale sign is anemia, as the development of polyps leads to an iron deficiency. The best defense that a patient has is to be aware of her family...more
Author: Ursula G-KIt's more common Western nations and the US where a large part of their diet is meat. Stage 2 Colon Cancer Treatment A diet that is rich in fruits, vegetables, beans and whole grains help prevent colon cancer. The American Cancer Society recommends at least five servings of these foods each day. It's very hard to determine exactly...more
Author: Ursula G-KThere are several types of cancer and they are divided into different categories according to their symptoms and causes. Metastatic Colon Cancer Treatment Among several cancers, Colon cancer is also the one getting common now-a-days. Colon cancer is caused due to the growing of cancerous cell in the tissues of the colon. There are...more
Author: melanie4d00Gall Bladder Cancer is a rare disease which malignant cells are found in the tissues of the gallbladder. Gall Bladder symptom is acute or intermittent pain in the abdomen. Jaundice (the skin turning yellow), bloating, abdominal pain, weight loss, decreasing appetite, fever, nausea or an enlarging abdominal mass are all signs that may be attributable to gall bladder cancer. Causes of Gall Bladder cancer are chronic constipation, poor health, hereditary factors, and stress. Gallstones compose a solid formation of cholesterol and bile salts. However, research shows that approximately 80 to 90 percent of all gallstones are cholesterol gallstones which form when the liver begins secreting bile that is abnormally saturated with cholesterol. Weight-loss dieting increases the risk of developing gallstones. The incidence of gallstone formation increases with age, especially among women. Gall Bladder cancer is a comparatively uncommon cancer. Gallbladder cancer tends to spread nearby organs and tissues such as the liver or small intestine. It also spreads through the lymph system to lymph nodes in the region of the liver. If you have gallbladder disease, you have constant...more
Author: Paul StephenCoenzyme Q10 has many interesting benefits; one most thrilling benefit is its capability of treating or as defense for cancer. However, there is no conclusive practical proof for the cause, but there are many hopeful results.The...more
Liver cancer is rather difficult to diagnose at an early stage, but with the help of DNA analysis it's possible. In addition, this method allows determining the presence of the ill-fated carcinoma, even in those patients who suffer from hepatitis B...more
Men are gaining more than 20 pounds after twenty years have a greater chance of contracting prostate cancer than those who retain their youthful weight to old age. However, these data may vary depending on race and social status, say scientists. The...more
Women with excessively large breasts experience a multitude of discomforts, both physical and emotional. Back aches, painful indentations that have resulted from pinching bra straps, rashes under the pendulous tissue, neck and shoulder aches,...more
Recent reports in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada have indicated that the annual number of mesothelioma deaths is increasing. Mesothelioma is a rare but deadly form of lung cancer related to asbestos exposure. Exposure is often...more
Author: sean sandvikAsbestos Testing – Why? Asbestos testing seeks to detect the presence of asbestos in any given material. When any asbestos containing material is disturbed, it releases very thin invisible fibers that may remain suspended in the...more