Author: Mark A. AbrahamsColon cancer can be treated successfully with early detection so the best treatment of colon cancer is being checked regularly if you have a family history of it, fall under any of the risks factors for colon cancer, or are the age 50 or above. Depending on the size of the cancer, location, overall general health, and in what stage the cancer was detected will play a factor into what type of treatment will be...more
Author: Gerry RestriveraSome women may not be bothered by the size of their breasts but to most women, breast size matters. Women are physically and emotionally affected by the size and shape of their breasts. Too big and too small breasts can affect women in so many ways. You may think most women with large breast are proud and happy but in reality, bigger is not always better. The discomforts of carrying huge breast are so disturbing that big...more
Author: Mark A. AbrahamsThere are basically two types of uterine sarcoma cancer: (1) leiomyosarcoma (cancer that begins in smooth muscle cells); and (2) endometrial stromal sarcoma (it begins in connective tissue cells). Cervical Cancer Signs & Symptoms It seems that the greatest risk factor for developing this type of cancer is exposure to x-rays. If a woman has had radiation therapy to the pelvic area, her risk for developing uterine sarcoma cancer is increased significantly. Women who have taken the drug tamoxifen for breast cancer are also at a much higher risk for developing the disease. Women who have taken this drug need to have regular pelvic examinations and report any abnormal bleeding to their doctors immediately. Now, it is very important to know that every growth in the uterus after menopause is NOT cancerous. There are many, many more benign (noncancerous) growths than malignant ones diagnosed every year. http://www.curedisease.info/2009/07/lung-cancer/">Lung Cancer Secrets Revealed Click here There is also treatment for uterine sarcoma cancer. Like all cancer, the earlier it is diagnosed, the better the chances are that the patient will make a full recovery. It is...more
Author: Mark A. AbrahamsSometimes women may reach the later stages of this disease and still have no symptoms. Cervical Cancer Signs And Symptoms In fact, few women showing symptoms that may be associated with ovarian cancer are even diagnosed with it. Chances for death are increased for women diagnosed with this illness as they age. Ovarian cancer...more
Author: Mark A. AbrahamsMore or less 80,000 women were diagnosed in 2005 with cancer (pelvic gynecological malignancy) and a lot of these cases were uterine cancer. Cervical Cancer Signs To Look For Of uterine cancers around 95% are endometrial. Uterine cancer mostly occurs in postmenopausal women and is basically abnormal cell growth in the uterus...more
Author: Trevor JohnsonBy learning a little about these cancers you can know what actions you can take to possibly save your life or the life of someone you care about. Small Cell Cervical Cancer Survival Rates Breast Cancer The most common cancer that women may have to face in their lifetime is breast cancer. This disease can strike at any age, but it most common among women 40 and older. There are certain risk factors that may dramatically increase your chances of getting breast cancer, such as a family history of breast cancer. All women should know about breast cancer and what they can do about it. Steps You Can Take The very best way to defend against breast cancer is to detect it as early as possible when it is much easier to treat. Early detection is the best weapon against breast cancer. All women should have yearly mammograms starting at age 40. All women should have a clinical breast exam at least once every 2 or 3 years for women in their 20's and 30's, and every year for women in their 40's or older. Women should report any changes in their breasts immediately to their doctor. All women should perform a breast self-exam at least once per month starting...more
Author: Trevor JohnsonGlobally, cervical cancer is the third leading cause of cancer deaths in women. Stage 4 Cervical Cancer Survival Rates Half of cervical cancer cases occur in women aged between 35 and 55. Squamous cell carcinoma accounts for 80%...more
Author: Trevor JohnsonThe cervix needs to be in good working order so that you can get pregnant and so that you can carry and deliver your baby when the time is right. Cervical Cancer Survival Rates Uk To be able to get through to the egg, the...more
Author: Trevor JohnsonAn estimated 80% occurrence of anal cancer is associated with those who have HPV. Cervical Cancer Survival Rates By StageOther links of HPV with cancer are those of tongue and tonsil cancer, and non-melanoma skin cancers in...more
Author: Trevor JohnsonLance, as many of you know, was diagnosed ten years ago with testicular cancer that had spread to his lungs and brain. Cervical Cancer Survival Rates By Country He survived surgery and gruelling chemotherapy to come back and win...more
Author: yanaryMesothelioma is a man made cancer, caused by asbestos which is a naturally found silicate mineral. Asbestos is put to use widely in industries for cement manufacture, construction activities, ship building etc. It is found in mines and...more
If your doctor tells you that you have a complex ovarian mass, this means you have a growth on your ovary that has both cystic (fluid filled) and solid components on ultrasound. In most cases, this is an uncomfortable, but harmless condition. Rarely,...more