For a person who is struggling with cancer and is hoping a solution can be found that will offer them a future, there is an answer to their problem. In the past there have been treatments with gene therapy which is injecting a virus directly into the tumour site. Also experiments with drugs based on isolated substances found in nature. Then theres been stem cells which are unique cells found in the bone marrow and is still under research today...more
Causes of Testicular Cancer Testicular cancer is highly curable if caught early enough. This type of cancer is more prevalent in men ages 20 to 39. Every man should know who to do a self testicular exam because it has been documented that most testicular cancers are found by the patient during a self exam.Testicular cancer is also known as germ cell tumor and is of two kinds - seminoma or nonseminoma. About 40% of testicular cancer are...more
Throat Cancer Treatments Throat cancer cases make up between 5 to 7 percent of all new cancer cases in the United States. The majority of throat cancer cases occur to people older than the age of 50. Twice as many men are diagnosed with throat cancer than women. Fortunately, the money spent on educating the public about throat cancer was well spent because the number of deaths due to throat cancer has been on the decline since the 1980s.Chronic earaches are a common symptom of throat cancer; these aches can sometimes be mistaken for an ear infection caused by flu. Chronic sore throat is another major symptom of throat cancer and it can be persistent and not go away. A dry throat and difficulty speaking, sometimes it can feel like there is a lump in the back of the mouth, throat or neck, this symptom can also make one sound hoarse. Throat Cancer TreatmentsThroat cancer can be treated in a number of ways. Depending on the severity of the throat cancer, any combination of the following may be used to treat it:Surgery - The surgery complexity will depend on the severity and extent of damage caused by the throat cancer.Radiation - The radiation dose will vary depending on the...more
When we consult our doctors about a cut, bruise, or potentially fatal concern, we have the expectation that our doctor will either resolve the problem or provide the necessary information to ease our concerns. Of course, when the news isn't pleasant we can at least be thankful to know the truth. Although some prefer not knowing about bodily issues,...more
Water Against Cancer Cancer is known to be a multi-causal disease. There is no pin point source of its origin. And until now, treatments don't specifically single out cancer cells but includes the normal cells. Whether you are going out from your home to have a good walk during noon time or when you are eating your favorite grilled burger;...more
Thyroid cancer is a "cancer." There are times when it is not taken seriously because like other cancers there are not many serious symptoms that appear. A lot of the symptoms of a thyroid gland not functioning properly can be linked to other conditions and the thyroid problem or cancer can be misdiagnosed.The symptoms may be diagnosed as the thyroid gland being over active, hyperthyroidism, or under active, hypothyroidism, and treated with medication accordingly. The most specific way that cancer can be found in the thyroid gland is when a cyst grows and a biopsy is done.Saying that in my case I have to contradict that statement because when my cyst was found and aspirated the results came back normal body fluids. The cyst was aspirated and returned three times before surgery to remove it was decided upon. That was when the cancer was found on the tissue that the cyst was attached to. There are some doctors that will not do routine checks unless there is a family history of thyroid problems.A complete thyroid check and blood work has to be done with your annual check up; and I would like to really stress the annual check ups as I did not know I had a growth. It was discovered at my...more
Cancer Institute Delhi India Chemotherapy India is one of the leading treatment methods for cancers. A highly technology driven area, radiation therapy and chemotherapy are both extremely technical and complex treatment options. Though the...more
Bladder Cancer And The Issues Of Colon Cleaning You've got probably heard about a few of the many techniques that you just can cleanse your colon, but you may not understand the benefit of colon cleansing. There are numerous reasons which you...more
SummaryGBI Research, the leading business intelligence provider, has released its latest report, Biomarkers in Cancer Research 2010 - High Unmet Need to Drive the Growth in Cancer Biomarkers Market, Particularly in Cervical Cancer and Lung Cancer...more
Fish Can Help You Get Away From Cancer! The latest Dutch healthy dietary guide "specifically for adult health diet made quantitative interpretation, which is particularly recommended at least once a week, eat fish twice every 100 ~ 150 grams,...more
Watch Out Cancer! "I can say, more than 90% of the tumor is acquired man-made." Tianjin tumor hospital tumour preventive medicine, director of the center LiuJunTian points out, although the exact pathogeny of tumor is not very clear, but due...more
Killing Cancer Cells the Natural Way by the Use of Apricot Seeds Considering the methods used to cure cancer in modern times, it is evident that the procedures can be too complicated and at times result in serious problems for the victim if...more