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Prognosis of Inherited Colon Cancer
Colon cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer in the United States. Family history is a key risk factor; as many as 1 in 5 of those diagnosed have family members who are similarly afflicted, and in 5 to 10 percent of cases, patients have inherited specific genes that predispose them to th
Sex After Prostate Cancer
If ever you need a good reason to get a prostate cancer screening this is it.SEX, for many men, seems to define who we are as people.So the question about the possibility of having sex after being diagnosed with prostate cancer is of interest to many.
Information on Eye Cancer
Eye cancer is a disease in which tumors grow on the parts of the eye. Cancer can grow on several parts of the eye, so knowing the eye's basic structure can help you understand the location and severity of the tumor growths. Cancer in the eye can cause severe vision loss and even blindness, so patien
15 Cancer Symptoms Women Ignore
Some body changes that seem normal could be symptoms of cancer. What should you watch for?
Preparing Your Classic [1]
To begin with, I want you all to know that I'm not an expert when it comes toClassic Cars, just an ordinary guy that's been around a lot of years and havehad some classics that I wish I still owned, but lets get on with the subjectat hand, "Preparing your Classic/Antique car for Stora
The Blood-Brain Barrier at Sites of Metastasis
Learn about making the blood-brain barrier more permeable for chemotherapy delivery -- at sites of metastasis.
Melanoma Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Health Professional Information [NCI]-Stage 0 Melanoma Treatm
Stage 0 melanoma is defined by the American Joint Committee on Cancer's TNM classification system:[1]Tis, N0, M0Patients with stage 0 disease may be treated by excision with minimal, but microscopically free, margins. Current Clinical TrialsCheck for U.S. clinical trials from NCI's list of c
Stages of Asbestos
Exposure to asbestos can cause several lung diseases.thorax x-ray of the lungs image by JoLin from Fotolia.comAsbestos is a fibrous mineral that can be woven to make fire-proof material and insulation. Exposure to asbestos increases the risk for lung cancer by four times, and if a person...
Best Cancer Specialist in Mumbai-Dendritic Cell Therapy for Breast Cancer
Cancer starts forming when the human body's immunity fails. This is when the WBC (white blood cells) in the body cannot restrain the cancer cell. When the white blood cells fail to function, the foreign ...
Mesothelioma - Are You at Risk?
Thousands of people die due to mesothelioma. The airborne fibers of asbestos cause this fatal disease.
Elizabeth Edwards, Author of Resilience, on Her Breast Cancer Experiences
Elizabeth Edwards speaks with WebMD about her breast cancer, breast cancer treatment, and more.
What Are the Causes of Positive HCG?
Human chorionic gonadotropin can be measured from the urine or blood serum. HCG measurements may be quantitative (measuring the amount of hCG) or qualitative (indicating if hCG is present or not).
Chaga Mushroom Tea Widely Considered Powerful Anti-cancer Beverage in Russia!
Chaga mushroom tea is considered a health elixir in Russia. Its purported anti-cancer and anti-tumor properties is now slowly getting the attention of health enthusiasts the world over.
Colon Surgery
Colon Surgery: The goal of colon surgery is to eliminate the colon cancer by removing a section of the colon that is infected. This procedure is also referred to as a colon resection.
Breast Cancer Radiation Ups Survival
Women who get radiation during treatment for breast cancer are more likely to be alive 15 years later, compared with those who don't get radiation.
Pancreatic Cancer Survival
An inspiring overview of what it takes to survive pancreatic cancer. Although pancreatic cancer prognosis are rarely promising, the author offers an injection of hope and a compassionate kick in the rear.
Breast cancer, different treatments
Breast cancer is a disease in which malignant cells (cancer) develops in breast tissue. Mammary gland (breast) is made up of lobes and ducts. Each mammary gland consists of 15-20 segments called lobes
Importance Of Breast Cancer Screening -mammography
Cancer of the breast is the most common cancer in women worldwide, and in many regions it is the most common cause of death from cancer in women. Breast cancer is characterised by a preclinical detectable phase lasting from 1–7 years, depending on the specific disease subtype.
Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [NCI]-Gene
General Information About Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer