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Diabetes, Estrogen and Breast Cancer
Estrogen regulates the growth of the mammary glands, and its function is mediated by receptors that allow certain elements to absorb estrogen. The relationship between steroid hormones and postmenopausal women has been assessed in at least fourteen studies over the last twenty years, and most of the
Facts About Pancreatic Cancer
Cancer is a degenerative disease and if it has been diagnosed in the last stages, then it is fatal for the person. Pancreas is an organ that is located inside the stomach. It is very important for the metabolism of the body and it is divided into exocrine and endocrine, based on its functions.
Who Cares When The Family Doesn't Care?
What must a poor patient do when the very family members that are critically needed for support adopt attitudes that vary from indifference to downright resentment of the patient for getting cancer in the first place? Fortunately, this seems to be a rare occurrence as family members are generally no
Elizabeth Edwards' Breast Cancer Back
Elizabeth Edwards, the wife of presidential candidate John Edwards, announced Thursday that her breast cancer, originally diagnosed in 2004, has returned.
5 Types Of Breast Cancer In The World
Breast cancer is the leading killer every year for women in the US. But sometimes, men can get it too, although the percentage of them getting it is low, compared to women.
Many Breast Cancer Patients Still Opt for Mastectomy Over Lump Removal
Better pre-surgical chemotherapy means more of the breast can safely be saved, researchers say
How to Stop Making Cancer and Turn Your Prognosis Around
Anyone that has been diagnosed with cancer wants to know "How do I stop doing this?" "How do I stop making this cancer?"
Cervical Cancer - Signs, Symptoms and Treatments
Despite the fact that cervical cancer has been identified as the second most common cancer among women worldwide as research has consistently shown that it kills more than 300,000 women yearly. Though it can be medically prevented, even in women at high risk, but due to the ignorance and non-challan
Breast Cancer - Inflammatory Breast Cancer (IBC)
A discussion of a rare type of breast cancer, inflammatory breast cancer or IBC, including symptoms, diagnostic methods, treatment options and information about IBC.
Ductal Breast Cancer Signs and Symptoms
Ductal breast cancer, medically termed ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), is generally considered a "pre-cancerous" condition. In reference to location, "in situ" means that the cancer cells are only located in the breast duct and not the surrounding breast tissue. The following signs and procedures m
Can I Get a Colonoscopy Without Health Insurance?
Many people mistakenly think that no health insurance equals no colonoscopy screening for colon cancer. Many organizations help provide low and no-cost screening. Learn if you qualify for this wellness exam.
Stage 3 Ovarian Cancer Overview
Stage III ovarian cancer is a more serious level of cancer, which has spread to include the pelvic area and organs, and the abdominal organs (liver, bowels, lymph nodes, etc.), and it is easier to diagnose. This is a detailed overview of all aspects of stage 3 ovarian cancer.
Too Few Younger, High-Risk Americans Get a Colonoscopy: Study
Those with a family history of disease should have screening at age 40, but only 38 percent do
Searching for Evidence-Based Oncology
Finding the best evidence to answer a clinical question can be daunting; however, the same general search strategies can be applied to oncology searches.
Are You Afraid to Get A Colonoscopy?
I'm 26 years old and I had to have my first colonoscopy done a few months back.My grandmother had and lost her battle against colon cancer.Of course this made me scared of what they may find but I found the American Cancer Society website useful to help calm down my nerves.
Getting Well With Dr. Coldwell - Early Warning Signs of Cancer
Cancer is most definitely a deadly disease that is affecting millions of lives worldwide. Science has made significant developments, but the cure methods of cancer still have certain side effects. As Dr. Leonard Coldwell states ...
Breath Temperature, Saliva, and Used to Identify Cancer
As commonly known in the biomedical community, genetic and epigenetic alterations are regarded as biomarkers for cancer detection, while some scientist looked for new candidates to indentify cancer, s
Life Is What Happens When You Make Other Plans
A not so funny thing happened to me on my way to planning my international travels. I was diagnosed with early uterine cancer.In the space of a few days, my life and my focus were dramatically reframed. So now, instead of getting visas and packing for Jordan and Nigeria, I'm getting medical tes
Fighting Against a Mass Murderer
Michelle Globerson started smoking when she was just 15 years old. Now 45, she's quit smoking four times, each time cold turkey, but never for good.
Lymphoblastic Lymphoma
Lymphoblastic lymphoma is a relatively rare aggressive Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL). Find out more about lymphoblastic lymphoma - its features and its treatment..