Oct

23

Did Girls afraid with Ovarian Cancer?

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I know many cancer. But did you know about ovarian cancer? There are ways to reduce your risk factors for ovarian cancer. You may want to consider looking into the research and finding a good strategy that works for you. The following are a few ideas on prevention tactics you might want to add to your life so you can reduce your risk of developing ovarian cancer.

The easiest way to reduce your chance of ovarian cancer is to take oral contraceptives or birth control pills. Studies have found that these medicines have reduced the risks of ovarian cancer by over fifty percent for women who have taken them for three or more years. Those who have undergone genetic screening and have found that they have mutations of the genes that cause ovarian cancer may also get additional benefits but more study by doctors is needed to confirm this.

Another option is the tying of the fallopian tubes. This option can help significantly reduce your risks of ovarian cancer by two-thirds, that’s sixty-six percent. This is also a good option for those women who are sure they don’t want kids anymore.

Some studies have shown that hysterectomies will also decrease the risk of ovarian cancer. However, it is not recommended to have this procedure done unless that is a good medical reason to do so. If a woman has already been through menopause or is nearing menopause then it may be a good idea to have the ovaries removed through a hysterectomy.

In addition, those who have more than one child and breast feed them for more than one year have been found to have a reduced risk of developing ovarian cancer.

However, no matter what it is always best to discuss the issues of ovarian cancer prevention with your doctor. They will be able to provide you with screening and a strategic plan to help reduce your risks of ovarian cancer. However, before speaking to your doctor it is a good idea to know your options so you can have time to think over what you would like to do

Ps: Girls, never have ovarian cancer. If not, i will crying a lots..

Sep

25

Colon Cancer? Huh!

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Colon cancer also called is colorectal cancer and large bowel cancer. Colon cancer is cancer that starts in the large intestine (colon) or the rectum (end of the colon). Colorectal cancer causes 655,000 deaths worldwide per year, including about 16,000 in the UK. About a quarter of all adults in the U.S. over the age of 50 will have at least one colorectal polyp. Colorectal cancer is the second most common cancer in US women. Most colorectal cancers develop from polyps in glandular tissue of the intestinal lining. Symptoms of colon cancer are numerous and nonspecific.

The first symptoms of colon cancer are commonly vague, like weight loss and fatigue (tiredness). Local (bowel) symptoms are rare until the tumor has grown to a large size. Other symptoms of colon cancer include fatigue, weakness, shortness of breath, change in bowel habits, narrow stools, diarrhea or constipation, red or dark blood in stool, weight loss, abdominal pain, cramps, or bloating. There are several risk factors for the disease. Diet also contributes to the risk, although the cause-and-effect relationship is still unclear. People whose diets are high in fruits and vegetables seem to have a reduced risk.

Certain genetic syndromes also reduce the risk of developing colon cancer. Heavy exposure to certain chemicals, including chlorine , which in small amounts is commonly used to purify drinking water may increase the risk of colorectal cancer. Smoking cigarettes is other risk factor for colorectal cancer. The first treatment of colon cancer is to surgically remove part or all of your colon. Surgery is depend on the stage and size of your tumor. Chemotherapy uses drugs to destroy cancer cells. Chemotherapy is also used to treat patients with stage IV colon cancer.

Chemotherapy is frequently utilized as a first-line treatment for metastatic colorectal cancer to demolish cancer cells that have metastasized. It also may be used prior to surgery to increase the tumor. Eating a low-fat, high-fiber diet, and increasing physical activity can help prevent the disease. Radiation therapy may be used after surgery to kill any remaining areas of cancer or before surgery to shrink the tumor. Radiation also can be utilized to cure cancer from coming back to the place it started and to alleviate symptoms of advanced cancer. Biological treatment, also reffers immunotherapy, attempts to make your body fight against your cancer.

Credit to Juliet Cohen

Ps: Colon? I hope i will never suffer this colon cancer and i hope my colon will be fine. I think i should see my private doctor first. If not, i will feel something..