All Entries in the "Other Cancers" Category
Quitting Smoking Can Help Prevent Anal Cancer
Everyone knows that smoking causes a lot of health problems. Not only will it push the body toward getting emphysema, but it can also cause lung cancer in many people. But did you know that smoking also puts people at greater risk for getting anal cancer? Smoking breaks down antibodies and leaves areas all over [...]
Hodgkin’s Disease In Children
Hodgkin’s disease or Hodgkin’s lymphoma is a type of cancer of the lymphatic system, that part of the human body that fights infection by filtering out unwanted substances such as bacteria and viruses. The lymphatic system consists of the lymph nodes or glands, the organs that produce the infection-fighting cells (thymus, tonsils, spleen, adenoids, bone [...]
Recovering After A Brain Tumor
A brain tumor is created by uncontrolled and abnormal division of brain cells; it may either be malignant (cancerous) or benign (non-cancerous). Brain surgery is the most-considered treatment to remove most, if not all of the brain tumor. The patient’s health at the time of the surgery, the extent of the disease, and the surgical [...]
The Malign Bone Tumor – An Evil Coming With Cancer Metastasis
The tumors are manifesting through pain, turgid tissue or pathological bone fracture. The bone is a very common residence for the metastasis of other tumors like breast, thyroid, kidney and prostate. They are usually associated with pain and discomfort and are hidden by other symptoms the malign cancers are presenting before metastasis. The rare malign [...]
Studies For The Treatment Of Multiple Myeloma
Because multiple Myeloma is so difficult to control many researchers are looking for more effective treatments, treatments with fewer adverse effects. The aim of the medical research is to find new ways to care for patients with complications caused by this destructive form of plasma cancer that is affecting over 12000 Americans every year. When [...]
Lymphedema – Post Chemo Consequence
Lymphedema (the other name is lymphatic obstruction) is a condition of localized fluid retention and tissue swelling caused by a compromised lymphatic system. The lymphatic system turns the interstitial fluid back to the thoracic duct, that goes to the bloodstream where it is re-circulated back with risk of infection. The symptoms of the disease include [...]
Acinic Cell Carcinoma: A Rare Cancer That Makes A Rare Appearance
Acinic cell carcinoma is a rare type of cancer that affects the salivary glands, occurring mainly in the parotid gland, which is the largest salivary gland, located near the jawbone just in front of the ear. It is a slow-growing cancer that can develop in people of all ages, although most symptoms appear in middle [...]
What Happens After The Removal Of A Lung Tumor?
Every patient wants to know if the entire tumor was removed successfully. Although the surgeon will be able to tell you directly how well the operation went, results of samples taken near the lymph nodes will be received after seven to ten days. When the results are available, your doctor will meet to discuss whether [...]
