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People hear the "C" word and immediately know it's serious. But the double C, colon cancer, is even more frightening. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Colon cancer testing saves lives each and every year. But did you know that half of those that currently die from the disease could be saved if only they have a routine test? Related Article Tags: , , , ,
When a doctor wants to evaluate the progress of colon cancer of one of his patients he or she uses a method called Staging. This method is about finding out to what extent the tumor (colon cancer) has spread to the other regions of the patients body. Once the doctors figured out in what stage the colon cancer is, they will develop the best course of action or treatment. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
The large intestine, which includes the colon and the rectum, is large not in length (the small intestine is about 3 times longer) but in its width (about 5cm). This tube, some 150-200cm in length, connects the small intestine at one end with the anus at the other.
The colon or the large intestine extends from the cecum to the rectum. Colon's main function is to extract water from feces. Colon, also called large bowel, measures 1.5 meters in length. There are various diseases of the colons like colitis, colon cancer, constipation, polyposis, pseudomembranous colitis, ulcerative colitis, diverticulosis, diarrhea, and chronic functional abdominal pain.
Cancer the word causes a chill run down through the spine and we start feeling weak in the knees. Related Article Tags: , ,
Did you know that colon cancer is one of the fiercest killer diseases in the USA that claim thousands of lives every year? Unknown to many, it can be prevented by incorporating few lifestyle changes and a regular screening. In fact, it has been estimated that one-third of deaths from colon cancer can be prevented if people over the age of fifty go for a regular screening test along with regular colon cleansing. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Prostate cancer is the second most common type of cancer found in men (skin cancer is first). The incidence of prostate cancer increases with age, and some people think that all men would eventually have prostate cancer if they lived long enough. Related Article Tags: , , , , , ,
Prostate cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer in men, and the most commonly diagnosed form of cancer in America, other than skin cancer.
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. In the United States, around 1000 patients die each day from complications of cancer. Approximately 2.4 million Americans are expected to be diagnosed with the dreaded disease in 2007. Related Article Tags: , , , , , ,
Hemorrhoids are rectal veins that have become enlarged. These veins can be inside or outside the rectum. Hemorrhoids create a variety of symptoms that may require you to see your doctor. If you think you have hemorrhoids, then you need to read this article to become better informed. Related Article Tags: , , , , , ,
Approximately 10 per cent of Colon cancers have a strong genetic factor. The commonest is hereditary non-polyposis colon cancer (HNPCC or Lynch syndrome). This condition is caused by mutation in any one of at least five different genes.
Intestinal obstruction or blockage of the intestines in the digestive tract is an impairment of the intestines or simply an arrest of the passage of contents through the intestine. This results to digestive problems such as "crampy" abdominal pain, vomiting, green vomit and fecal vomiting (feces-like vomit) as well as constipation, inability to release feces, blood-stained mucus or passing jelly-like mucus and shock.
Significant numbers of men over the age of 50 develop problems with prostate health. The prostate gland is about the size of a chestnut and sits at the base of the bladder in front of the rectum. The prostate surrounds a tube called the urethra which passes urine out of the body. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
In recent years the life expectancy of prostate cancer sufferers has dramatically increased, primarily thanks to the introduction of early detection programs and greater public awareness allied with overall healthier lifestyles. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
The first step to preventing colon cancer is understanding what the risk factors are. Knowing that you are at risk will help motivate you to take the necessary steps to prevent it. Even if you are at high risk for colon cancer, there are steps that you can take to decrease your risk. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , ,
The mesothelium is a protective lining for cavities in the body and secretes a lubricating fluid into these cavities. Mesothelioma cancer develops from the cells of this lining. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
While many illnesses and diseases are well understood, prostate cancer is one of the remaining cancerous conditions that is shrouded in misunderstanding. There are several main reasons for this, not the least of which is that men as a group, simply do not want to deal with this very common no cancerous condition. Related Article Tags: , , , , , ,
Prostate cancer is one of the leading health problems and causes of death among men. It may be the major misfortune of a man in his prime. Life threatening health condition, as it may seem, it also provides the fear among men. The fear of losing one's manliness and the fear of being vulnerable are just a few things men with prostate problems can't handle. Related Article Tags: , ,
Prostate conditions are a huge problem that have an impact of a colossal scale. You may not be aware, but thousands upon thousand of men across the globe become impotent and die every year from prostate problems. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
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