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noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 14:09:00 +0000

PREVENTIVE HEALTHCARE FOR THE SMART ADULT

You are ultimately responsible for managing your own health and wellbeing. Being exposed to the stresses and unhealthy habits of the daily urban lifestyle can only threaten your wellness and reduce the quality of your life.

Most of the time, it is only when one is unwell that medical attention is sought. Malaysians in general do not receive all the important preventive services they need - that is, screening tests for early detection of disease, immunizations and education about healthy habits. Our Wellness Doctor, Dr Fariz Sazadilla (Assunta Hospital) shares a few screening tests or routine test for the everyday folk to get in touch with their health and wellbeing.

1. BLOOD PRESSURE MEASUREMENT

(to detect hypertension)

Who needs: All adults.

How often: Once every 2 years for those with normal blood pressure.

Comments: More frequent monitoring is required for those with readings over 140/90 and have existing co-morbidities such as hypertension, diabetes and heart conditions.

2. THYROID DISEASE SCREENING

Who needs: Woman 50 and over; those with high cholesterol, family history of thyroid disease or other risk factors.

How often: On professional advice.

Comments: If you feel you are susceptible to getting thyroid talk to your doctor about risk factors and getting screened.

3. CHOLESTEROL MEASUREMENT

Who needs: Men aged 35 and older (men should be screened from age 20-35 for those with the risk of coronary heart disease). Woman with risk of coronary heart disease should get screened from the of 20-45 or from 45 years old onwards if normal otherwise.

How often: Once every 5 years. More often if any results are abnormal or you have other risk factors.

Comments: Those at high risk for heart disease needing medical advice about lifestyle changes and possibly drug therapy and diabetics.

4. BREAST CANCER SCREENING (MAMMOGRAPHY)

Who needs: All woman 50 to 75; those in their forties or over 75 should discuss screening with their doctors.

How often: Every 1 to 2 years.

Comments: Certain women at high risk should also have both MRI and mammography starting at 30. Clinical breast exams are important to raise awareness. Consult your doctor should you fall under the high risk category and this includes previous history of invasive breast cancer or benign breast disease, a "first degree relative" with breast cancer.

5. GLAUCOMA SCREENING

Who needs: People at high risk, those over 65, very nearsighted or diabetic; those with sleep apnea or family history of glaucoma.

How often: On professional advice of eye specialist.

Comments: Most eye specialists advice testing all adults 40 and over every 3 to 5 years.

6. DIABETES SCREENING

(fasting blood glucose test)

Who needs: 1. A person with diabetic symptoms such as lethargy, weight loss, increase in urination and thirst. 2. A person with risk factors such as, above the age of 35 years, a BMI reading above 23kg/m2, family history of diabetes within 1st degree relatives, history of gestational diabetes mellitus and hypertension among others. 3. Pregnant woman above 24 weeks of gestation.

How often: Every 2 to 3 years.

Comments: Screening can be done using random blood glucose with a glucometer as well.

7. COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING

(fecal occult blood test, sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy)

Who needs: Everyone 50 years old and over; earlier for those at high risk. Most should stop at age 75.

How often: Fecal occult blood test annually plus sigmoidoscopy every 5 years or colonscopy every 10 years for those at higher risks. The high risk group includes those with a history of colorectal polyps/cancer/irritable bowel syndrome, family history of colorectal cancer and lifestyle factors such as smoking, obesity, alcoholism and a sedentary lifestyle.

Comments: Those with abnormal results need more frequent testing. X-ray with barium enema may also be done.

8. BONE - density testing

Who needs: Woman 65 and over; younger woman at high risk for bone loss; men above the age of 70 years.

How often: On professional advice.

Comments: Risk factors include being small-boned, sedentary, a heavy drinker or a smoker or having a personal or family history of osteoporosis.

9. STD TEST (sexually Transmitted Disease)

Who needs: Sexually active women 24 and younger; older women at increased risk (such as multiple partners).

How often: Annually or more often.

Comments: Men who have unprotected sex should also be tested.

10. PAP SMEAR (for early detection of cervical cancer)

Who needs: All women, starting at age 20 or when they are sexually active. Most can stop after 65.

How often: If results are normal, every 2 years until 30, then every 3 years after 30, if a woman smokes or has multiple sex partners or other risk factors, we recommend HPV DNA with testing.

Comments: Women can stop at age 65 if they have had normal result for 10 years, unless they are at high risk. Women who have had their cervix removed do not need to be tested.

11. PROSTATE CANCER SCREENING (prostate specific antigen or PSA)

Who needs: Men starting at age 50.

How often: PSA on professional advice.

Comments: Discuss the pros and cons with your doctor should you have a family history of cancer. Men should stop screening at age 75.

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noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 14:21:00 +0000

HOW TO AVOID A HEART ATTACK WITH THESE 10 SIMPLE WAYS

A heart attack is known as a myocardial infarction. This occurs when the heart muscle is damaged or does not receive enough oxygen. Many cardiac related problems occur due to blockages in arteries that carry purified blood away from the heart to different parts of the body. Another cause is the formation of blood clots.

Very often, it is quite difficult to differentiate between a heart attack and heartburn. The common signs of a heart attack are a tightness, pain, or discomfort in the chest. Sweating, nausea, and vomiting that are accompanied by intense pressure in the chest. A radiating and intense pain in the chest that extends from the chest to the left arm. A shortness of breath for more than a few minutes. If you have any of the above you must consult the doctor or go to the emergency rooms.

If you even think you are having a heart attack you must call for a cardiac care ambulance, and put under your tongue a sorbitrate or chew an aspirin. If you are allergic to aspirin don’t take one. At the hospital care will include rapid thrombolysis, cardiac catheterization, and angioplasty. They will also administer intravenously clot busting medications. The risk factors for a heart attack include: smoking, diabetes, high levels of cholesterol, hypertension, family history of heart diseases, atherosclerosis, lack of exercise, obesity, and fast foods.

Reduce the risks of a heart attack by:

1. Quitting smoking.
2. Eating healthy. Avoid fatty foods, excess salt, and red meats.
3. Controlling high blood pressure and diabetes.
4. Ensuring regular exercise at least 30 minutes a day. Walking is most beneficial.
5. Preventing obesity. Doing all you can to maintain weight.
6. Choosing to live a healthy lifestyle.
7. Practicing meditation.
8. Doing regular relaxation and breathing exercises.
9. Undergoing periodic cardiac evaluations.
10. Including foods that are rich in anti-oxidants in your diet.

A killer disease, according to the American Heart Association approximately 58.8 million people in the US suffer from heart diseases. And, about 950,000 Americans die of heart ailments each year. Heart diseases and death from it can be prevented by maintaining your health. Find a balance in life between work and other activities, abandon the couch for the outdoors, don’t watch sports on television play sports instead and you can hope to live a long and fulfilled life.

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noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 15 May 2012 14:38:00 +0000

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What is Tea Tree Oil?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 20:07:00 +0000

Latin Name: Melaleuca alternifolia
Other Names: Melaleuca oil, Australian tea tree oil

Tea tree oil is an essential oil obtained by steam distillation of the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia, a plant native to Australia.

Historically, the leaves were used as a substitute for tea, which is how tea tree oil got its name. The part used medicinally is the oil from the leaves.

Why Do People Use Tea Tree Oil?

Tea tree has a long history of traditional use. Australian aboriginals used tea tree leaves for healing skin cuts, burns, and infections by crushing the leaves and applying them to the affected area. Tea tree oil contains consituents called terpenoids, which have been found to have antiseptic and antifungal activity. The compound terpinen-4-ol is the most abundant and is thought to be responsible for most of tea tree oil's antimicrobial activity.

People use tea tree oil for the following conditions:

Acne
Athlete's foot
Dandruff
Vaginitis
Thrush
Periodontal disease
As an antiseptic
Boils
Lice
Eczema
Psoriasis
Yeast infection

Sources of Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil is most commonly found as a pure essential oil. It is also an ingredient in creams, ointments, lotions, soaps, and shampoos.

Tea tree oil should not be confused with Chinese tea oil, cajeput oil, kanuka oil, manuka oil, ti tree oil, and niauouli oil.

What is the Evidence for Tea Tree Oil?

There have only been a few, older clinical trials looking at the effectiveness of tea tree oil in humans.

Athlete's Foot

A randomized controlled trial examined the use of 25% tea tree oil solution, 50% tea tree oil solution, or placebo in 158 people with athlete's foot. After twice daily applications for 4 weeks, the two tea tree oil solutions were found to be significantly more effective than placebo.

In the 50% tea tree oil group, 64% were cured, compared to 31% in the placebo group. Four people using the tea tree oil withdrew from the study because they developed dermatitis (which improved after discontinuing tea tree oil use). Otherwise, there were no significant side effects.

Fungal Infection of the Toenails

A randomized, controlled trial published in the Journal of Family Practice looked at the twice-daily application of 100% tea tree oil or 1% clotrimazole solution (a topical antifungal medication) in 177 people with toenail fungal infection. After 6 months, the tea tree oil was found to be as effective as the topical antifungal, based on clinical assessment and toenail cultures.

Another randomized, controlled trial examined the effectiveness and safety of a cream containing 5% tea tree oil and 2% butenafine hydrochloride in 60 people with toenail fungal infection. After 16 weeks, 80% of people using the cream had significant improvement compared to none in the placebo group. Side effects included mild inflammation.

A third double-blind study looked at 100% tea tree oil compared with a topical antifungal, clotrimazole, in 112 people with fungal infections of the toenails. The tea tree oil was as effective as the antifungal.

Acne

A single-blind randomized trial by the Department of Dermatology at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Australia compared the effectiveness and tolerance of 5% tea tree oil gel with 5% benzoyl peroxide lotion in 124 people with mild to moderate acne. People in both groups had a significant reduction in inflamed and non-inflammed acne lesions (open and closed comedones) over the three month period, although tea tree oil was less effective than benzoyl peroxide.

Although the tea tree oil took longer to work initially, there were fewer side effects with tea tree oil. In the benzoyl peroxide group, 79 percent of people had side effects including itching, stinging, burning, and dryness. Researchers noted that there were far less side effects in the tea tree oil group.

Dandruff

A single-blind study examined the use of 5% tea tree oil shampoo or placebo in 126 people with mild to moderate dandruff. After 4 weeks, the tea tree oil shampoo significantly reduced symptoms of dandruff.

Safety Concerns

One study shows that tea tree oil may alter hormone levels. There have been three case reports of topical tea tree oil products causing unexplained breast enlargement in boys. People with hormone-sensitive cancers or pregnant or nursing women should avoid tea tree oil.

For more information, read Lavender and Tea Tree Oils Linked to Breast Enlargement in Boys.

Occasionally, people may have allergic reactions to tea tree oil, ranging from mild contact dermatitis to severe blisters and rashes. Undiluted tea tree oil may cause skin irritation, redness, blistering, and itching. Tea tree oil should not be taken internally, even in small quantities. It can cause impaired immune function, diarrhea, and potentially fatal central nervous system depression (excessive drowsiness, sleepiness, confusion, coma).

The tea tree oil in commercial toothpastes and mouthwashes is generally considered to be acceptable because it is not swallowed. Avoid homemade tea tree oil mouthwashes. Seek medical attention if you experience symptoms of overdose: excessive drowsiness, sleepiness, poor coordination, diarrhea, vomiting.

Don't use tea tree oil if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Keep tea tree oil out of the reach of children and pets.

HYDROTHERAPY

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:02:00 +0000

9 REASONS TO SOAK YOUR FEET AT THE HYDROTHERAPY POOL

1. Increases blood circulation

2. Pain reduction

3. Increaces metabolism in muscle

4. Reduces muscle stiffness

5. Improves co-ordination and balance

6. Boosts cardiovascular fitness

7. Protects joints during exercise

8. Alleviates water retention

9. Promotes relaxation

Hydrotherapy is a form of Physiotherapy treatment that incorporates the unique properties of water and the value of heat to improve and cure a large array of medical conditions. If you suffer from back pain, obesity, arthritis and joint problems among others, consult your doctor and visit your Physiotherapy Department today for a refreshing experience.

ALLERGIES

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 22:16:00 +0000

PART 2.

STIFFLING THE SNIFFLE

In the previous article dated December 20, 2012, we dove deep into understanding a common problem faced by children with runny noses - Allergic Rhinitis. After the surge of information on common triggers, tips on avoiding and how Allergic Rhinitis can affect your child, you are now probably wondering what can be done to actually treat this syndrome. The following suggestions in this TWO-PART series of frequently asked questions may come in handy to you especially if your child suffers from the constant sniffle.

IS AN ALLERGY TEST REALLY NECESSARY FOR MY CHILD?

The common allergy test include blood test to look at levels of lgE antibodies to specific allergens and skin prick testing. (If you have already read the previous article dated 20/12/2011, you would have learnt that when in contact with an allergen, your child's immune system cells would release antibodies, specifically Immunoglobulin E (lgE).

Basically for the blood test, the higher the lgE levels, the more severe the allergy. Skin prick testing is tricky to do, as this involves actually breaking the skin with a sharp needle to allow solutions of allergens to seep into the skin, resulting in red swellings (like mosquitoe bites). The bigger the swelling, the more severe the allergy. Children may not take to kindly to a needle prick.

Whatever the outcome of the allergy testing, the treatment is the same across the board. In other words, if a patient is allergic to dust mites, the same antihistamines and steroid sprays apply as for dog hair or for fungus. All roads lead to Rome, one may say. therefore, are allergy test really necessary in allergic rhinitis?

The short answer is no, but bear in mind that allergy testing may have other applications and purposes in the treatment of asthma and eczema.

HOW IS ALLERGIC RHINITS TREATED?

Firstly, just do nothing and wait-and-see. If symptoms of allergic rhinitis are mild and tolerable, very little may be achieved by giving medications. Therefor, blowing your nose, slapping on a grin and getting on with it is all that is really required.

The second option is to medicate. There is vast array of medications. The commonest include antihistamines and steroid sprays. Each may come with pseudoephedrine* making the drug more efficient in decongesting the nose. The most powerful drug class are nasal corticosteroid sprays. It could be said that steroid sprays are my favourite medication to alleviate the symptoms of allergic rhinitis. Steroid sprays work to reduce all symptoms of allergic rhinitis and have been so good that nothing else really comes close to its efficacy. There are other than the two above.

The third method is surgery (for severe cases). Surgery is really only needed when medications have either failed to achieve its aim, or when the patients feels the change in symptoms is unsatisfactory. Surgery to reduce the size of the nasal turbinates or making the septum straighter (septoplasty). Endoscopic sinus surgery makes the channels leading into the sinuses, which may help to reduce headaches and reduce the chances of infection of the sinuses.

Please note that surgery will not eliminate allergic rhinitis. Keep in mind that an allergy-reaction will always be determined by the over-reactive immune system and environmental factors. No amount of surgery will do this, but surgery does help to lighten the burden of a particular symptom. Antihistamines and steroid sprays may still be needed after surgery.

HOW SAFE ARE STEROID SPRAYS REALLY?

Very safe, is the succinct answer. Much is written in the internet about the side effects of steroid sprays. Examples of these include thinning of mucosa, bleeding and growth retardation. I do not subscribe strongly these fears, as in the clinical practice they have yet to actually come across such cases. The real side effects of steroids occur with orally ingested or injected, high dose steroids taken for an a continual basis from months on end. Steroid sprays on the other hand are topical, meaning that the drug stays above the skin surface with negligible absorption into the body.

However, the doctor respect the fears of parents. The doctor compromise by allowing parents to stop the steroid spray once symptoms are better after two or three months. But, inevitably, symptoms will return about two weeks or more after cessation of the spray. If symptom recurrence is bad enough, you can start again!

WHAT ELSE CAN I DO IF I DON'T LIKE MY CHILD TO BE ON A TON OF MEDICATIONS? WILL TAKING VITAMIN C HELP?

Naturally there are alternatives to antihistamines and steroid sprays. Since dust mist is still the commonest cause of allergic rhinitis, strategies against dust mite are widely used. Examples include cleaning and changing mattress sheets every week and washing them in hot water, dust mite covers for pillows and mattresses, powerful vacuum cleaners, chemicals to kill dust mite, air-filters, air ionisers etc. My personal opinion is that these are either too expensive or take too much effort. From a purely pragmatic viewpoint, tolerating symptoms or taking medications are still the most cost-effective.

Physical exercise has been said to "cure" symptoms of allergic rhinitis. Any strenuous physical activity will result in the nose's mucosa shrinking, which allows more air to be inhaled. This normal physiological response is temporary and in noway result in permanent nasal block resolution of allergic rhinitis.

Parents often vouch for Vitamin C as the cure-all for many ailments. Claims that Vitamin C wards off viral infections have come under scrutiny recently and they are starting to look dubious. I have not seen anything to support the use of Vitamin C for allergic rhinitis. I cannot make any logical connection between Vitamin C and allergic rhinitis.

The above article are a personal views of the author.

ALLERGIES

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 07:58:00 +0000

PART 1.
UNDERSTANDING ALLERGIC RHINITIS IN CHILDREN

Runny noses and constant sniffles are a common recurrence among adults and children alike. This phenomenon is inevitably labeled as a 'sinus problem' and often this guess is confirmed after checking with their respective doctors. However, it is really easy for many of my patients to confuse infections; both viral and bacterial, with actual allergies, subsequently leading to a less effective treatment option. For your reading pleasure, I will now explain the truth on alergies in this TWO-PART series of commonly asked questions.

WHAT IS AN ALLERGY?

An allergy occurs when the body's immune system, or the intrinsic defence system, reacts against substances or antigens to many people. These can be separated into two categories: harmful antigens and harmless antigens (allergen).

Viruses and bacteria fall under the HARMFUL category while although dust-mites, cat and dog fur and plant pollens may seem like the enemy, they are indeed harmless.

In simplified medical terms, when in contact with an allergen, your child's immune system celss would release antibodies, specifically immunoglobulin E (lgE). These antibodies bind to the allergen molecules, which eventually leads to the release of the chemical histamine. This chemical is known to cause the symptoms associated with allergy such as the common sneeze and sniffle.

Allergies are commonly suffered through the generations, as there is a genetic or hereditary basis that governs why the immune system reacts against allergens.

WHAT, THEN, IS ALLERGIC RHINITIS?

It is the condition where an irritation or allergy happens in the 'carpet lining' or mucosa, of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses. The sinuses are eight hollow cavities within the facial bones and each has a connecting doorway into the nasal cavity.

Allergies may also occurs in the lungs, skin and eyes, known respectively as asthma, eczema and allergic conjunctivitis. A child may be susceptible to one or more of the above types of allergies.

When a particular allergen is inhaled into the nose, it comes into contact with lgE that is specific for it. Histamine release leads to swelling of the mucosa and copious mucus production, causing typical sysmptoms of nose block, sneezing, itch and runny nose.

Naturally, there is avariation in severity and frequency amongs a range of patients. Some may only have blocked noses, some only sneezing and itching, but others may be faced with the full hand of symptoms.

AT WHAT AGE DOES ALLERGIC RHINITIS START?

It is believed that allergic rhinitis starts at the tender age of four, in contrast to the other allergic problems of asthma and eczema that tend to begin in infancy. However, runny and blocked noses are very common in children below four years of age. making it hard not to believe that in fact allergic rhinitis starts earlier than this in some children.

WHAT ARE THE COMMON FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO ALLERGIC RHINITIS?

The fundamental causes vary from country to country, depending on climate and degree of urbanisation, but only inhaled allergens directly cause allergy in the nose.

Examples of allergens for tropical climates like Malaysia include dust-mite excretions, fungal material and dog or cat dander. Even cockroaches can be a threat to your child's environment. In temperate climates with the four seasons, there are also plant pollens of tree, flower and grass varieties that contribute to this.

DOES WEATHER AND AIR-CONDITIONING MAKE ALLERGIC RHINITIS WORSE?

Parents commonly report that their child's sneezing and runny-nose worsens when spending a day out under the sun or when cooped within an air-conditioned room. They are half right.

Changes in humidity, temperature and certain air pollutants have an independent irritant effect on the nasal mucosa. This irritation makes the mucosa swell up, making the symptoms of allergic rhinitis appear to be worse. This is in fact a separate reaction not to be confused with allergic rhinitis.

Air pollutants may be divided into indoor and outdoor categories. An example of an outdoor air pollutant is diesel fumes while indoor pollutants include household products, pesticide and even tobacco smoke.

WHAT ABOUT FOODS THAT WE TAKE?

Food subtances may cause oral and systemic (asthma and eczema) allergic symptoms. It is said that food substances only rarely directly make allergic rhinitis worse.

Once again, it is inhaled substances that serve as allergens for allergic rhinitis. However, certain foods may modify the immune system, so that it becomes more reactive, thereby also making allergic responses more intense. This is an indirect way, in contrast to the direct allergen way.

HOW ABOUT SWIMMING?

Most swimming pools are chlorinated and it is only this chemical that would contribute to an allergic while swimming, if at all. Chlorine-related gas sits just above the surface of the water. This gas serves as an irritant, just as the weather and air-conditioning would. I truly hope you would understand that your child's allergic rhinitis is actually not make worse. What he/she might experience is a temporary irritation due to the chlorine.

Swimming is an excellent form of sport and excercise. I think a child should not be deprived of the opportunity to do so.

Continue reading on Part 2 which will be posted soon.

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noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 06:06:00 +0000

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Human Body Part 4

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 23:11:00 +0000

ENDOCRINE SYSTEM

Hormones are chemical messengers that influence virtually every body cell and function. Often working in concert with each other, as well as with the nervous system, hormones control growth, metabolism, digestion, blood pressure, reproduction and response to stress, among many other functions. Understandably, hormonal imbalances can have profound effects throughout the body.

Although scientists know that hormones are key to almost every body process, much remains to be learned about how they work. For example, we still do not understand how the thymus and pineal glands and their hormones work. And from time to time, yet another hormone is discovered.

In addition to being produced by various endocrine glands, hormones are secreted by other organs, including the lungs, intestines, heart and kidneys. Regardless of their origin, however, they all travel through the bloodstream in very small amounts, seeking out target organs or cells, which they then stimulate to perform a particular function. Some hormones, such as insulin are too large to actually enter a cell; instead, they attach themselves to a preprogrammed receptor that triggers the desired response. Other hormones, such as the steroids produced by the adrenal glands, are small enough to penetrate target cells and elicit the desired response from its genetic material.

REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM

Reproduction remains one of life’s most profound wonders. Just the notion that two barely visible cells can merge and form a new human being in just nine months is nothing short of a miracle. Of course, many things can go awry along the way, but most babies are healthy at birth with all the organs needed to grow into a normal adult.

Sex hormones – principally testosterone in men and estrogen in women – directly control reproduction. But many factors influence both the male and female reproductive system including overall health, nutrition and stress. Genetics are also instrumental. Both the mother and father contribute half of the genes needed to make a new human being and it is this genetic material that determines many of the off-spring’s characteristics, such as eye and hair color, height, body build and blood type.

Sex is also determined at the moment of conception and depends upon which sex chromosome is donated by the father. Female cells have two X chromosomes; thus, when an egg divides, it must have an X chromosome. In contrast, males have an X and a Y chromosome and a sperm can carry either one. So if an egg is fertilized by an X sperm, the baby will be a girl with two female X chromosomes; if the father contributes a Y sperm, the offspring will be a boy with the characteristic male XY chromosomes.

THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

The human body is constantly bombarbed by millions of viruses, bacteria and other disease – causing microorganisms, or pathogens. Fortunately, most of these are thwarted by the body’s own protective physical and chemical barriers, such as the skin, saliva, tears, mucus and stomach acid. The millions of bacteria that live on the skin and the body’s mucus membranes also help protect against certain invaders. When a pathogen does manage to evade these defences and enter the body, it is attacked almost immediately by one or more components of the immune system.

The immune system uses extremely sensitive chemicals sensors to recognise a foreign organism or tissue, especially one that can cause disease. Sometimes it over reacts to a harmless substance, such as pollen or a certain food or medication; this can set the stage for allergic reaction. In other cases, the immune system mistakenly attacks normal body tissue as if it were foreign, resulting in an autoimmune disease such as lupus or rheumatoid arthritis. Most of the time, however, the immune system holds fast as our first line of defense against a host of potentially deadly diseases.

End of Human Body Part 4/4.

Human Body Part 3

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 03:06:00 +0000

RENAL SYSTEM

The body’s excretory system is made up of a pair of kidneys and ureters, urinary bladder and urethra. Kidneys do most of the work; the other structures transport or store urine.

The kidneys are bean-shaped organs, about four inches long and weighing only five ounces. They function as extraordinarily efficient chemical treatment plants, cleansing the blood of urea and other toxic wastes while maintaining the proper balance of fluid, salts and other blood components. They are also instrumental in maintaining blood pressure.

The renal arteries branch off the abdominal aorta and carry a prodigious amount of blood. Each day, up to 500 quarts of fluid circulate through the kidneys. After it is cleansed, most of this fluid is returned to the bloodstream; only two to four pints are excreted as urine. This waste material collects in the central portion of the kidney – the renal pelvis – and from there it passes into the ureter, a long, narrow tube that carries the urine to the bladder. A normal adult bladder can hold about one pint of liquid, but when it is about half full, it begins to send nerve signals of an urge to urinate. Voluntary muscles in the pelvic floor control bladder function; when these muscles drop, the sphincter that controls the bladder opening relaxes and urine flows into the urethra. The female urethra is about 1.5 inches long and carries only urine; the 8 inch male urethra transport both semen and urine.

RESPIRATORY SYSTEM

Of all the substances needed to sustain life, oxygen – an odourless, colorless and tasteless gas – is perhaps the most critical because it is essential for all stages of metabolism, the various biochemical functions that maintain the body. Without oxygen, cells begin to die within minutes.

With each breath, oxygen is taken into the lungs and carbon dioxide and other wastes are expelled. Although you can deliberately hold your breath for a short period, breathing actually is an automatic process controlled by the brain’s respiratory center. When performing quiet activities, a person takes about 14 breaths a minute, but the respiration rate may be slower during sleep or mediation and higher during exercise or other activities that demand extra oxygen.

Air is inhaled through the nose or mouth and passes through the larynx, or voice box, into the trachea, or the windpipe and then to the bronchi and bronchioles, air tubes that branch off the trachea. These tubes are lined with millions of cilia, hairlike strands that beat rhythmically to keep dust, germs and other airborne particles out of the lungs. The cilia also help clear the lungs of mucus produced by the mucous cells lining the bronchial tubes.

The bronchioles terminate in clusters of alveoli, tiny, balloon-like air sacs that are responsible for ensuring that the blood has a steady supply of fresh oxygen. Oxygen exchange takes place on the surface of the lungs 700 million or so alveoli, which, if flattened out, would almost cover a tennis courts. The air sacs are elastic, expanding during inhalation and deflating partially as air is exhaled. If alveoli lose their elasticity, as is the case in emphysema, stale air becomes trapped in the sacs and the body becomes starved for oxygen.

SENSES

Virtually everything that we perceive about our surroundings comes through information collected by the five basic senses – sight, hearing, taste, smell and touch. Of these, sight and hearing are generally considered the most vital; in fact, however all work in concert to provide a total picture. This cooperative process is especially apparent when you eat – odor is critical in distinguishing between foods that have a similar taste and texture. This is the reason that food seems to lack taste when you have a cold. However, when you are deprived of one particular sense, others can help compensate; for examples, you can use touch and sound to find your way in the dark.

All sensory organs are complex extensions of the central nervous system (refer Human Body Part 2), with a direct pathway to the brain, which allows instantaneous processing of information. (The eye’s optic nerve is actually an extension of the brain). The moment you touch an object, you know whether it is soft or hard, hot or cold, smooth or rough. This is because information is processed so fast, we give little thought to the complexity of what is involved. Sounds entering the ear or light coming into the eye are immediately broken down and transformed into electrical impulses that are decoded and reassembled in the brain. A similar electrical transformation takes place in identifying an odor, interpreting a touch and a recognizing a taste.

Continue reading on Human Body Part 4..

Human Body Part 2

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 16:05:00 +0000

CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM

The adult body has some 60,000 miles of blood vessels that supply oxygen and other nutrients to every cell and carry away carbon dioxide and other wastes. The heart, one of nature’s most durable pumps, constantly circulates 8 to 10 pints of blood through this vast network. On a typical day, the heart beats more than 100,000 times, pumping out 2,600 gallons of blood. This adds up to more than 2.5 billion heartbeats over an average lifetime, with never more than a fraction of a second’s rest between each beat.

Although the heart is designed to last a lifetime, cardiovascular disease remains our leading cause of death, claiming more than 900,000 lives a year. Most of these deaths are due to heart attacks, often in the prime of life. The American Heart Association estimates that 56 million Americans suffer from a cardiovascular disorder, with high blood pressure and coronary artery disease the most prevalent.

These disorders are epidemic worldwide, concentrated mostly in developed nations. They are a relatively modern phenomenon that experts attribute to a combination of lifestyle factors (for example, eating a high-fat diet, smoking, not exercising) and heredity. Increasingly, however, researchers are showing that heart attacks, strokes and other cardiovascular events can be prevented by adopting a prudent, heart-healthy lifestyle.

BRAIN AND NERVOUS SYSTEM

All our movements, thoughts, sensations and bodily functions are controlled by the brain and nervous system, the most highly evolved among all living creatures and the least understood. Neuroscientists are only beginning to unravel the myriad mysteries of the human brain and many predict we will never fully understand so many of the things we take for granted: memory, language, creativity and so forth.

Taken as a whole, the nervous system is actually a complex branching network of systems with many overlapping parts and functions, all controlled by the brain and its spinal cord extension. Such automatic or involuntary, functions as breathing, circulation and digestion are directed largely by the automatic nervous system, which is divided into the sympathetic and parasympathetic components. In simplified terms, these two systems act as switches to turn organs on and off, thus maintaining a state of balance.

Superficial sensory nerves receive messages from the outside world and transmit them to the brain, where they are interpreted and sent back through the body via the cranial or spinal nerves. All this takes only a split second and often requires little or no thought. However, when something goes awry with the brain or other components of the nervous system, manifestations can be disastrous, ranging from trivial movement disorders to paralysis and dementia.

DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

Digestion is a complex chemical and mechanical process that begins when food is chewed and mixed with saliva, which adds moisture and also begins breaking down starches. Swallowing forces a bolus of food into the esophagus, a 10-inch muscular tube that transports it to the stomach.

Contractions of this muscular organ further pulverize food and mix it with hydrochloric acid and other powerful gastric juices. Little by little, the partially digested food passes from the stomach to the duodenum, the site of even more chemical action. Pancreatic enzymes and juices flow into this uppermost segment of the small intestine, where they break down proteins and carbohydrates. To make fats more soluble, the liver produces bile, which exerts an emulsifying action that transforms globules of fat into minute droplets.

Peristalsis, rhythmic contractions of the intestinal muscles, propels the digested food onward through the small intestine, which is lined with villi, tiny hairlike structures. Molecules can pass through these tiny projections and are then absorbed by the underlying network of blood and lymph vessels. Finally, material that cannot be absorbed from the small intestine passes into the colon. Here, fluid is extracted and returned to the circulation and the remaining fecal material is passed in a bowel movement. The total time required to fully digest a meal varies, but on average, it takes 24 to 36 hours.

Continue reading on Human Body Part 3

Human Body Part 1

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 01:00:00 +0000

OVERVIEW OF THE HUMAN BODY

Philosophers and scientists alike have observed that human beings and other forms of animal life are made up of the same elements found in ordinary soil and water. But when these 20 or so basic elements combine in thousands of different ways to form a human body, the result is one of the most complex organisms on the planet and a never-ending source of both wonderment and mystery.

About 75 to 80 percent of an adult’s body consists of slightly salty water; the rest is made up of chemical compounds, many of them unique to human beings. These various compounds are arranged to form hundreds of different kinds of cell, the body’s smallest, most basic units.

All human life begins with the fusing of two cells and the subsequent division and multiplication of cells to form a complete body follows the same general blueprint even though no two people are exactly alike. The average body contains 80 to 100 trillion cells, each programmed to grow, carry out a specific function and even replicate itself. But with the exception of blood cells, none function independently; instead, similar cells join together to from specific types of tissue – muscle, nerve, bone and so forth. Each body organ is made up of a collection of related tissues. Finally, organs are organized into the different body systems illustrated above and on the below article.

BONES AND JOINTS

The human skeleton is an engineering marvel with numerous functions. Not only does it give the body its needed support and a protective framework for vital internal organs, but it also serves as a storehouse for calcium and other essential minerals and is critical in making new blood cells. Although we tend to regard bones as being inert, in reality they are in a constant state of flux and also change dramatically over a lifetime. At birth, a baby has about 350 bones, a number of which are soft and pliable. As the child grows, the bones harden and many, such as those in the skull, fuse together.

The typical adult skeleton has 206 bones and weighs only about 20 pounds. Ounce for ounce, however, compact bone tissue is one of nature’s strongest materials. A cubic inch of bone can bear 19,000 pounds, making it four times stronger than reinforced concrete. Bones derive their incredible strength from their honeycombed structure and composition of calcium, phosphorus and other mineral salts held together by collagen fibers. Nerves and blood vessels permeate the honeycombed structure and calcium and other minerals constantly move in and out of bone tissue. New blood cells are continually being made in the marrow, the spongy interior.

Cartilage, a tough, slippery material, covers the ends of bones, cushioning the joints and reducing friction. Ligaments act as bindings to keep bones in place and tendons attach muscles to the bones. To permit movement, bones act as levers, the joints are fulcrums and muscles contract to provide the necessary force (see below article)

Age takes its toll on bones and joints. The knees and hips are especially vulnerable to degenerative arthritis. And with advancing age, bones begin to lose some of their calcium, making them porous and weak, a condition called osteoporosis.

MUSCLES AND SKIN

The body contains three types of muscles: cardiac, found only in the heart; involuntary smooth muscles, which are part of various organs; and the skeletal muscles, which are attached to bones and make voluntary movement possible.

Skeletal muscles – the body’s most abundant tissue – are made up of bundles of long fibers bound together by connective tissue. Each fiber is surrounded by tiny capillaries, which deliver a steady supply of oxygen needed for the muscles to function. The fibers in the particular muscle remain constant in number throughout life, but they enlarge when exercised frequently and shrink, or atrophy with disuse and age.

Every set of muscles is served by one or more nerves. Movement occurs when nerve signals set off specific chemical reactions that cause certain muscles to contract. Most muscle disorders are actually due to nerve problems. The muscle weakness of multiple sclerosis is one example.

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SIGNS & SYMPTOMS

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 11:00:00 +0000

Vaginal discharge

In medical terms, a sign is any visible indication of disease – bleeding, a rash or swelling, for example. A symptom is something you can feel, such as pain, fever or nausea and it may or may not be accompanied by a physical change. Below are common signs and symptoms and their possible causes.

PART 4

COMMON SIGNS & SYMPTOMS AND THE POSSIBLE CAUSES

Swallowing problems

~ Anxiety, diphtheria, an esophageal disorder, pharyngitis, strep throat, throat cancer, tonsillitis, quinsy

Sweating

~ Anxiety, drug reaction, fever, heart attack, infection, menopause, stress, thyroid disorder

Sweling and lumps

Abdominal

~ Cancer, heart failure, hernias, internal bleeding, intestinal gas, kidney failure, liver disease, pregnancy, uterine tumor

Breast

~ Cancer, fibrocystic condition, mastitis

Generalized

~ Anaphylactic reaction, drug reaction, heart failure, kidney disease, philebitis, a liver disorder, thyroid disease

Joints

~ Arthritis, sprains

Skin or body surface

~ Abscess, cysts or other benign growths, cancer, edema, enlarged or obstructed lymph glands, ganglion, hives, infection, moles, warts

Taste changes

~ Bell’s palsy, cancer, drug reaction, gum or dental disease, liver disease, loss of smell, pregnancy, a salivary disorder

Thirst

~ Diabetes, fever, heat exhaustion

Tinnitus

(ringing in the ears)

~ Brain injury or tumor, cold or flu, drug side effects, ear infection, exposure to loud noise, Meniere’s disease, earwax buildup, otosclerosis, vertigo

Tremor

~ Alcoholism, anxiety, Parkinson’s disease, a thyroid disorder

Urinary problems

Discolored urine

~ Bladder or kidney infection, kidney stones, liver or gallbladder disease, urinary tract cancer

Incontinence

~ Aging, Alzheimer’s disease, a bladder disorder, nerve deterioration, spinal injury, stroke

Urgency

~ Bladder infection, bladder tumor, diabetes interstitial cystitis, drug reaction, pregnancy

Paintful urination

~ Bladder infection, gonorrhoea or other sexually transmitted disease, kidney infection, kidney or bladder stones, prostatitis, urethritis, vaginitis

Vaginal discharge

~ Cancer, cervicitis, gonorrhoea, vaginitis, pregnancy, premenstrual syndrome

Vision problems

~ Cataracts, detached retina, glaucoma, iritis, macular degeneration, mini-stroke, retinopathy

Weakness

~ Anemia, cancer, Guillain-Barre syndrome, heart disease, infection, liver disease, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, myasthenia gravis, rheumatoid arthiritis

Weight changes

Unexplained gain

~ Heart failure, kidney disease, liver disease, medications, toxemia of pregnancy, underactive thyroid

Unexplained loss

~ AIDS, anemia, cancer, diabetes, an eating disorder, infection, an intestinal disorder, malabsorption syndrome, ulcers

Wheezing

~ Allergies, asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, heart failure, lung disorders

End of Part 4/4

SIGNS & SYMPTOMS

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 02:34:00 +0000

PART 3

COMMON SIGNS & SYMPTOMS AND THE POSSIBLE CAUSES

Nightmares

~ Alcohol or drug abuse, anxiety, depression, fever, post-traumatic stress syndrome

Numbness or tingling

~ Bell’s palsy, carpal tunnel syndrome, a circulatory disorder, neuropathy, Raynaud’s disease, shingles

Pain:

Abdomen

~ Appendicitis, a digestive disorder, gallstones, hepatitis, intestinal disorders, menstrual cramps, pelvic inflammatory disease, tubal pregnancy

Back

~ Arthritis, muscle spasms or stains, osteoporosis, ruptured disk

Chest

~ Angina, an esophageal disorder, heart attack, heartburn, pleurisy, pneumonia, pneumothorax

Ear

~ Infection, foreign body

Eye

~ Conjunctivitis, glaucoma, foreign body, iritis, sinus infection, injury, sty, tumors

Face

~ Bell’s palsy, dental disease, headache, shingles, sinus infection, temporomandibular joint disorder

Foot

~ Arthritis, bunions, corns or calluses, gout, neuromas, warts

Generalized aches

~ Flu, lupus, mononucleosis, rheumatoid arthritis, shingles

Head

~ Brain tumor, migraine or other type of headache, muscle tension, sinusitis, stroke

Knee

~ Arthritis, chondromalacia patella, infection, Lyme disease, stain or other injury

Leg

~ A circulatory disorder, fracture, muscle injury, phlebitis, shin splints

Mouth

~ Canker sores, cold sores, dental cavities, gum disease, infection

Neck

~ Arthritis, meningitis, muscle injury, slipped disk, stress

Joint/muscle

~ Arthritis, lupus, strain or sprain, tendinitis

Throat

~ Cold, flu, laryngitis, strep infection, tonsillitis, quinsy

Paintfull intercourse

In Males

~ Penile warts, prostatic or urethral infection

In Females

~ Menopausal dryness, vaginitis, premenstrual syndrome

Palpitations

~ Anemia, anxiety, caffeine, heart disease, hypoglycaemia, menopause, medications, premenstrual syndrome, a thyroid disorder

Rashes

~ Allergies, drug reactions, eczema, an infectious disease, lupus, rosacea, toxic shock syndrome

Runny nose

~ Allergies, common cold, sinus infection

Seizures

~ Brain tumor, drug side effect, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, fever, head injury, hypoglycaemia, toxemia of pregnancy, meningitis, poisoning

Speech problems

~ Alcohol abuse, Alzheimer’s disease, Bell’s palsy, multiple sclerosis stroke, Parkinson’s disease

PART 4 will be posted soon.

SIGNS & SYMPTOMS

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 02:06:00 +0000

PART 2

COMMON SIGNS & SYMPTOMS AND THE POSSIBLE CAUSES

Fatigue

~ Anemia, cancer, chronic fatigue syndrome, depression, flu or other infectious disorder, heart disease, hepatitis, mononucleosis, premenstrual syndrome, respiratory disorders

Fever

~ Abscess, AIDS, appendicitis, cancer, infection (bacterial or viral), medication side effects, rheumatoid arthritis or other autoimmune diseases

Fainting

~ Anxiety, blood loss, cardiac arrhythmias, heart attack or other heart condition, hyperventilation, hypoglycaemia, stroke

Gait changes

~ Arthritis, a back disorder, multiple sclerosis or other neuromuscular disorder, Parkinson’s disease, stroke

Hallucinations

~ Alcoholism, drug reaction, fever, schizophrenia or other psychotic disorder

Hirsutism

~ Cancer, Cushing’s syndrome, drug side effects, hormonal imbalances, polycystic ovaries or other ovarian disorder

Hoarseness

~ Anxiety, asthma, bronchitis, cancer, common cold, croup, polyps, smoking, thyroid deficiency

Impotence

~ Alcoholism, depression, diabetes, drug reaction, multiple sclerosis, hormonal abnormalities, a nerve disorder, surgery for prostate tumors or disease, a thyroid disorder

Imsomnia

~ Alcohol and caffeine use, anxiety or depression, drug side effects, a thyroid disorder

Intestinal gas

~ Colic, colon cancer or other bowel disorder, diet indigestion, a malabsorption syndrome

Itching

~ Allergies, chickenpox or other rash, dry skin, eczema, fungal or other infection, liver disease, stress, vaginitis

Jaundice

~ Anemia, blocked bile duct, cirrhosis, hepatitis or other liver disorder, gallbladder disease, a pancreatic disorder, infant prematurity

Loss of appetite

~ AIDS, anemia, cancer, depression, a digestive disorder, drug reaction, an eating disorder, infection, loss of taste

Mood changes

~ Alcohol or drug abuse, depression or other psychological disorder, drug reaction, a hormonal disorder, menopause, premenstrual syndrome, psychological stress

Nausea and vomiting

~ Alcohol abuse, appendicitis, brain injury, drug reaction, ear infection, gallbladder disease, food poisoning, gastritis, glaucoma, heart attack, hepatitis, indigestion, infection, intestinal obstruction, Meniere’s disease, morning sickness, motion sickness, ulcers, vertigo

PART 3 will be posted soon.

SIGNS & SYMPTOMS

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 23 Oct 2011 14:56:00 +0000

PART 1

COMMON SIGNS & SYMPTOMS AND THE POSSIBLE CAUSES

Anxiety

~ Alcoholism, panic attack, premenstrual syndrome, stress, a thyroid disorder

Belching

~ Gallbladder disease, indigestion, a malabsorption syndrome

Bleeding and bruises

Gums

~ Periodontal disease, leukemia, vitamin deficiency

Eye

~ Diabetes, high blood pressure, injury

Nose

~ A clotting disorder, high blood pressure, injury, nasal polyps or tumors

Rectal

~ Anal fissure, colon cancer or polyps, diverticulitis or other intestinal disorder, haemorrhoids, ulsers

Skin

~ Allergic reaction, anemia, a blood or clotting disorder, cushing’s syndrome, drug reaction, hemophilia, injury, leukemia

Sputum

~ Bronchitis, lung cancer, pneumonia, pulmonary embolism, throat infection, tuberculosis

Urine

~ Bladder infection, urinary tract cancer, kidney stone, prostate disorder

Vagina

~ Abortion or miscarriage, cancer, a hormonal disorder, infection, menstrual abnormalities, injury, polyps

Vomit

~ Cirrhosis of the liver, esophageal tear, ulcers

Breathlessness

~ Anemia, anxiety, asthma, heart disease, hyperventilation, a lung disorder

Confusion

~ Addiction, alcoholism, alzheimer’s diease or other dementia, drug reaction, head injury, stroke

Constipation

~ Appendicitis, colon cancer or other bowel disorder, diabetes, diet, drug side effects, inactivity, pregnancy, a thyroid disorder

Coughing

~ Asthma, bronchitis, common cold, croup, cystic fibrosis, flu, pneumonia

Cyanosis (bluish skin)

~ A circulatory disorder, congenital heart defect, cystic fibrosis, heart failure, respiratory failure, Raynaud’s disease

Delirium

~ Alcohol or drug abuse, brain tumor or abscess, encephalitis, head injury, heatstroke, meningitis, mountain sickness, poisoning, psychosis, Reye’s syndrome

Diarrhea

~ AIDS, allegies, celiac disease, food poisoning, inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome or other colon disorder, infection, malabsorption syndrome, traveler’s diarrhea

Dizziness

~ Alcohol or drug abuse, anemia, a brain disorder, cardiac arrhythmia, drug reaction, ear infection, Meniere’s disease, stroke or mini-stroke, tumor

PART 2 will be posted soon..

KIDNEY CANCER

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 01:35:00 +0000

potentially curative treatment of renal cell carcinoma

KIDNEY CANCER.

The presence of kidney cancer is rarely discovered. When you have reached a serious stage that was in stage four then it is successful in effect. This situation may be due to kidney cancer are not 'stand out' as breast cancer is often a crowd to cause any individual who is not so ignore the disease.

Consultant Clinical Oncologist Wijaya International Medical Centre, Datuk Dr Mohd Ibrahim A Wahid said, although the cancer does not appear grander in the eyes of the public, but it still needs to take note. Serious stages of kidney cancer known as renal cell carcinoma (RCC).

EARLY SIGNS OF EXPERIENCE RCC
* Urinary bleeding (hematuria)
* Pain in the ribs
* Back pain
* There is a lump on the rib cage and abdomen
* Loss of appetite
* Weight loss
* Fever
* Excessive fatigue
* Increased blood pressure

However, in Malaysia is still low rate of people with RCC. 85 percent of reported cases are mostly found in men aged 60 to 70 years.

An estimated 100,000 patients died of RCC diagnosed worldwide each year. Surgery is the most common treatment. Typically, the surgeon will remove the entire kidney along with the adrenal gland and kidney tissue in sekeling. It aims to prevent the cancer returned to attack but he can not guarantee the effectiveness of the process because 33 percent of patients will suffer from the cancer returned.

Surgery is only performed on stage kidney cancer patients one to three only. For the suffering RCC, it needed another form of treatment because the cancer cells have spread to other organs. What is needed is a way to curb the spread of cancer cells and slow the growth of cancer cells from spreading.

The Chinese community is suffering more. Is not clear exactly causes it happened. Those who have unhealthy lifestyles, obesity, high blood pressure and smoking are the most vulnerable groups for RCC.

But now there is a new form of treatment for patients with RCC using a Torisel (temsirolimus), but it has side effects such as rashes, fatigue, sore mouth, nausea, swelling of body, poor appetite, increased pressure of sugar and high cholesterol.

FACTS ABOUT KIDNEY CANCER

* Kidney (renal) are two organs which have a reddish brown beans are located above the waist, one on each side of the spine.

* The main function of the kidneys is to filter blood and produce urine to cleanse the body of wastes.

* Cancer cells that are abnormally produced in the body of a person and a group of cancerous cells called tumors. If not treated it can grow and spread to other parts of the body.

* Until 2005, the selection of treatment for RCC is very limited and only involves surgery for early stage cancer of one to three.

* An estimated two percent to three percent of reported cancer involving the RCC.

* Women who received radiation therapy for uterine examination may have a slightly increased risk of kidney cancer.

* Patients who are undergoing kidney dialysis and those with a family history of RCC in a higher risk of suffering from RCC.

* Von Hippel-Lindau disease (VHL) disease, the individual who has inherited a much higher risk of RCC, and tumors in other organs.

* The use of Torisel (Temsirolimus) is a treatment once a week to enable a drug used to enter the bloodstream directly.

renal-cell-carcinoma known as renal cell cancer


Papillary Renal (kidney) Carcinoma (cancer)

BREAST CANCER

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 10:11:00 +0000

Breast cancer (malignant breast neoplasm) is cancer originating from breast tissue, most commonly from the inner lining of milk ducts or the lobules that supply the ducts with milk. Cancers originating from ducts are known as ductal carcinomas; those originating from lobules are known as lobular carcinomas.

Prognosis and survival rate varies greatly depending on cancer type and staging. Computerized models are available to predict survival. With best treatment and dependent on staging, 10-year disease-free survival varies from 98% to 10%. Treatment includes surgery, drugs (hormonal therapy and chemotherapy), and radiation.

Worldwide, breast cancer comprises 10.4% of all cancer incidence among women, making it the most common type of non-skin cancer in women and the fifth most common cause of cancer death. In 2004, breast cancer caused 519,000 deaths worldwide (7% of cancer deaths; almost 1% of all deaths). Breast cancer is about 100 times more common in women than in men, although males tend to have poorer outcomes due to delays in diagnosis.

Some breast cancers are sensitive to hormones such as estrogen and/or progesterone which makes it possible to treat them by blocking the effects of these hormones in the target tissues. These have better prognosis and require less aggressive treatment than hormone negative cancers.

Breast cancers without hormone receptors, or which have spread to the lymph nodes in the armpits, or which express certain genetic characteristics, are higher-risk, and are treated more aggressively. One standard regimen, popular in the U.S., is cyclophosphamide plus doxorubicin (Adriamycin), known as CA; these drugs damage DNA in the cancer, but also in fast-growing normal cells where they cause serious side effects. Sometimes a taxane drug, such as docetaxel, is added, and the regime is then known as CAT; taxane attacks the microtubules in cancer cells. An equivalent treatment, popular in Europe, is cyclophosphamide, methotrexate, and fluorouracil (CMF). Monoclonal antibodies, such as trastuzumab (Herceptin), are used for cancer cells that have HER2/neu overexpressed. Radiation is usually added to the surgical bed to control cancer cells that were missed by the surgery, which usually extends survival, although radiation exposure to the heart may cause damage and heart failure in the following years.

For more information you can check at the follow url http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Breast_cancer

Fungal Skin Infections

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 09:47:00 +0000

Fungal skin infections can be unpleasant, but with the right treatment they usually clear up fairly easily. Sadly, some of us are prone to get them again and again, without really knowing why.

Doctors say that some people are just more likely to get fungal skin infections, like some people are more likely to pick up a nasty cold, or be susceptible to allergies. In fact, the tendency for adults to get recurring fungal skin infections on the feet and toenails is actually genetically programmed. That's because the skin cannot get rid of it easily because it doesn't recognise the invading fungus as something foreign.

The good news is that there are things you can do to prevent a recurrence of fungal skin infections, and help keep those incidents at bay. While there is no guarantee that you'll never get a fungal skin infection again, you can reduce the likelihood of this happening by taking the right precautions...

Types of Fungal Skin Infections:

Affecting the skin, hair and nails, fungal skin infections will result in scaly patches of skin or flaky, yellowed nails. They are caused by fungi that are attracted to moist warm environments, and often are confused with other skin conditions such as eczema and dermatitis.

There are several types of fungal skin conditions, know medically as "tinea". Some types of tineas run in families. Here are the most common types:

Tinea Paedia (athlete's foot): Affecting only humans, this infection rarely is seen amongst children. It occurs as the foot is a warm, often sweaty area in which fungus love to thrive. Wearing sweaty socks and plastic shoes that do not allow your feet to breathe will contribute to this condition.
Tinea Unguiuim (nail fungus): Hard to get rid of, this usually affects the toenails and is common amongst people who also have athlete's foot. The nail eventually will turn yellow and break off. Rarely are fingernails affected.
Tinea Cruis (jock itch): More common in men than women, this gets its name from athletes who often have sweaty groin areas, where fungi are likely to congregate. More common among men who also have athlete's foot, it produces a red border in the groin area that is itchy and unpleasant.
Tinea Corporis (ringworm): Not really a worm at all, this infection can be anywhere on the skin, forming a ring. It can be spread through human-to-human contact and you can also catch it from an infected dog or cat.
Tinea Capitis (scalp ringworm): This can result in patches of hair loss which will eventually grow back, although with a kerion, or inflammatory scalp tinea, you may need special medications to prevent permanent hair loss.

Preventing Recurrence of Infections

As mentioned, fungi thrive in hot, moist environments, which is another reason they spread so quickly and easily from one person to another. Sharing combs, towels and flip flops is one way to spread a fungal infection.

Luckily, there are ways to get rid of fungal skin infections fairly easily, usually by using a special anti-fungal shampoo or cream, or taking a medication designed to eradicate the problem.

You can help stop the little critters from coming back by:

Having proper foot hygiene, including washing your feet daily and making sure they are completely dry before putting on footwear of any kind.
Wearing only breathable shoes (not plastic) and 100 per cent cotton socks.
Wearing flip flops (or the equivalent) in public places such as locker rooms and public showers, where the environment is moist and humid.
Wearing only loose-fitting cotton underpants if you are prone to jock itch or yeast infections of any kind.
Not lounging around in wet swimming costumes.
Washing all bed linen regularly to get rid of any fungal spores, and washing all linen and any clothes that have touched the head in a hot wash if anyone in your family has scalp ringworm.

Fungal skin infections are not the end of the world but they can make life miserable for a time. Know what they are and take steps to prevent those little fungi from flourishing.

For more info, please visit http://www.skinhelp.co.uk/hard-skin.html

ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 20 Aug 2011 04:57:00 +0000

F.M. Alexander (right) giving John Dewey an Alexander Technique

The Alexander technique is a training process in which a person learns to identify and change faulty posture and movements. The goal is to free the body of muscular tensions that cause stress and fatigue by eliminating common postural problems resulting from such habits as slouching, holding the head in an awkward position when talking on the telephone or carrying a heavy bag on one shoulder.

A number of poor posture patterns are the result of well-intentioned reminders by parents or teachers to stand or sit up straight. Many people respond by holding their spinal muscles in a constant state of tension instead of aiming for a relaxed balance of head, neck and torso. Tight or restrictive clothing and high heeled shoes are other common culprits that contribute to incorrect posture and muscle tension.

Origins

The technique was developed in the late 19^th century by an Australian actor, F. Mathias Alexander, during a period in his career when he was losing his voice. While examining his movements in a triple mirror, he realized that the tense and artificial postures he habitually assumed with his head, neck and torso during performances were affecting his vocal chords. By changing his self-defeating habits, he was able to ‘liberate’ his voice.

Encouraged by his success, he began to teach others some of his methods and in 1908, he published on of his earliest pamphlets: ‘Re-education of the Kinesthetic System (Sensory Appreciation of Muscular Movement) Concerned with the Development of Robust Physical Well-Being.’ In the decades that followed, he attracted many distinguished followers, among them philosopher John Dewey, authors George Bernard Shaw and Aldous Huxley, as well as a number of physicians and scientists. By the time he died in 1955, his technique was being taught worldwide.

Practitioners

Instructors are trained and certified at centers affiliated with the North American Society Of Teachers of the Alexander Technique. They may give private lessons and also conduct group classes and workshops.

Some doctors and physical therapists use the method and many hospitals, rehabilitation centers and pain clinics now offer instruction to their clients. So do performing arts institutions, including the Juilliard School in New York and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts.

When it is used

The technique is most frequently recommended as a way of dealing with back and neck pain. It is also used to counteract some of the effects of scoliosis (curvature of the spine) and arthritis, to improve respiratory function and as an adjunct to breathing exercises for asthma patients.

Some performing artists claim that it has helped them to overcome stage fright; many athletes have found that it not only enhances their skills but also helps reduce the likelihood of sports injuries. A growing number of people who work at computers are investigating the Alexander technique as a way of avoiding stress injuries from repetitive movements, which have become a disabling occupational hazard.

How it works

The Alexander technique is based on the assumption that the body can move freely and naturally only when the head, neck and torso are properly aligned. This requires awareness of faulty muscular movements and correction of them.

What to expect

Teaching sessions usually last from 30 to 45 minutes. Their number is determined by the severity of the problem and how quickly the person learns to correct it. Typically, 10 to 15 classes are sufficient to address most problems.

Alexander technique is extraordinarily helpful

During one of the first lessons, the student may be told to lie on a padded table while the instructor discusses ways in which the body parts relate to each other. The goal is to help the person achieve a natural rest position that can be practiced at home. Then the student’s body is observed as she/he goes about ordinary tasks – rising from a chair, speaking on the telephone, carrying a pile of books, lifting a heavy carton from the floor. During each of these exercises, the instructor uses a hands-on approach to explore the neck and shoulders of the student for signs of muscle tension. At the same time, the instructor points out faulty movements so that they can be corrected. Critical assessment of posture and movement is often made in front of a mirror so that the client can see the difference between bad habits and better ones.

Precautions

> Ascertain that a teacher of the Alexander technique has the proper training and certification.

> Find out about payment arrangements before committing yourself to a series of lessons.

10 TIPS TO HELP YOU FALL ASLEEP

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:35:00 +0000

Sleeping disorder

Insomnia is a symptom and it is not a medical problem. It’s a sign that something isn’t working right for you. I suggest to you trying the following tips:

1. Sleep in a comfortable bed. A firm mattress and pillow are best.

2. Make sure your bedroom is conducive to sleep. Most people sleep best in a room that's a bit cooler than normally desired when awake.

3. Take a bath. Think bubbles and candlelight.

4. Drink a glass of warm milk or a cup of herb tea. Milk is rich in calcium and l-tryptophan, which help your body prepare for sleep.

5. Do a relaxation exercise. Breathe deeply, listen to soothing music, or let your mind wander.

6. Do some light reading. Choose a book you can easily pick up and put down.

7. Say good night to your worries and shut the bedroom door on them. Literally. Or write them down and close the book on them; whatever it takes.

8. Make sure your last hour before bed is as peaceful as possible. Skip scary movies and save intense conversations for a better time.

9. Allow yourself to sleep -- or stay awake, if your body so chooses. In other words, don't try to force or control anything. You can't force sleep.

10. Get up after 30 minutes or so and do something you like or need to do. If you can't sleep, you may as well be productive.

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ANOREXIA NERVOSA, BULIMIA

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:29:00 +0000

EATING DISORDERS

Two of the most serious eating disorders are anorexia nervosa, a complex disease characterised by a distorted body image and self-starvation and bulimia, which involves eating huge quantities of food followed by purging, usually through self-induced vomiting and/or laxative abuse. More than 90% of those with either of these conditions are adolescent girls or young women; boys are affected only occasionally. Some persons have features of both disorders.

Anorexia Nervosa typically begins during early adolescence when a young girl becomes convinced that her maturing body is fat. Anorectics tend to be high achievers and are often described as obedient, ideal daughters. Some psychiatrists theorise that their eating behaviour represent one aspect of life they feel they can control.

A person with anorexia chronically under eats, becoming thinner and thinner, and in extreme cases literally starving to death, while remaining firmly convinced that she is over weight. Many anorectics expend a great deal of time and energy in preparing food, which they serve to others while eating only tiny amounts themselves. In addition, some of them have ritualistic eating habits, such as cutting food up into tiny pieces or arranging it very precisely on the plate.

The bulimic goes on periodic food binges, gorging on the large quantity of food in a short period of time. These binges are followed by purges, in which the individual forces vomiting and/or uses drugs to stimulate vomiting and bowel movements. Some bulimic also abuse diuretics, drugs that increase excretion of body fluids; others abuse amphetamines to prevent weight gain.

Bulimic and anorectics are secretive about their eating habits and typically deny that they have a problem. They tend to be obsessive about exercising. Many have low self-esteem, and some bulimic also exhibit other addictive behaviour, such as alcohol abuse and compulsive shoplifting.

What causes these eating disorders is unknown, but some experts blame problematic family relationships. However, research suggests that eating disorders stem in part from brain chemical and hormonal imbalances.

Aneroxia and bulimia are potentially fatal diseases. Anorectics can literally starve themselves to death, while bulimics have a high suicide rate. Metabolic and other changes brought about by their erratic eating behaviour increases their risk of heart diseases.

DIAGNOSTIC STUDIES AND PROCEDURES

Even if an eating disorder is suspected, the first step is a complete physical examination to rule out other illnesses, such as cancer or a chronic infection, particularly if extreme weight loss has occurred. While conducting the examination, the doctor will look for signs of anorexia and bulimia.

Indicators of anorexia include dry skin, thinning and brittle hair, low blood pressure and a slow heart rate – all signs that the body is responding to starvation by shutting of or slowing down function that are not vital to sustaining life. Some anorectics complain of constipation and intolerance to cold and may even develop a soft body hair called lanugo as a response to the lower body temperature that occurs when body fat is lost. Another major symptoms of anorexia is the absence of menstruation, due to the loss of body fat and the resulting hormonal changes. Mild anemia, lightheadedness and sleep problems also suggests anorexia.

In diagnosing bulimia, the physical examination and medical history are also highly important. The doctor will look for damage to the teeth and gums caused by repeated exposure to the stomach acids in vomit. The esophagus maybe inflamed due to vomiting and glands near the cheeks might also be swollen. One or more fingers could be scarred as a results of pushing them down the throat to induce vomiting. And menstrual periods are likely to be irregular. The doctor will ask about dieting and exercise habits, as bulimics frequently diet and exercise incessantly without losing weight and generally regain weight if they do loose it.

MEDICAL TREATMENTS.

Treatment of an eating disorder requires both psychological and medical care. Some form of psychotherapy is necessary, as well as medications if the person is severely depressed.

Anorectics often require hospitalisation to treat malnutrition and other medical complications of starvation. Even then, calorie intake must be monitored closely to be sure the patient is eating, rather than hiding or disposing of food. (Anorectics have many strategies for misleading others into thinking they have eaten when they have not).

Intravenous, or tube, feeding, bed rest and intensive nursing care will probably be needed in order to restore the lost weight. At the same time, behavioural therapy is almost always called for to help change compulsive eating habits and obsessions concerning staying thin.

In many cases, psychological counselling is also recommended for the parents and other family members. Often, the mother also has a history of an eating disorder. She maybe overweight or put undue emphasis on being thin. Some psychiatrists theorise that an anorectic daughter maybe fulfilling her parents unconscious desire that she remain a child.

Hospitalisation for bulimics is rare, except for some patients who are very depressed. Group therapy works well for many bulimics, who tend to be ashamed of their binging and so feel relieved to find they are not alone in this behaviour. Once they are able to discuss the problem in a therapeutic setting, treatment is more likely to work for them. An anti depressant drug maybe prescribed in conjunction with dietary and behavioural therapy. Such drugs help control mood by increasing levels of serotonin (a brain chemical with a calming effect) in the circulation.

ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES

Biofeedback and Visualisation. These two techniques can be combined to reduce stress and help the person to create new thought patterns to control compulsive eating habits. During biofeedback training, she becomes aware of the body’s responses to compulsive behaviour, which enables her to control them. Visualisation involves “seeing” a desired response. The bulimic, for example, might learn to see herself eating a normal amount of food and than leaving the table feeling satisfied rather than guilty for over eating.

Hypnosis. Combined with other psychotherapeutic approaches, hypnosis and self- hypnosis can help the bulimic to control the impulse to binge and purge, and the anorectic to overcome the perception of being too fat.

Meditation. Yoga and other forms of meditation can help a person with and eating disorder to control stress, which is essential if treatment is to succeed.

Nutrition Theraphy. This is the key to overcoming any eating disorder. A nutrition counsellor can provide an understanding of the body’s needs for well balanced meals and point out the health hazards of overly restrictive diets. The binge eater and the anorectic both need to learn how to plan menus and set reasonable goals for eating and weight control. The anorectic must also learn to accept more normal concepts of what constitutes ideal weight, overweight and underweight, and to understand what the consequences of extreme thinness can be. Frequent sessions with a nutritionist maybe necessary over a period of time, so that eating habits and weight can be monitored.

SELF TREATMENT

Because people with eating disorders typically deny their problems, ignoring symptoms and constructing elaborate strategies for deceiving others about their eating habits, self-treatment is usually not effective unless supported by some form of therapy. In general, people with eating disorder are unlikely to seek treatment on their own. Yet the earlier treatment begins, the more likely it is to be successful.

During psychotherapy, anorectics and bulimics gradually learn to stop denying that they have a problem and to set goals for maintaining normal eating habits. Family members may need counselling to understand how they can be helpful and how to avoid being misled or making the problem worse.

OTHER CAUSES OF WEIGHT LOSS

Many serious illnesses can cause weight loss and an emaciated appearance; these include cancer, heart disease, thyroid disorders and AIDS.

QUESTION TO ASK YOUR DOCTOR

> Is there anything I can do to help a person with an eating disorder who refuses to see a doctor?

> The more I try to persuade my child to eat normally, the less food she seems to consume. What am I doing wrong?

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BED SORE

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 02:43:00 +0000

Bed sore

What is a bed sore and how is it contracted?

A bed sore, also called a pressure sore, decubitus ulcer or skin ulcer, is a pressure induced ulceration suffered by persons who are confined to their bed for long periods of time. When an illness forces a person to be bed ridden for days, weeks and sometimes even months, the skin becomes very fragile and thin, especially in older people. When the skin becomes so paper thin and fragile, the entire area where the person touches the sheets of the bed, from the weight of the body itself, can cause the skin to rupture and cause an open bed sore.

How can a bed sore be prevented?

When a person is confined to their bed for a longer period of time , they need careful attention and care either by family members who have been instructed by a nurse or doctor on how to take care of the patient's needs. The caretaker needs to carefully obverse and be aware of the potential forming of bed sores and take immediate action, if they do occur. It is crucial to keep turning the patient every couple of hours, to help prevent pressure sores from occurring.

1. Turn and reposition the bedridden person at least once every two hours. Prolonged pressure to the skin causes bedsores. Place a pillow between his knees when his legs are pressed together.

2. Inspect the parts of the body where bedsores are most apt to occur: the heels, sacrum, knees, ears, shoulders and hips. Any sign of redness should be cause for concern. Keep weight off of any reddened spots, until all signs of redness are gone.

3. Keep the head of the person's bed flat, as much as possible. Raising the head causes the body to slump down deeper into the bed, which increases shearing force on the skin.

4. Use pressure-reducing aids in a bed or wheelchair. Mattresses and seat cushions containing sheepskin, foam, gel or air reduce pressure on the skin.

5. Clean skin as soon as it becomes moist from perspiration, excrement or wound drainage. Dampness that is allowed to linger on the skin increases the chance of breakdown.

6. Change sheets frequently. Choose sheets that are wrinkle-free and softened.

7. Massage the skin two to three times a day to increase circulation. Apply lotion liberally (Dermawound from Progressive Doctors Used in Wound Treatment Facilities Around the World | 6 oz). Avoid massaging bony prominences.

8. Maintain adequate hydration. For optimal skin health, the body needs at least eight glasses of water a day.

How to manage Bedsores

1. Clean the bedsores and the skin with antibacterial cleanser. This is imperative to preventing serious infections from developing in the open wound.

2. Give the patient the required vitamins and minerals, which improve hydration and energy levels. Malnutrition contributes to the body not being able to fight against bedsores.

3. Inspect the skin and existing lesions to be sure there are no new bedsores, and that the existing sores are not deteriorating further.

4. Use padded materials such as foam, fiber or gels to relieve the pressure on the areas where bedsores are most probable or need to heal.

Tips

1. For a person on prolonged bed rest, consider renting a special rotation-type bed, such as the Roto Rest bed. This bed automatically turns and repositions the occupant, and it is loaded with pressure-reducing devices.

2. Keep a written turn schedule at the bedside. Every two hours, when you turn your patient, mark down whether you left him positioned on his back, right side or left side.

3. Stage-one bedsores can often heal themselves without intervention so long as the pressure is relieved from the area regularly. Once bedsores blister and open, seek proper medical attention to develop the proper course of treatment.

Warnings

1. Any sign of redness should be considered a potential bedsore.

2. Don't massage reddened areas. This encourages further breakdown.

3. Never use a doughnut-cushion under the buttocks, because it decreases blood flow where the cushion sets against the skin.

4. This information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment.

BRAIN CANCER

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 19:24:00 +0000

Brain cancer symptoms: Do I have a brain cancer?

Brain cancer symptoms vary from patient to patient, and most of these symptoms can also be found in people who do NOT have brain cancers. Therefore, the only sure way to tell if you have a brain cancer or not is to see your doctor and get a brain scan. We did a survey of over 400 brain cancer patients to learn what symptoms they had that caused them to seek medical care.

The symptoms

Headaches

Headaches: This was the most common symptom, with 46% of the patients reporting having headaches. They described the headaches in many different ways, with no one pattern being a sure sign of brain cancer. Many - perhaps most - people get headaches at some point in their life, so this is not a definite sign of brain cancers. You should mention it to your doctors if the headaches are: different from those you ever had before, are accompanied by nausea / vomiting, are made worse by bending over or straining when going to the bathroom.

Seizures

Seizures: This was the second most common symptom reported, with 33% of the patients reporting a seizure before the diagnosis was made. Seizures can also be caused by other things, like epilepsy, high fevers, stroke, trauma, and other disorders. This is a symptom that should never be ignored, whatever the cause. In a person who never had a seizure before, it usually indicates something serious and you must get a brain scan.

A seizure is a sudden, involuntary change in behavior, muscle control, consciousness, and/or sensation. Symptoms of a seizure can range from sudden, violent shaking and total loss of consciousness to muscle twitching or slight shaking of a limb. Staring into space, altered vision, and difficulty in speaking are some of the other behaviors that a person may exhibit while having a seizure. Approximately 10% of the U.S. population will experience a single seizure in their lifetime.

Nausea and Vomiting: As with headaches, these are non-specific symptoms - which means that most people who have nausea and vomiting do NOT have a brain cancer. Twenty-two percent of the people in our survey reported that they had nausea and /or vomiting as a symptom.

Nausea and / or vomiting is more likely to point towards a brain cancer if it is accompanied by the other symptoms mentioned here.

Vision or hearing problems: Twenty-five percent reported vision problems. This one is easy - if you notice any problem with your hearing or vision, it must be checked out. I commonly hear that the eye doctor is the first one to make the diagnosis - because when they look in your eyes, they can sometimes see signs of increased intracranial pressure. This must be investigated.

Problems with weakness of the arms, legs or face muscles, and strange sensations in your head or hands. Twenty-five percent reported weakness of the arms and/or legs. Sixteen percent reported strange feelings in the head, and 9% reported strange feelings in the hands. This may result in an altered gait, dropping objects, falling, or an asymmetric facial expression. These could also be symptoms of a stroke. Sudden onset of these symptoms is an emergency - you should go to the emergency room. If you notice a gradual change over time, you must report it to your doctor.

Behavioral and cognitive problems: Many reported behavioral and cognitive changes, such as: problems with recent memory, inability to concentrate or finding the right words, acting out - no patience or tolerance, and loss of inhibitions - saying or doing things that are not appropriate for the situation.

IF you think something is wrong, go see your doctor. Explain that you are worried it is a brain cancer. Keep in mind that brain cancers are relatively rare compared to most other disorders, so the primary care doctor is not usually going to be thinking it is a brain cancer. They first think of more common causes of the symptoms. Sixty-four percent of the time, the doctor thought it was NOT a brain cancer when respondents first went to the doctor. More than half of the people reported that they had the symptoms for more than a month before the correct diagnosis of brain cancer was made. With the malignant brain cancers, a delay of a month in starting treatment can make a major impact on the outcome.

Get more info at https://www.virtualtrials.com/brain-cancer-symptoms.cfm?gclid=CKKe_eqr7akCFUka6wod5mHEXw