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Cancer

The organs and tissues of the body are made up of tiny building blocks called cells. Cancer is a disease of these cells. Cells in different parts of the body may look and work differently but most reproduce themselves in the same way.

Cells are constantly becoming old and dying, and new cells are produced to replace them. Normally, cells divide in an orderly and controlled manner. If for some reason the process gets out of control, the cells carry on dividing, developing into a lump which is called a tumour.

Cancer is a term for diseases in which abnormal cells divide without control and can invade other tissues. Cancer cells can spread to other parts of the body through the blood and lymph systems.

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The causes of cancer in general are classified into two categories. External risk factors come from the environment outside the human body, which include unhealthy habits such as smoking and bad diet. We can easily avoid these causes by adopting a healthier lifestyle such as eating healthy and maintaining regular exercise. On the other hand, internal risk factors include genetic mutations, which cannot be prevented. However, some efforts can be done to help us prevent and even treat cancer.

Some cancers are treatable, and there are many ways to treat them. There are conventional medical treatments such as chemotherapy and radiotherapy. These kinds of treatment often come with side effects. On the other hand, there are also alternative treatments using natural substances. Many plants are considered to possess anti-cancer properties, and one of them is the Typhonium flagiliforme.

Typhonium flagiliforme is the scientific name for the plant which is locally known as the Rodent Tuber. This plant belongs to the Araceae family and it can only grow up to 25-30 cm. It is usually found in South East Asia, and grows in a humid habitat, away from sunlight. Its leaves are green and have spade-shaped like betel leaves. The rodent tuber has been proven to cure various types of cancer such as breast cancer, colon cancer, rectal cancer, leukemia, prostate cancer, cervical cancer and lung cancer. Continue reading ‘Rodent Tuber – Traditional Medicine for Cancer’ »

One of the most dangerous diseases in this planet is cancer. Throughout the years, it has killed millions of people all over the world, making it a global epidemic. Most people are afraid to suffer and spend the rest of their lives living with this illness. However, using modern medications, cancer is preventable and even treatable. Nowadays, the scientists across the world are working very hard to invent medications that can cure this terrible disease.

One of the most common types of cancer is thyroid cancer. This disease is more common in women than in men. The exact cause of this type of cancer is still unknown. However, scientists suspect that possible causes include a family history of goiter, exposure to high levels of radiation, and certain hereditary syndromes.

So how you do know if you or your family members are suffering from thyroid cancer? The most visible symptom is a lump or a nodule in the thyroid region of the neck. Some other symptoms include difficulty in swallowing, throat or neck pain, swollen lymph nodes in the neck, excessive cough and vocal changes. If you or your family members notice some of these symptoms, you should take immediate actions before things get worse. Continue reading ‘Knowing the Symptoms of Thyroid Cancer’ »

Cancer is a new age disease and actually is capable of causing death to the victim. There are in fact many types of cancer that affects different part of the body. Skin cancer is a common phenomenon in present times and there are few signs which can help to identify the disease in an individual. In most cases it has been observed that the patient, due to his complete ignorance about the disease, is unable to identify the prior symptoms of skin cancer. Whenever anything unusual happens to your body like; a change in color of your skin or change in shape, size or elevation it is time for some professional help.

Whenever you visit a doctor you will be said certain common facts like taking care of the affected area and to keep a close watch over the area for some time. Cancer is a malignant disease which has the capacity to multiply vociferously. The cells of cancer multiply at a huge rate and thus causing havoc to the essential body systems. Not all cancer cells are the same. Each one has a unique characteristic which is different from the other. Some cancer takes time to develop while others take less time. Continue reading ‘Five Signs of Skin Cancer – How to Identify Skin Cancer’ »

Breast cancer is one of the most common types of cancer affecting women all over the world. Statistics say that in the United States, for instance, one in every five women is going to develop breast cancer during her life time. The disease usually starts to develop at the age of 50 years and above. However, Breast cancer shows high cure rates and overall survival rates when detected early.

Therefore, several countries are currently conducting mammography screening programs, in addition to other means such as breast self-examination and clinical examination, to help women in fighting the disease. Continue reading ‘Breast Cancer – What Do You Need to Know?’ »