Alex White is a free lance writer and a health & fitness expert who has been associated with several health care providers across various specialties. Through his articles, Alex White wishes to inform and educate public about Breast Cancer which will benefit those who are looking for resourceful information regarding health.
Dementia is not really a specific disease. It is used to denote a group of symptoms that are cause by disorders of the brain. People with dementia undergo drastic changes in the personalities and cognitive abilities. They may find it difficult even to carry out normal activities like dressing up, eating or brushing their teeth. They may become unable to control their emotions or solve problems. Along with personality changes they may even see things that aren’t there.
Dementia commonly occurs in Alzheimer’s disease. Research shows that dementia is on the rise and the numbers are predicted to go up in future as well.
The best approach to tackle this is by preventative measures. Vascular disease, smoking, high blood pressure and smoking are contributing factors to dementia. These are factors that can be kept under control. Also, staying mentally fit and keeping the mind active either through a regular job or through a hobby could also be a highly useful and effective preventive measure.
SIDS
SIDS or Sudden Infants Death Syndrome denotes the infant suddenly dying in his sleep. The mothers whose babies die of SIDS are seen to have an increased risk of preterm delivery and other complications in later pregnancies. Studies conducted on mothers whose babies died of SIDS revealed that in future the women were more likely to deliver babies who were too small and have an increased chance of preterm delivery as well.
This could explain why some women have SIDS running in the family.
Breast Cancer
The traditional treatment methods of breast cancer painted a grim picture. Complete removal of breasts was often performed which led to severe physical and emotional trauma in patients. But now, the entire breast need not be removed, thanks to a procedure called lumpectomy where only the tumor is removed along with a small amount of surrounding tissue. The rest of the breast is saved and radiation therapy to the remaining breast tissue drastically improves the chances of long term survival. Though US guidelines insist on radiation on the remaining breast tissue after conserving therapy, this is not always done because of the side effects and because so far there has not been any solid evidence that radiation is beneficial.
This is good news indeed for breast cancer patients, they may no longer need to undergo the psychological trauma of having to live with having one or both of the breasts removed.
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By: Danielle Summers | 26/11/2009Supporting a loved one diagnosed with cancer is not simple or easy and it is better that you prepare yourself for all the changes this will bring about. Support and understanding is most important for any cancer patient, as only they know what they are dealing with. Diagnosis mostly comes as a surprise, catching everyone unaware and all are left feeling helpless. But it does not have to be so. Educating yourself is one of the best things you can do to help.
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By: Benleem | 26/11/2009The trauma that cancer patients experience after a positive diagnosis, simply put, is overtly agonizing. If the cancer type is malignant tumors, the pain is even more serious and really traumatizing because there is a realization life is suddenly coming to a premature end.
Some Cancer Treatment Strategies
By: Benleem | 25/11/2009The cancer treatment squarely begins with etiology through diagnosis and ends with management. Physicians have very different approaches in their treatment of different cases of cancer. This is because patients respond differently to cancerous development and the doctor has to start by understanding the patient's cancer condition at the time of diagnosis
Some Cancer Treatment Strategies
By: Benleem | 25/11/2009The cancer treatment squarely begins with etiology through diagnosis and ends with management. Physicians have very different approaches in their treatment of different cases of cancer. This is because patients respond differently to cancerous development and the doctor has to start by understanding the patient's cancer condition at the time of diagnosis
Care against Cancer
By: Praveen | 25/11/2009Cancer, prevention is better than cure.. Medical science put lots of contribution to the field & more research in the field awaited
Breast Cancer
By: m bilal | 24/11/2009Breast cancer is a cancer that starts in the breast, usually in the inner lining of the milk ducts or lobules. There are different types of breast cancer, with different stages (spread), aggressiveness, and genetic makeup. With best treatment, 10-year disease-free survival varies from 98% to 10%. Treatment includes surgery, drugs (hormone therapy and chemotherapy), and radiation.
Breast Cancer
By: m bilal | 24/11/2009Breast cancer is a cancer that starts in the breast, usually in the inner lining of the milk ducts or lobules. There are different types of breast cancer, with different stages (spread), aggressiveness, and genetic makeup. With best treatment, 10-year disease-free survival varies from 98% to 10%. Treatment includes surgery, drugs (hormone therapy and chemotherapy), and radiation.
Healthy Food Choices to Prevent Cancer
By: Catherine Carter | 24/11/2009The American Cancer Society states that the Global Perspective has found that 30-40 percent of cancers can be linked to diet. Some people avoid eating a cancer preventing diet by using the excuse Everything we eat causes cancer. That really isnt a true statement. There are many foods that can be included in the diet that will help prevent cancer. Having a varied diet that plant-based will help prevent cancer. Plant based foods include the following:
Is Gene Testing for Breast Cancer Reliable?
By: Alex White | 19/11/2009 | CancerFor a woman, being diagnosed with breast cancer is one of the most traumatic experiences in life. Once the disease is detected the uphill climb of physical exhaustion due to medical treatment and the emotional trauma of going through the side effects of treatment begins.
Estrogen Usage May Not be Harmful for Some Women
By: Alex White | 19/11/2009 | Diseases & ConditionsSymptoms associated with menopause are often treated by estrogen therapy. It helps reduce hot flashes, dryness, and itching or burning around the vagina. It also reduces the risk of developing osteoporosis with age.
Incidence of Breast Cancer in Minorities
By: Alex White | 19/11/2009 | CancerSeveral research findings seem to conclude that there are disparities in health care based on ethnicity of the patients. Now, new reports come out with the indication that minority women are not getting their mammograms done as regularly as desired. Since they also face a higher risk of aggressive breast cancer, this is not a problem that should be treated lightly.
Have You been Diagnosed with Breast Cancer?
By: Alex White | 19/11/2009 | CancerThere is important research being done on breast cancer and almost everyday new findings are being revealed. An important piece of information that will directly affect one out of every four women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer is that Herceptin is highly effective in the treatment of breast cancer.
About Dementia, SIDS, Breast Cancer
By: Alex White | 12/11/2009 | CancerDementia is not really a specific disease. It is used to denote a group of symptoms that are cause by disorders of the brain. People with dementia undergo drastic changes in the personalities and cognitive abilities.
Breast Cancer – Are Your Genes to Blame?
By: Alex White | 03/11/2009 | CancerFor a woman, breast cancer is one of the most dreaded diseases that she can ever develop. The incidence of breast cancer also seems to be quite high, what with almost everyone having someone in the family with breast cancer or at least knowing someone with the disease
Psychological and Social Support Crucial for Cancer Patients
By: Alex White | 03/11/2009 | CancerCancer is such a devastating disease that it takes an intense toll not just on the physical well being of the patient, but the emotional and social aspect as well. This may lead to other health problems during and after treatment or even during recovery from cancer