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Hodgkin's disease is a type of lymphoma   created at May 22, 2009   1,444   Hodgkin's disease facts: The American Cancer Society estimates that about 7,350 new cases of Hodgkin's disease will be diagnosed in the United States this year. Hodgkin's disease affects women somewhat less often than men. Of those new cases, 3,370 will oc...

What are the benefits of the chicken pox vaccine?   created at May 13, 2009   1,425   It may seem unnecessary, because childhood chicken pox (also known as varicella) is usually a relatively mild illness. And some parents think it's better to let their kids be exposed to chicken pox so they'll have the illness (and the resulting immunity) n...

Why do I have to keep my nose clear? I can breathe through my mouth.   created at May 07, 2009   1,457   While you can breathe through your mouth,relying solely on it is less efficient and can lead to dryness and irritation.Your nose filters,warms,and humidifies the air you breathe,protecting your lungs from irritants and pathogens.Keeping your nose clear ens...

Why do we have sinuses?   updated at Nov 07, 2025   1,880   The sinuses are air-filled spaces located within the bones of your skull.These cavities,nestled within the facial structure,play several roles in maintaining head and respiratory health.Let's explore the location and function of these often-overlooked anat...

Side effects of Chemotheray for Ovarian Cancer   updated at Nov 09, 2025   1,322   Chemotherapy plays a crucial role in treating ovarian cancer,but it's important to understand its potential side effects.These side effects arise because chemotherapy drugs target rapidly dividing cells.While this is effective in destroying cancer cells,th...

What is the difference between precancerous conditions and cancer of the cervix?   created at May 04, 2009   1,353   Cells on the surface of the cervix sometimes appear abnormal but not cancerous. Scientists believe that some abnormal changes in cells on the cervix are the first step in a series of slow changes that can lead to cancer years later. That is, some abnormal ...

The treatment for Pancreatic Cancer? What should I ask?   created at May 04, 2009   1,348   Three kinds of treatment are used for pancreatic cancer: Surgery – taking out the cancer in an operation Radiation therapy – using high-dose x-rays or other high-energy rays to kill cancer cells Chemotherapy – using drugs to kill cancer cells A doctor m...

Radiation Therapy for Colorectal Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   1,417   Radiation therapy (also called radiotherapy) is the use of high-energy rays to damage cancer cells and stop them from growing. Like surgery, radiation therapy is local therapy; it can affect cancer only in the treated area. Radiation is sometimes used befo...

Chemotherapy for Colorectal Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   1,332   Chemotherapy is the use of drugs to kill cancer cells. Chemotherapy is sometimes given after surgery for colorectal cancer to try to prevent the disease from recurring, or coming back. This additional treatment is called adjuvant therapy. The doctor may us...

Surgery for Colorectal Cancer   updated at Nov 13, 2025   1,494   Surgery is frequently the primary and sometimes the sole treatment approach for colorectal cancer.The specific surgical procedure employed is dictated by the tumor's location and size. Partial Colectomy: The Standard ProcedureThe most common surgical inter...

How will I be diagnosed for colorectal cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   1,684   To find the cause of symptoms, the doctor will ask about your personal and family medical history. He will do a physical exam, and may order laboratory tests. In addition to the exams discussed above, the doctor may also order the following tests: Lower GI...

What are the treatment options for thyroid cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   1,541   Because of advances in diagnosis and treatment of thyroid cancer, a longer and better life is possible for patients today. Treatment planning takes into account the type of thyroid cancer and the stage of the disease as well as the general health and age o...

What are the types of brain tumors?   created at May 04, 2009   2,547   There are primary and secondary brain tumors. Tumors that begin in brain tissue are known as primary tumors. Secondary tumors are when cancer spreads from another site to the brain, which is called metastasis. Brain tumors are classified by the type of tis...

How do you diagnose thyroid cancer?   created at May 03, 2009   1,391   The doctor will ask about your medical history and will do a careful physical exam,with special attention to feeling your thyroid and checking for lumps in the neck.You may also be asked to have a blood test or special scans.The best screening test for a t...

The Vitamin for Acne   created at May 03, 2009   1,357   In general the BEST way to get vitamins to your skin cells is to eat the vitamins and let your blood do it. I.e. this is much better than laying it ON your skin. Your blood system is how your body is set up to transfer vitamins and nutrients to your cells....

Understanding Blackheads: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention   created at May 02, 2009   1,546   Blackheads,a type of acne,occur when dead skin cells and oil clog hair follicles,oxidizing and darkening the trapped sebum (oil).Contributing factors include genetics,hormonal changes,excess oil production (seborrhea),and certain medications.Treatment opti...