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How is a Brain Tumor Diagnosed?

How is a Brain Tumor Diagnosed?  

created at May 03, 2009   1,163  
The doctor does a complete physical exam with special attention to neurological examination. This includes checks for alertness, muscle strength, coordination, reflexes and response to pain. The doctor also examines the eyes for swelling caused by a tumor ...

Possible side effects of human growth hormone

Possible side effects of human growth hormone  

created at May 19, 2009   1,056  
By far the most common side effect to GH therapy is joint pain or joint swelling. Joint pain presents 27% of the time, and joint swelling will present 41% of the time. These joint issues are related to incorrect dosages, and your doctor will adjust the dos...

How do I treat a sting if my child doesn't have an allergic reaction?  

created at May 12, 2009   1,097  
If there's a stinger, remove it by scraping it out with your fingernail or a credit card. (Pulling it out with your fingers or tweezers could squeeze more of the venom into your baby's body.) Wash the area thoroughly with soap and water. You can help relie...

What are the warning signs of head and neck cancers?  

created at May 09, 2009   1,120  
Warning signs of head and neck cancers depend on the location of the cancer. Sometimes there are no warning signs. That's why men and women over 40 may wish to get an annual cancer-related health checkup, especially if they use tobacco or alcohol. Having a...

The symptoms for liver cancer?  

created at May 04, 2009   1,093  
These symptoms might be caused by liver cancer: Unexplained weight loss Anorexia (persistent lack of appetite) Early satiety (feeling very full after a small meal) Persistent abdominal pain Increasing abdominal girth (swelling of the "stomach" area) with o...

What are the types of brain tumors?  

created at May 04, 2009   1,224  
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...