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A test for Lyme disease   created at May 06, 2009   57   The most common test for Lyme disease is a two-tiered serological test.The first tier is an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) or immunofluorescence assay (IFA) to detect antibodies against Borrelia burgdorferi,the bacterium that causes Lyme disease...

Lyme disease in domestic animals   created at May 06, 2009   69   Lyme disease in domestic animals,primarily dogs and cats,is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi,transmitted through the bite of infected blacklegged ticks.Symptoms can vary widely and may include lameness,joint swelling,fever,lethargy,and loss of ...

Navigating Ovarian Cancer Treatment - Key Questions to Ask Your Doctor   created at May 05, 2009   101   Ovarian cancer treatment depends on the stage,type,and grade of the cancer,as well as the patient's overall health.Treatment options typically include surgery to remove as much cancerous tissue as possible,followed by chemotherapy,often using a combination...

The Silent Threat: Arsenic and its Link to Liver Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   95   Arsenic,a naturally occurring element found in soil and water,poses a significant threat to global health,particularly regarding liver cancer.Chronic exposure to arsenic,even at low levels,through contaminated drinking water or food,can lead to the accumul...

Exploring Chemotherapy: A Powerful Weapon Against Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   92   Chemotherapy,a cornerstone of cancer treatment,employs powerful drugs to kill rapidly dividing cancer cells.These drugs,administered intravenously,orally,or topically,target both cancerous and rapidly dividing healthy cells,leading to side effects like nau...

Debunked - Microwave Radiation and Pregnancy Safety Myth   updated at Nov 29, 2024   188   The myth that microwave ovens harm pregnancies through radiation is debunked by scientific consensus.Microwave ovens emit non-ionizing radiation,meaning the radiation lacks the energy to damage DNA and cause birth defects.While microwaves heat food through...

Understanding Colorectal Cancer: A Vital Insight   created at May 04, 2009   111   Colorectal cancer, the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, presents a significant public health concern. Despite its alarming prevalence, advancements in detection and treatment have contributed to a decline in mortality rat...

Understanding Age Spots: Risk Factors and Prevention   created at May 05, 2009   112   Age spots, also known as liver spots or solar lentigines, are common skin blemishes that often appear as small, dark areas on the skin's surface. While age spots can affect anyone, certain risk factors may increase the likelihood of developing these pigmen...

Understanding Free Radicals and Their Impact on Your Skin   created at May 03, 2009   121   Free radicals are highly reactive molecules that are naturally produced in the body as a byproduct of oxidation. While oxidation is a normal and essential process for various bodily functions, an excess buildup of free radicals can lead to oxidative stress...

Is Lyme disease a New Illness?   created at May 06, 2009   54   Studies of the DNA taken from ticks in the Natural History Museum show the infection was in the UK in Victorian times. Therefore, it is almost certainly not a new illness. However, it does appear to be becoming more common.

What's new in endometrial cancer research and treatment?   created at May 05, 2009   75   Molecular pathology of endometrial cancer: Recent research has improved our understanding of how changes in certain molecules can cause normal endometrial cells to become cancerous. It has been known for several years that mutations (damage or defects) to ...

Do we know what causes endometrial cancer?   created at May 05, 2009   68   We do not know what causes most cases of endometrial cancer, but we do know what certain risk factors are. A great deal of research is under way to learn more about the disease. Most known risk factors affect the balance between estrogen and progesterone i...