How soon could I expect to notice a change in human growth hormone?created at May 19, 2009Noticing a change from human growth hormone (HGH) supplementation depends on several factors,including the dosage,individual response,and what's being measured.While some individuals might report increased energy or improved sleep within weeks,measurable c... |
Can growth hormone therapy be taken with other medication?created at May 14, 2009Growth hormone (GH),also known as somatotropin,is a peptide hormone primarily produced by the anterior pituitary gland that stimulates growth and cell reproduction in humans and other animals.It plays a crucial role in childhood development,influencing bon... |
Is Lyme disease a New Illness?created at May 06, 2009Lyme disease is not a new illness; while it was first identified and named in 1975 following an outbreak in Lyme,Connecticut,the disease itself,caused by bacteria transmitted through infected ticks,has likely existed for much longer.Evidence suggests the i... |
What are the commonest lyme disease symptoms at onset?created at May 06, 2009The most common early symptoms of Lyme disease,typically appearing 3-30 days after a tick bite,include a characteristic expanding rash called erythema migrans (EM),which is a red,circular rash that often clears in the center,flu-like symptoms such as fever... |
How does Lyme disease start?created at May 06, 2009Lyme disease is an infectious disease caused by a spiral-shaped bacterium of the *Borrelia* genus,which is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected ticks.In the early stages of the disease,symptoms include fever,headache,fatigue,and a characteris... |
What is Lyme Disease?created at May 06, 2009Lyme disease is a bacterial infection transmitted to humans through the bite of infected blacklegged ticks.The bacteria responsible is Borrelia Burgdorferi (and in some areas,related species). If left untreated,the infection can spread to joints,the heart,... |
Recognizing Lyme Disease Symptoms in Humans: A Comprehensive Guidecreated at May 06, 2009Lyme disease,caused by bacteria transmitted through the bite of infected blacklegged ticks,is a complex illness with a wide range of symptoms that can vary significantly between individuals and over the course of the infection.Early diagnosis and treatment... |
Side effects of vulvar cancer chemotherapycreated at May 05, 2009Chemotherapy for vulvar cancer can cause a range of side effects,varying in severity depending on the specific drugs used and the individual's overall health.Common side effects include fatigue,nausea and vomiting,diarrhea or constipation,mouth sores,hair ... |
Radiation therapy side effects of vulvar cancercreated at May 05, 2009Radiation therapy for vulvar cancer can cause various side effects,depending on the dose and area treated.Common side effects include skin reactions (redness,dryness,itching,blistering,and pain),vaginal changes (narrowing,dryness,discharge,bleeding,and pai... |
Vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia as risk factors for vulvar cancercreated at May 05, 2009Vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia (VIN) is a precancerous condition characterized by abnormal cell growth in the vulvar epithelium.VIN is considered the strongest and most significant risk factor for vulvar cancer.The presence of VIN,particularly high-grade... |
What's new in endometrial cancer research and treatment?created at May 05, 2009Recent advancements in endometrial cancer research focus on improving risk stratification through genomic profiling and identifying novel biomarkers for early detection and prognosis.Immunotherapy,particularly checkpoint inhibitors,is showing promise in tr... |
How is endometrial cancer treated?created at May 05, 2009Treatment for endometrial cancer depends on the stage and type of cancer,as well as the patient's overall health.Options include surgery (hysterectomy with or without removal of fallopian tubes and ovaries),radiation therapy (external beam or brachytherapy... |
Do we know what causes endometrial cancer?created at May 05, 2009The exact cause of endometrial cancer isn't fully understood,but several factors significantly increase the risk.These include prolonged exposure to estrogen without the counterbalancing effects of progesterone (e.g.due to early menarche,late menopause,obe... |
What are the risk factors for endometrial cancer?created at May 05, 2009Risk factors for endometrial cancer include older age,obesity,prolonged estrogen exposure (e.g.early menarche,late menopause,nulliparity,infertility treatments),polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS),a family history of endometrial,breast,ovarian,or colon cancer... |
How Previous Stomach Surgery Might Increase Stomach Cancer Riskcreated at May 04, 2009Previous stomach surgery,particularly procedures that significantly alter stomach anatomy or function like gastrectomy (partial or total stomach removal) or bariatric surgery (e.g.gastric bypass,sleeve gastrectomy),can increase stomach cancer risk.These su... |
Understanding the Risks Between Aging and Stomach Cancercreated at May 04, 2009The risk of stomach cancer increases significantly with age,primarily due to the cumulative effect of various factors over a lifetime.These include exposure to carcinogenic substances (like Helicobacter Pylori Infection,smoked foods,and tobacco),the gradua... |
Aflatoxin: Unveiling the Hidden Threat to Liver Healthcreated at May 04, 2009Aflatoxins are potent liver toxins produced by certain species of Aspergillus fungi,commonly found in improperly stored grains,nuts,and other agricultural products.Exposure,often through contaminated food,can lead to acute liver damage,chronic liver diseas... |
Unraveling the Connection: Viral Hepatitis and Liver Cancer Riskcreated at May 04, 2009Chronic infection with hepatitis B (HBV) and hepatitis C (HCV) viruses are major risk factors for liver cancer,specifically hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC).These viruses cause long-term liver inflammation and damage,leading to cirrhosis (scarring of the liv... |
What are the side effects of treatment for Colorectal Cancer?created at May 04, 2009Side effects of colorectal cancer treatment vary depending on the type of treatment (surgery,chemotherapy,radiation,targeted therapy,immunotherapy) and the individual.Common side effects include fatigue,nausea,vomiting,diarrhea,constipation,pain,hair loss,... |
What are the causes and risk factors of thyroid cancer?created at May 04, 2009The exact causes of thyroid cancer are largely unknown,but several risk factors are identified.These include exposure to ionizing radiation (particularly in childhood),a family history of thyroid cancer or certain genetic syndromes,prior head or neck radia... |
What are the treatment options for endocrine cancer?created at May 04, 2009Treatment for endocrine cancers depends on the specific type,stage,and location of the tumor,as well as the patient's overall health.Options include surgery to remove the tumor,radiation therapy to target cancer cells,hormone therapy to manipulate hormone ... |
How do you diagnose endocrine cancer?created at May 04, 2009Diagnosing endocrine cancer typically involves a combination of physical examination,blood tests to measure hormone levels (often revealing elevated or suppressed levels),imaging studies like CT scans,MRI,or PET scans to locate tumors,and biopsy to obtain ... |
Understanding the Side Effects of Brain Tumor Treatmentcreated at May 04, 2009Brain tumor treatments,including surgery,radiation,and chemotherapy,can cause a range of side effects depending on the type and location of the tumor,the treatment approach,and the individual's overall health.Common side effects can include fatigue,nausea,... |
Clinical trials for Brain Cancercreated at May 04, 2009Clinical trials for brain cancer are research studies that test new treatments,such as new drugs,radiation therapies,or surgical techniques,to improve the diagnosis,treatment,and prevention of brain tumors.These trials involve patients with various types o... |
Unraveling the Enigma: Exploring the Causes of Brain Tumorscreated at May 03, 2009The precise causes of brain tumors remain largely unknown,but a complex interplay of genetic and environmental factors is implicated.Genetic predispositions,including inherited gene mutations and acquired somatic mutations,increase the risk of developing c... |
Exploring Treatment Options for Bone Cancer: A Comprehensive Guidecreated at May 03, 2009Treatment for bone cancer depends on several factors including the type and location of the cancer,its stage,and the patient's overall health.Common approaches include surgery (to remove the tumor or affected limb),chemotherapy (to kill cancer cells throug... |
What is the difference between primary bone cancer and secondary bone cancer?created at May 03, 2009Primary bone cancer originates in the bone itself,arising from bone cells or the tissues within the bone marrow.In contrast,secondary bone cancer,also known as metastatic bone cancer,develops when cancer cells from another part of the body,such as the brea... |
Oily Food, Greasy Food and Acnecreated at May 03, 2009While a direct causal link between oily or greasy food and acne hasn't been definitively proven,some studies suggest a correlation.High glycemic index foods,often found in greasy and oily meals,can trigger a surge in insulin and insulin-like growth factor ... |
The Dirty Skin and Acnecreated at May 03, 2009Dirty skin and acne are often linked,but not directly causative.While not cleaning the skin allows dirt,oil,and dead skin cells to accumulate,clogging pores and potentially leading to acne breakouts,acne itself is a complex condition stemming from a combin... |
What causes Acnes and Pimples ?created at May 03, 2009Acne and pimples are primarily caused by a combination of factors: excess sebum (oil) production by the sebaceous glands,the buildup of dead skin cells that clog pores,and the presence of the bacteria *Cutibacterium acnes* (formerly *Propionibacterium acne... |