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What are the risk factors for head and neck cancers?   created at May 09, 2009   148   Risk factors for head and neck cancers include tobacco use (smoking and smokeless tobacco),excessive alcohol consumption,human papillomavirus (HPV) infection,particularly HPV16 and 18,exposure to certain occupational hazards like asbestos,wood dust,and cer...

Understanding Your Risk: How Likely Are You to Get Breast Cancer?   created at May 03, 2009   91   Your risk of developing breast cancer depends on many factors,including your age,family history (especially if a close relative had breast cancer at a young age),genetic mutations (like BRCA1 and BRCA2),race / ethnicity,density of your breast tissue,lifest...

Demystifying Liver Cancer: Understanding the Basics   created at May 04, 2009   125   Liver cancer,primarily hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC),develops when healthy liver cells become cancerous,often due to long-term liver damage from conditions like hepatitis B or C,alcohol abuse,non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD),and certain genetic d...

Precision Treatment: Understanding Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Tumors   created at May 04, 2009   711   When it comes to combating brain tumors, precision is key – and stereotactic radiosurgery offers just that. This advanced treatment approach utilizes cutting-edge technology to deliver targeted radiation therapy in a single session, sparing surrounding br...

Understanding the Root Causes of Age Spots: Exploring Imbalances and Triggers   created at May 05, 2009   115   Age spots, those pesky pigmented patches that often emerge as we age, can be indicative of underlying imbalances within the body. Here's a closer look at why you might be experiencing age spots and what factors could be contributing to their development:1....

Decoding Age Spots: Understanding Their Origins and Significance   created at May 05, 2009   93   Age spots, also known as liver spots or solar lentigines, are pigmented patches that commonly appear on the skin as people age. While they are often associated with external factors like sun exposure, their underlying cause extends beyond the surface. Here...

Dispelling Concerns: Understanding Radiation Exposure from Mammograms   created at May 03, 2009   108   Concerns about radiation exposure from mammograms are common among women undergoing breast cancer screening. However, it's essential to understand that the radiation doses associated with modern mammography equipment are minimal and pose minimal risk. Here...

Unveiling the Causes and Risk Factors of Endocrine Cancer: What You Need to Know   created at May 04, 2009   91   Endocrine cancer, a complex disease affecting various glands in the body, perplexes both patients and medical professionals alike. Understanding its causes and risk factors is crucial for prevention and early intervention.While the exact cause of endocrine...

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...

What are the major contributing factors for head and neck cancers?   created at May 09, 2009   96   The major causes (etiologic factors) for head and neck cancers are tobacco and alcohol use, including cigarettes, cigars, snuff, chewing tobacco, betel leaf, lime, catchu and areca nut, and marijuana. Combining tobacco and alcohol use poses an even greater...