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What are the causes and risk factors of thyroid cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   1,102   The 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...

Understanding Radiation Therapy for Brain Tumors   created at May 04, 2009   1,164   Radiation therapy for brain tumors uses high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors.This can be delivered externally through a linear accelerator (external beam radiation therapy) or internally via implanted radioactive seeds (brachytherap...

Unraveling the Enigma: Exploring the Causes of Brain Tumors   created at May 03, 2009   1,162   The 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...

How to avoid age spots?   created at May 05, 2009   1,137   Preventing age spots,or solar lentigines,primarily involves diligent sun protection: consistently use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher,even on cloudy days,reapplying every two hours,and seeking shade during peak sun hours.Supplement s...

Understanding the Root Causes of Age Spots: Exploring Imbalances and Triggers   created at May 05, 2009   1,120   Age spots,or solar lentigines,primarily stem from cumulative sun exposure,triggering an imbalance in melanin production.UV radiation damages skin cells,causing melanocytes to cluster and produce excess melanin,resulting in the hyperpigmentation characteris...

What are the risk factors for head and neck cancers?   created at May 09, 2009   1,506   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   1,106   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   1,110   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...

Decoding Age Spots: Understanding Their Origins and Significance   created at May 05, 2009   1,123   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   1,093   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   1,077   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   1,110   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...

How are head and neck cancers staged and what, exactly, does that mean?   created at May 09, 2009   1,101   A staging system is a clinical evaluation, based on the best possible estimate of the extent of the disease prior to treatment. Head and neck cancers are commonly staged using the TNM system. T describes the size of the tumor. N describes the extent of the...

What are the warning signs of head and neck cancers?   created at May 09, 2009   1,169   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...

What are the major contributing factors for head and neck cancers?   created at May 09, 2009   1,238   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...