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What are the symptoms of Brain Tumors?   updated at Nov 11, 2025   1,382   Brain tumor symptoms are highly variable,depending on the size and specific location of the tumor within the brain.These symptoms arise primarily from two mechanisms: direct damage to essential brain tissue and increased pressure caused by the tumor itself...

What are the commonest Lyme Disease Symptoms at onset?   updated at Nov 08, 2025   1,389   Lyme disease,transmitted through tick bites,can present with a range of early symptoms.Recognizing these signs is crucial for timely diagnosis and treatment.Symptoms typically appear within 3 to 30 days after a tick bite. Characteristic Lyme Rash (Erythema...

What should I ask my doctor about treatment if I am diagnosed with Hodgkin's disease?   updated at Nov 07, 2025   1,342   Being diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma can be overwhelming.Understanding your treatment options and their potential impact on your life is crucial.This article outlines key questions to discuss with your doctor,ensuring you're well-informed and actively i...

What are the side effects of Hodgkin's disease treatment?   updated at Nov 07, 2025   1,269   Side Effects of Hodgkin's Disease TreatmentThe treatments for Hodgkin's disease,while effective,are potent and often lead to side effects.These side effects can be short-term or long-term,varying based on the specific treatment,the location of treatment on...

How is Hodgkin's disease diagnosed?   created at May 22, 2009   1,415   If Hodgkin's disease is suspected, the doctor will ask about your medical history and will do a thorough physical exam. Blood tests and x-rays of the chest, bones, liver and spleen will also be done. Tissue from an enlarged lymph node will be removed. This...

Exploring Antibiotics for Sinus Infections: Understanding Treatment Options   updated at Nov 07, 2025   1,358   Sinus infections,or sinusitis,can cause significant discomfort.While antibiotics are sometimes necessary to treat bacterial infections,it’s crucial to understand when they are appropriate and when alternative treatments might be more effective.Many sinusi...

How do I know if I have got Lyme disease?   created at May 06, 2009   1,167   Lyme disease symptoms can vary greatly but often begin with a characteristic expanding rash (erythema migrans) at the site of a tick bite.Other early symptoms may include fever,headache,fatigue,and muscle aches.Later,if untreated,the infection can spread t...

Can Lyme Disease be prevented?   updated at Nov 08, 2025   1,224   Lyme disease prevention primarily focuses on avoiding tick bites.This can be achieved through wearing long sleeves and pants when in tick-infested areas,using insect repellents containing DEET or picaridin,performing thorough tick checks after being outdoo...

Will my doctor treat me for Lyme disease?   updated at Sep 06, 2025   1,222   Doctors typically treat Lyme disease when a patient presents with symptoms consistent with the disease,especially after a known tick bite or residing in / visiting an area endemic for Lyme.Diagnosis often involves evaluating clinical signs like the charact...

Is Lyme disease a New Illness?   updated at Nov 07, 2025   1,703   Is Lyme Disease a New Illness?Lyme disease is not a new illness.Although formally identified and named in 1975 following an outbreak in Lyme,Connecticut,evidence indicates that the disease has likely been present for centuries. Historical PresenceHistorica...

What is the treatment for Lyme disease?   updated at Oct 31, 2025   1,159   Key Points about Lyme Disease Treatment?:Antibiotics are the Primary Treatment: The standard treatment for Lyme disease is with antibiotics.Early Treatment is Crucial: Antibiotics are most effective when started as early as possible after infection.Prompt ...

How does Lyme Disease start?   updated at Nov 08, 2025   1,305   Lyme 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...

How does Lyme disease infection occur?   updated at Oct 30, 2025   1,243   Lyme disease infection occurs through the bite of an infected blacklegged tick (also known as a deer tick).These ticks acquire the bacteria,*Borrelia burgdorferi*,by feeding on infected animals like mice,deer,and squirrels.The bacteria then transmits to hu...

What is Lyme Disease?   created at May 06, 2009   1,319   Lyme 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,...

How to remove Attached Ticks ?   updated at Nov 08, 2025   1,367   Prompt tick removal is crucial,as it significantly reduces the likelihood of contracting Lyme disease or other tick-borne illnesses.This article outlines the safest and most effective method for removing attached ticks. The Tweezers Method: Your Best BetTh...

Treatment for Lyme disease   created at May 06, 2009   1,247   Lyme disease is treated with antibiotics,typically doxycycline,amoxicillin,or cefuroxime for adults,and amoxicillin or cefuroxime for children.The duration of treatment depends on the stage of the infection and the individual's response,ranging from a few ...

Recognizing Lyme Disease Symptoms in Humans: A Comprehensive Guide   created at May 06, 2009   1,439   Lyme 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...

Are there Clinical Trials available for Vulvar Cancer?   updated at Nov 09, 2025   1,319   Clinical trials for vulvar cancer exist,offering potential new treatment options and advancements in care.However,access to specific trials is influenced by various factors,including the cancer's stage,the patient's overall health condition,and geographica...

Will I be able to adjust to Valva Cancer well?   created at May 05, 2009   1,312   Adjusting to a vulvar cancer diagnosis and treatment is a deeply personal journey,and there's no single answer to whether you will be able to adjust "well." The experience is profoundly influenced by many factors,including::The stage of the cancer: Early-s...

Side Effects of Vulvar Cancer Chemotherapy   updated at Nov 08, 2025   1,303   Chemotherapy for vulvar cancer can lead to a variety of side effects,with the severity depending on factors like the specific drugs used,the dosage,and the individual's overall health.These side effects can be either short-term (occurring during and shortl...

Radiation Therapy Side Effects of Vulvar Cancer   updated at Nov 09, 2025   1,364   Understanding Side EffectsRadiation therapy is a common treatment for vulvar cancer,but it can cause side effects that vary depending on the radiation dose,the area being treated,and individual patient factors.These side effects can be either acute (occurr...

Side effects of Vulvar Cancer Surgery   updated at Nov 11, 2025   1,464   Curative surgery for vulvar cancer,while potentially life-saving,can have significant and lasting side effects,both psychological and physical.These consequences can impact a patient's quality of life and require comprehensive pre-treatment counseling and ...

Vulvar Intraepithelial Neoplasia as Risk Factors for Vulvar Cancer   updated at Nov 08, 2025   1,351   Vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia (VIN) represents the abnormal growth of cells within the vulvar epithelium.It's classified as a precancerous condition,highlighting its potential to develop into invasive vulvar cancer.VIN is considered the most significant...

How is cancer of the cervix treated?   updated at Nov 22, 2025   1,553   Cervical Cancer Treatment OptionsTreatment for cervical cancer is highly individualized,depending on several factors::Tumor location and size,Cancer stage (extent of spread),Patient's age and overall health,Other individual considerations.Gynecologic oncol...

What are the Side Effects of Treatment for Colorectal Cancer?   updated at Nov 08, 2025   1,311   Side effects from colorectal cancer treatment are highly variable,influenced by the specific treatment type—surgery,chemotherapy,radiation therapy,targeted therapy,or immunotherapy—and the individual's overall health status.Patients may experience a wide...

Surgery for Colorectal Cancer   updated at Nov 13, 2025   1,252   Surgery is frequently the primary and sometimes the sole treatment approach for colorectal cancer.The specific surgical procedure employed is dictated by the tumor's location and size. Partial Colectomy: The Standard ProcedureThe most common surgical inter...

What should I ask my doctor when diagnosed with endocrine cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   1,219   Diagnosing endocrine cancer involves a combination of methods,starting with a thorough medical history and physical exam.Blood tests measure hormone levels to detect excesses or deficiencies indicative of tumors.Imaging techniques like ultrasound,CT scans,...

What are the side effects of treatment for Endocrine Cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   1,153   Side effects of endocrine cancer treatment,which often involves hormone therapy,surgery,radiation,chemotherapy,or targeted therapy,vary depending on the specific treatment and the individual.Common side effects can include fatigue,nausea,vomiting,hair loss...

Precision Treatment: Understanding Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Tumors   created at May 04, 2009   1,305   Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) is a precise radiation therapy technique used to treat brain tumors and other lesions.It delivers a highly focused,high-dose radiation beam to the targeted area,minimizing damage to surrounding healthy brain tissue.Unlike tr...

Essential Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Brain Cancer Treatment   created at May 04, 2009   1,193   Navigating a diagnosis of brain cancer can be overwhelming,but asking the right questions during your medical appointments can help you better understand your condition and make informed decisions about your treatment.Here are some crucial questions to con...

Clinical trials for Brain Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   1,169   Clinical 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...

Chemotherapy for Brain Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   1,170   Chemotherapy for brain cancer involves using drugs to kill cancer cells,but its effectiveness is limited by the blood-brain barrier,which restricts drug passage into the brain.Treatment typically involves systemic chemotherapy (drugs delivered intravenousl...

Stereotactic radiosurgery for Brain Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   1,184   Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) is a non-invasive type of radiation therapy that delivers highly focused beams of radiation to a precise point in the brain to target brain tumors,including cancerous ones.Unlike traditional radiation therapy,which uses larg...

Understanding Radiation Therapy for Brain Tumors   created at May 04, 2009   1,351   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...

Understanding Surgery for Brain Tumors: A Comprehensive Guide   created at May 04, 2009   1,252   Brain tumor surgery aims to remove as much of the tumor as safely possible while minimizing damage to healthy brain tissue.The approach varies depending on the tumor's location,size,type,and the patient's overall health.Techniques may include craniotomy (o...

Unraveling the Enigma: Exploring the Causes of Brain Tumors   created at May 03, 2009   1,352   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...

What is brain cancer?   created at May 03, 2009   1,162   Brain cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancerous) cells form in the tissues of the brain.It encompasses a wide variety of tumors,each with different characteristics,causes,and prognoses.These tumors can originate in the brain itself (primary brain t...

What is the difference between primary bone cancer and secondary bone cancer?   created at May 03, 2009   1,223   Primary 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...

What should I do if I find a lump while performing a monthly breast self-exam?   created at May 03, 2009   1,219   Finding a lump during a breast self-exam doesn't automatically mean it's cancerous,but it's crucial to seek professional medical attention immediately.Schedule an appointment with your doctor or gynecologist as soon as possible to have the lump evaluated.T...