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How is endometrial cancer treated?   created at May 05, 2009   207   Treatment 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...

Understanding Radiation Therapy for Brain Tumors   created at May 04, 2009   191   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...

Exploring Treatment Options for Bone Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide   created at May 03, 2009   234   Treatment 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...

Navigating the Maze of Sinusitis Medications: Understanding Side Effects   created at May 08, 2009   201   Sinusitis medications,including decongestants (oral or nasal sprays),saline sprays,antihistamines,and antibiotics (for bacterial infections),each carry potential side effects.Decongestants can cause nervousness,insomnia,and increased blood pressure; nasal ...

Exploring Three Vulvar Cancer Treatments   created at May 05, 2009   168   Three common treatments for vulvar cancer include surgery,which may involve removing the cancerous tissue,lymph nodes,or even the vulva depending on the stage and location of the cancer; radiation therapy,using high-energy beams to kill cancer cells and sh...

Chemotherapy for Brain Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   182   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...

Exploring Chemotherapy: A Powerful Weapon Against Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   162   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...

Demystifying Bone Tumors: Understanding Benign and Malignant Varieties   created at May 03, 2009   193   Bone tumors are growths that develop in bone tissue,categorized as either benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).Benign tumors are generally slow-growing,localized,and rarely spread to other parts of the body,often causing pain only if they press ...

How does "carpet steam cleaning" work?   updated at Nov 29, 2024   180   Carpet steam cleaning,also known as hot water extraction,uses a machine that sprays heated water and cleaning solution onto the carpet fibers to loosen and dissolve dirt and grime.This mixture is then immediately extracted along with the loosened debris by...

Achieving Seamlessness: A Guide to Carpet Installation   updated at Nov 29, 2024   236   Carpet installation begins with accurate measurements and preparation of the subfloor,ensuring it's clean,level,and dry.Next,the underlayment is installed,providing cushioning and insulation.The carpet is then rolled out,allowing for proper stretching and ...

Unveiling the Best Mascara for Bigger, Brighter Eyes   created at Sep 08, 2009   336   Are you tired of endlessly scrolling through mascara options, hoping to find the one that truly makes your eyes pop? Look no further. After years of experimentation and countless trials, I've found the holy grail: Maybelline Full & Soft mascara. Let me tel...

Radiation Therapy for Colorectal Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   150   Radiation therapy (also called radiotherapy) is the use of high-energy rays to damage cancer cells and stop them from growing. Like surgery, radiation therapy is local therapy; it can affect cancer only in the treated area. Radiation is sometimes used befo...

Chemotherapy for Colorectal Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   164   Chemotherapy is the use of drugs to kill cancer cells. Chemotherapy is sometimes given after surgery for colorectal cancer to try to prevent the disease from recurring, or coming back. This additional treatment is called adjuvant therapy. The doctor may us...