Alternative Therapy for Cancer

Wednesday, July 28, 2010 posted by alfian 1:03 pm

alternativeThere are many options in the treatment of cancer. One of the options to consider is the complementary and alternative medicine (AMC, for its acronym in English). AMC is the term for products and medical practices that are not part of standard care. The standard of care are practicing physicians, osteopaths and ancillary health professionals such as registered nurses and physiotherapists. Alternative medicine means using different treatments to the standards. Complementary medicine indicates the use of alternative treatments with the standards. Examples of the AMC therapies are acupuncture, chiropractic and herbal medicine.

AMC treatments do not work for everyone, but some methods such as acupuncture can help improve the nausea, pain and other side effects of cancer treatment. In general, researchers know more about the safety and efficacy of standard cancer treatments than on AMC. Readmore…

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Radiotherapy

Monday, July 26, 2010 posted by alfian 1:03 pm

RadiotherapyRadiation is a form of energy released by particles or waves. In high doses, radiation kills cells or prevents their multiplication.

Radiotherapy is a treatment for cancer. Its aim is to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. Unlike cancer cells, most normal cells recover from radiation therapy. Doctors try to protect normal cells by limiting the radiation dose and delivering treatment over time. When using radiation machines, protect the largest possible part of your body.

Radiation and cancer treatment is applied from an outside source, with special machines or internally, through radioactive substances that a doctor places in your body. Readmore…

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Cancer Chemotherapy

Friday, July 23, 2010 posted by alfian 1:19 pm

ProstateNormally, cells grow and die in a controlled manner. Cancer cells continue to form out of control. Chemotherapy is treatment with drugs that can halt the growth of these cells. However, it can also damage healthy cells, causing side effects.

It is possible that during chemotherapy has no side effects or have a few. The types of side effects you have depend on the type and dose of chemotherapy you receive. Side effects vary, but the most common are nausea, vomiting, fatigue, pain and hair loss. Healthy cells usually recover after chemotherapy, so most side effects gradually disappear.

The course of treatment depends on the type of cancer, drugs used in chemotherapy, the treatment goals and your body’s response. The treatment can be applied every day, every week or every month. Readmore…

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Chemotherapy

Wednesday, July 21, 2010 posted by alfian 12:56 pm

ProstateChemotherapy is the use of drugs to kill bacteria, viruses, fungi and cancer cells. The term most often refers to drugs to fight cancer and this article focuses on chemotherapy to treat this disease.
Chemotherapy drugs can be administered orally or by injection. Because the drugs travel through the bloodstream throughout the body, chemotherapy is a systemic treatment.

Chemotherapy may be used to:

* Curing cancer
* To prevent the cancer from spreading
* Ease symptoms (when the cancer can not be cured) Readmore…

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Prostate Cancer IV : Prevention and Useful Information

Monday, July 19, 2010 posted by alfian 3:54 am

ProstatePrevention – Care
Given current knowledge about prostate cancer, there is reason to believe that certain attitudes in life can help prevent this disease. A possible risk factor is diet. It should reduce the risk of colon cancer by eating a diet low in fat and rich in vegetables, fruits and cereals. Likewise, the use of certain vitamins or vitamin complexes in the presence of minerals also help to prevent prostate cancer.

A pharmacological level and as happens with other diseases, studies show that daily use of aspirin or ibuprofen in people over 60 are beneficial because they are associated with a lower incidence of this cancer.

Useful information
Of all men diagnosed with prostate cancer, 97% are alive 5 years after diagnosis and 79% at 10 years. These figures include all stages and grades of prostate cancer, but does not take into account the men who die from other causes. Readmore…

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Prostate Cancer III : Treatment

Saturday, July 17, 2010 posted by alfian 3:44 am

ProstateTreatment
Treatment may be by various techniques such as surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy, or hormone therapy or a combination. The age and general health status affected both the extent of the spread, the appearance of the tissues examined and the response to initial treatment are vital in determining the therapeutic outcome.

If the cancer causes no symptoms, it grows slowly and is confined to a small area of the prostate cancer, you should keep a watchful waiting. This type of treatment, when untreated, is reserved for people over 80 years. Because prostate cancer often grows very slowly, if the patient is older or have other serious diseases, there needs to be treated.

Cancer will be observed and monitored. Measurements are normally carried in the blood PSA and digital rectal exam every six months, possibly with ultrasound-guided biopsy annually. If the patient develops any symptoms of cancer grows faster, you have to consider moving to an active treatment. Readmore…

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Prostate Cancer II : Symptoms and Diagnosis

Thursday, July 15, 2010 posted by alfian 3:48 am

ProstateSymptoms
In the early stages, prostate cancer is usually asymptomatic. As it progresses may receive the following symptoms:
* Frequent urination (especially at night)
* Urinary problems (inability, interruption of urinary stream, weak stream, pain, burning, etc..)
* Painful ejaculation
* Blood in the urine or semen
* Frequent pain and stiffness in the back, hips or pelvis but disappears.
Early prostate cancer is detected by a PSA (English link) or by performing a rectal exam.

Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
Early detection can be achieved by digital rectal examination (DRE) and a study of PSA (prostate specific antigen) that can cause your doctor to order a biopsy of the prostate. For this biopsy using an ultrasound probe inserted into the rectum and a biopsy needle that is directed to different areas of the prostate gland. Readmore…

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Prostate Cancer

Monday, July 12, 2010 posted by alfian 3:28 am

ProstateProstate cancer occurs when certain prostate cells change their structure, become malignant and begin to multiply uncontrollably, causing an increase in the size of the gland and with it the possibility of plugging the urethra or bladder. These cells may spread from the prostate to other parts of the body like bones and lymph nodes, resulting in metastasis. Prostate cancer tends to be multifocal and often affects the glandular capsule, which facilitates its expansion into the periphery.

The prostate gland, part of the male reproductive system, located under the bladder and in front of the rectum. With a variable size, like a ping pong ball, partially surrounds the urethra and secretes a fluid that forms part of semen.

Causes and mechanisms

The incidence of prostate cancer has increased over 100% in the last 10 years. Among the possible factors that have caused an increase in the incidence of this cancer are:

The aging population, improved diagnosis, improved diagnostic techniques, greater outreach, new screening techniques, poor diet, sedentary lifestyle, smoking, hereditary footprint, the presence of certain metals such as cadmium in the components industry, obesity, etc. Readmore…

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Physical Activity Program and Welfare

Friday, July 9, 2010 posted by alfian 3:21 am

Bariatric SurgeryThe program serves to teach different physical activities and theory on the effects of exercise for a period of six months. Each treatment lasts 45 minutes and consists of practical, theory and evaluation. The evaluation is carried out throughout the program with self-assessment scales and objective measures.

Physiotherapy IntraObes

The aim is that every patient has his individual training, tailored to your level and taste. You need a lifestyle change to combat a sedentary lifestyle.

The program deals with different types of aerobic, anaerobic, flexibility etc. Physical activity not only has the training, but includes all activities of daily life. In some visits will complete a physical activity log has met every day for a period of one or two weeks. Readmore…

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Why Use Bariatric Surgery to Treat Obesity?

Wednesday, July 7, 2010 posted by alfian 3:11 am

Bariatric SurgeryObesity increases the risk of developing many serious diseases, a greater degree of obesity, the greater the chance for suffering and also in more serious so is better to use Bariatric surgery.

Major complications
* Heart problems
* Diabetes
* Hypertension
* Sleep Apnea
* Joint injuries (in weight-bearing joints: knees, back, etc)
Minor complications
* Dyslipidemia (elevated triglycerides and decreased HDL cholesterol) Readmore…

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