American Cancer Society is recommending following health guidelines to reduce Cancer risk by 50%. By making simple changes to your lifestyle and eating habits, you can reduce risk for cancers like Lung, breast and colon etc by more than 30-50%. 10 health tips to reduce cancer risk? 1. Stay away from smoking and chewing of tobacco products to reduce risk of lung cancer, Mouth, colon cancer and urinary bladder cancer incidence. 2. Regular screening for major cancers. We can prevent cancers of breast, prostate, colon, skin and cervix by screening. 3. Reduce alcohol consumption to prevent cancers of breast, colon, pancreas, oesophagus and head-neck. 4. Use sunscreen to prevent skin cancer or reduce incidence. 5. Regular exercise for 3-4 hours per week will reduce cancer incidence by 30-50%. 6. Control your weight by making proper diet changes and with regular exercise to prevent cancers of colon, breast, pancreas, kidney, liver and endometrium. Junk foods are major culprits for rise in obesity incidence. 7. Women should not post-menopausal hormonal therapy to reduce risk for cancers of breast, ovary and endometrial cancers. 8. Avoid exposure to carcinogens and radiation. 9. Vegetarians have low risk of getting cancer. Eat foods and green leafy vegetables and stay away from high calorie foods like soft drinks. 10. One should take proper medication to reduce cancer risk by consulting oncologist. More than 30% cancer deaths are preventable. We can reduce cancer occurrence by more than 30% if we follow above measures. Please share your opinion. … [Read more...]
Aspirin reduces Breast Cancer Risk by 20%
Pain killer Aspirin reduces the breast cancer risk by about 20%, according to a latest research study by British doctors. Scientists conducted 21 analytical studies on 37,000 women to find the beneficial effects of Aspirin on Breast cancer treatment. But researchers advised caution and requirement for more research before coming to conclusion on recommending to Aspirin to breast cancer patients. Aspirin is already using by many women as a preventive drug for heart attacks and strokes. But Aspirin use along with Breast cancer drugs and their interactions still needs extensive research. Long term use of Aspirin is associated with side effects like stomach ulcers, kidney problems and bleeding. This research study was published in the “International Journal of Clinical Practice (IJCP)". Proven uses of Aspirin: 1. Arthritis treatment. 2. Prevention of heart attacks and Strokes. 3. Delay and prevent Alzheimer’s disease. 4. Prostate diseases. Women should not take aspirin and other NSAIDs as preventive drugs for breast cancer without doctor’s prescription. … [Read more...]
10 year mobile use- 200% rise in cancer risk
If you are using mobile phone regularly for more than 10 years (1 hour daily use), you are at double the risk of getting cancer, according to a Spanish study . You will get malignant brain tumour on the side of brain where you held mobile handset. Researchers analyzed results from 11 studies before coming to conclusion. This research study was published in the Journal of Occupational Environmental Medicine. Children are at more risk of getting cancer as their skulls are thin and nervous system is in development stage. Parents should discourage children from using mobile by explaining health hazards Brain cancer of glial cells is the most common cancer that occurs from regular mobile use. Acoustic Neuroma is another form of cancer that occurs from mobile use. Those who have used their phones for at least a decade are 20 per cent more likely to contract acoustic neuromas and 30 per cent more likely to get malignant gliomas. Mobile users are also at risk of getting Alzheimer’s disease. But mobile operators and handset manufacturers are regularly dismissing these claims because of lack of concrete evidence as most mobile users are using them for less than 10 years. There are claiming the report of Mobile Telecommunications and Health Research programme report as supporting evidence which was released in September. Every mobile manufacturer should publish Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) levels on mobile handsets. Low radiation models are defined as having SAR of 0.6 or under. … [Read more...]
Breast Cancer risk raises by any type of alcohol intake
All types of alcohol increases breast cancer risk, according to the research study Kaiser medical care programme, California. Researchers analyzed the drinking habits of 70,033 women of various races and asked them questions during health exams between 1978 and 1985. They looked at which types of alcohol the women drank and also their total alcohol intake. They compared that to women who had less than one drink a day. Amount of alcohol consumed is more significant than type of alcohol in causing breast cancer. There is no difference in breast cancer risk whether women drank red wine or white wine. Heavy drinkers (one or two drinks per day) have 10% raise in the risk of developing breast cancer than light drinkers (less than 1 drink a day). Women who take more than 3 drinks per day will have 30% increase in breast cancer risk. Breast cancer affects 1 in 8 US women and is the second most common cause of cancer deaths in American women, according to National Institute of Health. Globally, more than 1.2 million women are diagnosed with breast cancer and it kills 0.5 million women. Genetics, Obesity, age, Hormone Replacement Therapy and Birth control pills play crucial roles in causing breast cancer. 4% of all breast cancer cases are due to alcoholism, according to a report published in the British Journal of Cancer. But, red wine can protect against heart attacks by increasing good cholesterol (HDL Cholesterol), reducing blood clotting and reducing diabetes, according to the same researchers. Even though this research cleared some myths on the alcohol effects, controversy will continue unless major cancer organizations issue uniform guidelines on the effects of alcohol on breast cancer. … [Read more...]
Ovarian Cancer: Causes and treatment
There are two ovaries present on either side of the uterus in a female. Functions of Ovaries: 1. Helping the ova to develop into maturity and releasing them at the time of ovulation. 2. Producing the female hormones viz; 1.estrogen and 2.progesterone. Risk Factors for Ovarian Cancer: 1. Hereditary. In a family either mother or sister are having the history of ovarian cancer, the remaining female members may have the chances of getting this cancer is high. Hereditary risk is around 5%. But the troubles are more among the females who are less than 40 years age. Other factors: 1. Ovarian cysts: They do not produce cancer alone and many of them are harmless. But sometimes some other problems associated with them may produce cancer. This type of Cancer – risk is more as the age advances. 2. Oral contraceptive pills: They help in decreasing the risk of cancer occurring in the ovaries. 3.Chances of occurring cancer is less in women who are having children , compare to others who are without any issues. 4. Lactating mothers have less chances of getting this cancer compared to those who are not providing breast- feeding to their children. 5. Food habits: Women who are taking fresh vegetables and fruits 5 times daily are less prone to this cancer. Cereals and beans are more helpful in reducing the chances cancer occurring. 6. Tubectomy: Operation meant for permanent method of contraception, which reduces the risk of occurring cancer by 67%. Signs and Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer: 1. History of distention of abdomen and feeling of more gas production. 2. The feeling of flu fever. 3. Bleeding from the pelvic organs sometimes occur. 4. Hirsutism (more hair growth) occasionally occur. 5. Pain in the pelvic region and discomfort often present and loss of appetite, indigestion, constipation also are there. 6. More urination and decrease in body weight is also present. 7. Pain in females during intercourse is also present. Ovarian Cancer-Treatment: 1. If the patient is having some knowledge and understanding about this disease, she will consult the gynecologist in the stage, whenever she gets the doubt and management of the case is very easy in the early stage itself. 2. Regular check-ups by the gynecologist is more helpful to diagnose the disease at the beginning itself and the treatment is very easy. 3. If there is a history of breast and ovarian cancers in a family, and other females in the family need hysterectomy operation (for some other reasons), it is better to remove the two ovaries along with the uterus, as a preventive measure to avoid the occurrence of ovarian cancer in future. 4. Annual scanning and blood tests are more helpful to those who crossed the age of 40 years. … [Read more...]
Oral Cancer: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Incidence of Oral Cancer: 4, 81,000 new cases of oral cancer are diagnosed annually. In the United States alone, 34,000 people are diagnosed with oral cancer in 2007. In America, a person dies from oral cancer every hour of every day. Oral cancer is the most common cancer in India-accounting to 38% of the total cancers. In India, 70% of men and 20% of women use tobacco in one form or other. Most oral cancers begin in the tongue and floor of the mouth. Risk Factors: 1. Tobacco Use: Most common cause for oral cancer. Nicotine: It is the addictive substance found in Tobacco. Bidi smoking is more harmful than Cigarette smoking. Hookah is not safe because Carbon Monoxide is not absorbed in water. 2. Alcoholism: Smoking and Alcoholism accounts for 70% of oral cancer cases. 3. Sun Exposure: Lip cancer is mainly due to excessive sun exposure. 4. History of head and neck cancer 5. Chronic irritation due to poorly fitting dentures. 6. Human Papilloma virus infection Signs and Symptoms of Oral cancer: 1. White and Red patches in the mouth 2. Bleeding in mouth 3. Non-healing sore on the lip or mouth. 4. Difficulty in swallowing. Oral Cancer Treatment: Treatment depends on the patient age, spread of the disease and medical history. 1. Surgery 2. Chemotherapy – Fractional dose chemotherapy. 3. Radiation therapy – Intensity modulated radiation therapy. Oral cancer prevention: Tobacco in any form (smoking, chewing, and rubbing) should not be used. Betel leaf and nuts should not be used. Regular dental checkups are necessary. Remove ill fitted dentures. Please comment on this article. … [Read more...]
First Lady Lara Bush speaks on her Skin Cancer
American first lady revealed in a national TV show that she had a skin cancer recently removed. With that news, skin cancer again got prominence again in the people's minds. Skin cancer is one of the most prevalent and least discussed cancer worldwide. First lady Laura Bush says she first thought a sore on her right shin that turned out to be skin cancer was an insect bite, she told Bob Shieffer on CBS "Face the Nation" aired Sunday. In late October, Mrs. Bush had a biopsy because the sore was not healing, and it was determined to be a squamous cell carcinoma. The cancer affects the middle portion of the epidermal skin layer. It is more aggressive than basal cell cancer, the most common form of skin cancer. The second most common skin cancer, it afflicts more that 200,000 Americans each year and claims as many as 2,500 lives a year. The highest incidence occurs in Australia. Risk Factors: Males - Older than 50 years Fair skin people History of prior nonmelanoma skin cancer Exposure to UV light (high cumulative dose) and exposure to chemical carcinogens (eg, arsenic, tar) Chronic scarring condition and Human papilloma virus (HPV) infection (specific subtypes). Causes: Chronic exposure to sunlight causes most cases of SCC. It arises from the epidermis and resembles the squamous cells that comprise most of the upper layers of skin. Lesions may also occur where skin has suffered certain kinds of injury, burns and scars. Cancer may affect sites previously exposed to x-rays or certain chemicals. people who have fair skin - such as First Lady Laura Bush - are at higher risk. Treatment: A biopsy will be performed to confirm the diagnosis of SCC. The choice of treatment is based on the type, size, location and depth of penetration of the tumor as well as the patient's age and general state of health. Latest News:Skin Cancer.org is hacked. … [Read more...]
