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- Adenoid cystic carcinoma
Risk factors for various cancer kinds might vary. Things known as risk factors raise your chance of getting cancer. The majority of risk factors do not directly ""cause"" cancer, according to the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). Here are some risk factors for adenoid cystic carcinoma Smoking is one example of a lifestyle risk factor for cancer that can be altered, but other risk factors, such as fa Read More
- Agranulocytic angina
People who have Agranulocytic angina exhibit infection-related symptoms. Agranulocytosis symptoms can emerge suddenly or gradually. Early-stage symptoms include: Chills and fever. Increased respiration and heart rate. Hypotension is a sudden drop in blood pressure that can leave you feeling dizzy or weak. A weakened and worn-out body. Gums that are bleeding and irritated, as well as a sore Read More
- Arterial chemotherapy infusion of the liver chemoembolization of the liver (tace)
If you are scheduled to receive an arterial chemotherapy infusion of the liver, also known as chemoembolization of the liver (TACE), it is important to be aware of the potential symptoms you may experience.The most common symptom associated with TACE is pain. This pain can be caused by the catheter placement, the infusion of the chemotherapeutic agents, or the embolization of the arteries. The pain is typically managed with pain me Read More
- Asbestos related disorders
These characteristics have led the industry and construction sectors to adopt asbestos for: Strengthen plastics and cement. Construct insulation. Buildings, clothing, and military vehicles that are fireproof. Absorb sound. Siding, roofing, and cement shingles all contain asbestos. Electrical wire casings. Millboard. A joint compound and patching. Ins Read More
- Bile duct cancer (cholangiocarcinoma)
Signs of bile duct cancer include: Yellow skin or eyes (jaundice) Pain in your belly or sides Upset stomach and vomiting Fever Loss of appetite or weight loss Weakness Itching Light-colored stools Dark urine Read More
- Bladder cancer
Treatment for bladder cancer depends on a number of factors like the type of cancer, grade of cancer, and stage of cancer, which is taken into consideration along with your overall health and your treatment preferences.Bladder cancer treatment may include:1. Surgery: It is performed to remove the cancer cells2. Chemotherapy in the bladder (intravesical chemotherapy): to treat cancers that are conf Read More
- Bladder cancer (cancer of the urinary bladder)
The urinary bladder is the female urinary system. The female urinary system includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra, this helps in the removal of waste from the body through urine. Bladder cancer is a very common type of cancer that starts in the cells i.e. urothelial cells of the bladder, these cells also connect the kidneys to the bladder. Bladder cancer can be detected at an early stage and treated accordingly but once treated i Read More
- Bone cancer
Your bone cancer treatment options will depend on the sort of cancer you have, its stage, your general health, and your preferences. 1. Your doctors can advise you on the best course of action for your cancer since different bone malignancies respond to various treatments. For instance, some cases of bone cancer are treated with only surgery, while others are treated with surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation thera Read More
- Bowen's disease
Typically, Bowen disease appears as a slow-growing, persistent reddish-brown patch or plaque of dry, scaly skin. These lesions may be flat or slightly raised. The lesions are normally not associated with any symptoms, but, occasionally, can itch, ooze pus (if infected), bleed or become crusted and/or tender. In some cases, the lesions may be warty (verrucous), split open (fissured) or, less often, darkly colored (pigmented). In most cases, the Read More
- Brain cancer
General signs and symptoms caused by brain tumors may include: New onset or change in pattern of headaches Headaches that gradually become more frequent and more severe Unexplained nausea or vomiting Vision problems, such as blurred vision, double vision or loss of peripheral vision Gradual loss of sensation or movement in an arm or a leg Difficulty with balance Speech Read More
- Breast cancer
Breast cancer is cancer that forms in the cells of the breasts. After skin cancer, breast cancer is the m Read More
- Breast cancer: bone marrow transplantation
Breast cancer is a condition in which the breast's cells proliferate out of control. Breast cancer comes in several forms. Which breast cells develop into cancer determines the type of breast cancer. Different areas of the breast might give rise to breast cancer. 1. Having a breast lump is most frequently linked to breast cancer. However, depending on the particular form of breast cancer you have, your symptoms ma Read More
- Breast cancer: breast cancer during pregnancy
It can be more difficult for people to notice signs and symptoms of breast cancer during pregnancy. This is because the breasts normally swell and become tender as milk ducts grow and stretch during pregnancy. Changes in hormone levels during pregnancy cause the breasts to change. Pregnant women should not take small lumps lightly and conclude they are pregnancy-related. They could be the beginnings of cancer. If ignored, there Read More
- Breast cancer: breast cancer in young women
Breast cancer in young women can have different symptoms and they may vary for different people. In certain cases, there won't be any signs at all. The most common symptom is the formation of a lump in your breast or armpit. Skin changes: The skin around the breast and nipple area may change unusually. Pain: People affected by breast cancer may notice pain in the breast area or nipple. Some may cause a prickl Read More
- Breast cancer: checking for cancer recurrence
In a local recurrence, cancer reappears in the same area as your original cancer. If you've undergone a lumpectomy, the cancer could recur in the remaining breast tissue. If you've undergone a mastectomy, the cancer could recur in the tissue that lines the chest wall or in the skin. Signs and symptoms of local recurrence within the same breast may include: A new lump in your breast or irregular area of firmness Read More
- Breast cancer: getting support
No one should have to face cancer alone. If you are someone affected by breast cancer: getting support, or someone you love has been diagnosed with breast cancer, it's important to know that there is support available.There are many different breast cancer symptoms, which can vary depending on the individual. Some common symptoms include a lump or mass in the breast, changes in the skin of the breast, nipple discha Read More
- Cancer of the uterus (uterine cancer or endometrial cancer)
Signs and symptoms of endometrial cancer may include: Vaginal bleeding after menopause Bleeding between periods Pelvic pain Read More
- Carcinoid cancer
Signs and symptoms of carcinoid lung tumors include: Chest pain Wheezing Shortness of breath Diarrhea Redness or a feeling of warmth in your face and neck (skin flushing) Weight gain, particularly around the midsection and upper back Pink or purple marks on the skin that look like stretch marks Carcinoid tumors in the digestive tract Signs and sy Read More
- Carcinoid disease
Neuroendocrine cells are also located in other tissues, such as the lungs and stomach. The hormone they produce helps regulate digestion. But when a carcinoid tumor grows, it produces too much of this hormone and causes symptoms like diarrhea, flushing, wheezing, sweating, and heartburn. Lightheadedness or fainting spells Shortness of breath Abdominal pain or cramping Rapid heartbeat (tachycardia) Read More
- Cervical cancer
What is the cervix? The cervix is part of a woman's reproductive system. It's in the pelvis. The cervix is the lower, narrow part of the uterus (womb). The cervix is a passageway: The cervix connects the uterus to the vagina. During a menstrual period, blood flows from the uterus through the cervix into the vagina. The vagina leads to the outside of the body. The cervix makes mucus. During sex, mucus he Read More
- Colon cancer (colorectal cancer)
Colon cancer (colorectal cancer) is also named colorectal cancer that begins in the rectum or can also be named bowel cancer or rectal cancer. Colon means the large intestine, and this cancer begins in the large intestine. This is included in the digestive tract. A small, noncancerous clump of cells, i.e., polyps formed inside the colon, is the starting point of the color cancer, and therefore doctors generally advise removing Read More
- Cribriform carcinoma
The symptoms for cribriform carcinoma aren't always obvious—they can vary from person to person. Here are some common signs: a persistent cough that doesn't go away blood in your phlegm or spit (called hemoptysis) chest pain that doesn't go away when you breathe deeply or cough A constant runny nose A stuffy nose A foul smell coming from your nose Difficulty breat Read More
- Esophageal cancer
What is the esophagus? The esophagus is a muscular tube in the chest. It's about 10 inches (25 centimeters) long. This organ is part of the digestive tract. Food moves from the mouth through the esophagus to the stomach. The wall of the esophagus has several layers: Inner layer or lining: The lining (mucosa) of the esophagus is wet, which helps food to pass to the stomach. Submucosa: Glands in t Read More
- Head and neck cancer
What is cancer? Cancer is a group of many related diseases that begin in cells, the body's basic unit of life. All of the bodies tissues and organs are composed of cells of various types. Normally, cells grow and divide to form new cells in an orderly way. They perform their functions for a while, and then they die. Sometimes, however, cells do not die. Instead, they continue to divide and create new cells that the body does not need. Read More
- Larynx cancer (throat cancer)
What is cancer? Cancer begins in cells, the building blocks that make up tissues. Tissues make up the larynx and the other organs of the body. Normal cells grow and divide to form new cells as the body needs them. When normal cells grow old or get damaged, they die, and new cells take their place. Sometimes, this process goes wrong. New cells form when the body doesn't need them, and old or damaged cells don't die as th Read More
- Leukoplakia
Leukoplakia is a white or gray patch that develops on the tongue or the inside of the cheek. It is the mouth's reaction to chronic irritation of the mucous membranes of the mouth. Leukoplakia patches can also develop on the female genital area; however, the cause of this is unknown. The growth can occur at any time in your life, but it is most common in the elderly. "Hairy" leukoplakia of the mouth is an unusual form of leukopl Read More
- Lindau disease
Von Hippel-Lindau disease-related tumors can grow in many different parts of the body. Hence there isn’t one primary symptom. Depending on the size and location of tumors, you may experience symptoms such as: Abnormality of the eye: Any abnormality of the eye, that includes location, spacing, and intraocular abnormalities. Hypertension: The presence of chronic increased pressure in the systemic a Read More
- Lung cancer
Your overall health, the type, and stage of your illness, as well as your preferences, all play a role in the cancer treatment plan that you and your doctor decide on. You might decide in some circumstances not to receive therapy. For instance, you might believe that the risks of the medication outweigh any potential advantages. If that is the case, your doctor might advise comfort care, which merely addresses cancer's associated Read More
- Male breast cancer
Cure/medications for male breast cancer: Male breast cancer treatment often involves surgery and may also include other treatments. 1. Surgery The goal of surgery is to remove the tumor and surrounding breast tissue. The procedures include: (i) Removing all of the breast tissue (mastectomy): This is a procedure where the surgeon removes all of your breast tissue, including the nippl Read More
- Malignant large bowel tumor
When a malignant big bowel tumor just affects the digestive system, it is quite curable and commonly cured. 1. Some of the possible treatments include colonic stenting, one-stage resection anastomosis, and subtotal or segmental colectomy, with or without intraoperative colonic irrigation. 2. The most effective and frequently the only treatment required for bowel cancer is surgery to remove the diseased porti Read More
- Malignant mesothelioma
Pleural mesothelioma, which affects the tissue that surrounds the lungs, causes signs and symptoms that may include: Chest pain Painful coughing Shortness of breath Unusual lumps of tissue under the skin on your chest Unexplained weight loss Peritoneal mesothelioma, which occurs in tissue in the abdomen, causes signs and symptoms that may include: Abdominal p Read More
- Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer (malignancy) that most frequently arises from the cells lining the sacs of the chest (the pleura) or the abdomen (the peritoneum). Pleural mesothelioma is the most common form, often presenting with symptoms in the chest area. Peritoneal mesothelioma is much less common. This can affect the organs in the abdomen, and its symptoms are related to this area of the body, that is, abdominal swelling, nausea, vo Read More
- Mucinous cystadenoma
Mucinous cystadenoma is a benign ovarian tumor, generally affecting women at the age of 30-40 years. It is mostly asymptomatic, and hence people fail to notice it, but sometimes some patients feel the following symptoms. Abdominal distension, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, urinary symptoms, vaginal bleeding or discharge, and irregular menstruation. These are not conclusive symptoms because symptoms may Read More
- Multiple polyposis of the colon
However, some people with colon polyps may experience: Rectal bleeding. This can be a sign of colon polyps or cancer or other conditions, such as hemorrhoids or minor tears of the anus. Change in stool color. Blood can show up as red streaks in your stool or make stool appear black. A change in color may also be caused by certain foods, medications or dietary supplements. Change in bowel habits. Constipation Read More
- Nephrocarcinoma
Although uncommon, nephrocarcinoma is the most prevalent kind of kidney cancer in adults. The risk factors for nephrocarcinoma are: Smoking: The risk drops if you stop smoking, but it takes many years to get to the same level of risk as someone who never smoked. Obesity: Obese people usually have a higher risk of developing nephrocarcinoma or RCC. High Blood Pressure: This is one risk that does not seem to be Read More
- Neuroblastoma
Neuroblastoma is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in nerve tissue of the adrenal gland, neck, chest, or spinal cord. Neuroblastoma often begins in the nerve tissue of the adrenal glands. There are two adrenal glands, one on top of each kidney in the back of the upper abdomen. The adrenal glands produce important hormones that help control heart rate, blood pressure, blood sugar, and the way the body reacts to stress. Ne Read More
- Nocardiosis
Nocardiosis is a disease caused by bacteria in soil and water. It most frequently affects those who have compromised immune systems and have trouble fighting off infections, such as cancer patients or those on specific drugs like steroids. The risk factor for nocardiosis is more in people/patients whose immunity is compromised, mainly those with defects which are cell-mediated. Examples of such diseases / immunocomprom Read More
- Oral cancer
Signs and symptoms of mouth cancer may include: A lip or mouth sore that doesn't heal A white or reddish patch on the inside of your mouth Loose teeth A growth or lump inside your mouth Mouth pain Ear pain Difficult or painful swallowing Read More
- Ovarian cancer (cancer of the ovaries)
The ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix and vagina (vaginal canal) make up the female reproductive system. When ovarian cancer first develops, it might not cause any noticeable symptoms. When ovarian cancer symptoms happen, they're usually attributed to other, more common conditions. Signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer may include: Abdominal bloating or swelling Quickly feeling full when eating Read More
- Penis cancer
Penis cancer occurs when cancerous cells in your genitals proliferate uncontrollably. The risk factors for penis cancer include:Tobacco consumption- Cigarette smoking, chewing tobacco, and snuff use all raise your risk of developing penile cancer. Tobacco use can impair your body's ability to fight illness, increasing your risk. Tobacco usage can cause cell damage, which can lead to cancer. HIV- Penile cancer is mo Read More
- Prostate cancer
Prostate cancer is cancer that occurs in the prostate. The prostate is a small walnut-shaped gland in males that produces the seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperm. Read More
- Prostate cancer screening
Most medical organizations advise men in their 50s to speak with their doctors about the advantages and disadvantages of prostate cancer screening. 1. Prostate cancer symptoms vary from person to person. 2. Some individuals have no symptoms at all. Unable to completely empty the bladder, frequent urination, particularly at night, weak or interrupted urin Read More
- Rts -- rothmund thomson syndrome
RTS - Rothmund-Thomson syndrome is a rare disorder that affects the skin and mucous membranes, including the mouth and gums. Affected individuals have a weakened immune system, which causes them to be more susceptible to infections. The condition is often associated with eczema, thrush, or cold sores. RTS can also cause abnormal hair growth in areas such as the scalp, face, and tongue. If a person has Read More
- Spinal chordoma
There are some risk factors for spinal chordoma: You're more likely to get a spinal chordoma if you have multiple family members with the condition or if you have certain genetic changes. If you've had radiation treatment to your head or neck for another reason, you may be at higher risk than others. Family history of cancer. If you have a family history of cancer and you're diagnosed with spinal chordoma, it Read More
- Stomach cancer
Stomach cancer is an abnormal growth of cells that begins in the stomach. The stomach is a muscular sac located in the upper middle of your abdomen, just below your ribs. Your stomach receives and holds the food you eat and then helps to break down and digest it. Read More
- Testicular cancer
Testicular cancer occurs in the testicles (testes), which are located inside the scrotum, a loose bag of skin underneath the penis. The testicles produce male sex hormones and sperm for reproduction. Read More
- Testicular cancer (cancer of the testicle)
Pain, swelling or lumps in your testicle or groin area may be a sign or symptom of testicular cancer or other medical conditions requiring treatment. Signs and symptoms of testicular cancer include: A lump or enlargement in either testicle A feeling of heaviness in the scrotum A dull ache in the abdomen or groin A sudden collection of fluid in the scrotum Pain or discomfort in a te Read More
- Tuberculosis (tb)
Tuberculosis (TB) is a potentially serious infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs. The bacteria that cause tuberculosis are spread from person to person through tiny droplets released into the air via coughs and sneezes. Read More
- Urethral cancer
Urethral cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the urethra. The urethra is the tube that carries urine from the bladder to outside the body. In women, the urethra is about 1½ inches long and is just above the vagina. In men, the urethra is about 8 inches long, and goes through the prostate gland and the penis to the outside of the body. In men, the urethra also carries semen. Urethr Read More
- Vaginal cancer
Vaginal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the vagina. The vagina is the canal leading from the cervix (the opening of uterus) to the outside of the body. At birth, a baby passes out of the body through the vagina (also called the birth canal). Vaginal cancer is not common. When found in early stages, it can often be cured. There are two main types of vaginal cancer: Squamous cell carci Read More
- Wm syndrome
WM syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that causes a person to have an increased risk of developing cancer. It is caused by a mutation in the WT1 gene, which regulates the development and function of cells.The risk factors for WM syndrome include having an affected family member or being born with HLHS. If you have one or both of these risk factors, it's important to talk with your doctor about whether you should b Read More
- Xeroderma pigmentosum
The risk factors for xeroderma pigmentosum are exposure to UV light, a family history of the condition, and a genetic mutation in either of the genes that are involved with repairing DNA. If you have xeroderma pigmentosum, you're more likely to get skin cancer than other people. You can also develop cataracts and neurological problems as you get older. Exposure to UV light - You should avoid sunlight as much as possibl Read More