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Symptoms of breast cancer include a lump in the breast, bloody discharge from the nipple and changes in the shape or texture of the nipple or breast.

There is no need for surgery, for disc bulge/prolapse/herniation/sciatica.
Manual therapist can push the disc back to it's normal place. 

With the recent number of breast cancer cases on the rise, it is important that we should get the examination done on a regular basis as a preventive measure. Even if someone is suffering from it, it is important that we should make an effort and learn about.

If you have breast cancer then a surgery will be part of your treatment. Based on the condition, surgery will be carried out due to any of the following reasons :

1. To remove the cancerous tissues from the breast
2. To reconstruct the breast once the cancer is removed
3. To check whether the cancer has spread to the lymph nodes below the arm
4. To treat symptoms of cancer that has progressed to an advanced stage

Breast cancer surgery may be classified into two types

1. Mastectomy: Mastectomy involves removing the entire breast; tissues in the adjoining region may also be removed. A double mastectomy is a procedure where both the breasts are removed.
2. Breast-conserving surgery: In this surgery, only parts of the breast affected by cancer are removed. The area of the breast that is to be removed will depend on the severity of the cancer. Some healthy tissues may also be removed in this surgery.

Usually, if a woman is in the initial stages of cancer then she may opt for the latter as it entails removing parts of the breast. They may also undergo radiation therapy along with these surgeries.
For checking if the cancer has spread to the lymph nodes below the arm, the lymph nodes are removed from the body. Once they are removed, they are studied under a microscope to check if it has spread, if yes then the extent of their damage. This procedure is carried out along with the surgery to remove the cancer.

Once the mastectomy procedure is completed, you can opt for a breast reconstruction surgery to rebuild the area. You may opt for this procedure at the time of breast cancer removal or at a later stage. If you are considering breast reconstruction surgery then you should discuss it with your surgeon.

Surgery is sometimes not used to treat cancer, but in slowing the progression of cancer or even reducing its symptoms.It is important you talk to your surgeon before the procedure to understand the goal of the surgery.

Being diagnosed with cancer is a scary thought but with medical intervention, most breast cancer cases can be treated. The most common forms of treatment are radiation and chemotherapy. Along with this, there are many forms of alternative and complementary treatment that may be followed. This can help reduce the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation and boost the immune system. Here are some things you can do as an alternative and complementary form of treatment.

1. Have a special diet: Having a healthy, well-balanced diet is necessary for everyone. This becomes more important when a person is recovering from cancer. Foods that have a high level of saturated fats and salt should be avoided. Intake of smoked, highly processed and pickled foods should also be reduced. On the other hand, you should increase your intake of vegetables, fruits and other foods derived directly from plants.
2. Get your antioxidants: Antioxidants can protect a person from the damage caused by free radicals. This aids in the treatment of breast cancer and speeds up the healing process. Some of the antioxidants that can be beneficial in treating breast cancer are vitamins A, C and E, Lycopene and Beta Carotene. This can be found in wild blueberries, pecans, dark chocolate, kidney beans and goji berries. You can also increase your antioxidant consumption with dietary supplements. However, consult your doctor before taking any antioxidant supplements as it can interact with other drugs.
3. Massage therapy: Massages can help relax the mind. They also have a number of other benefits. They are known as immunity boosters and can ease fatigue and pain. Thus a massage can also reduce the need for pain medication. It also helps increase the concentration of white blood cells in cases where women are being treated for stage I and stage II breast cancer.
4. Acupuncture: Acupuncture is an alternative form of treatment that is considered part of traditional Chinese medicine. This involves the placement of sterile, needles that are very thin into specific points on the skin. These are then gently moved to stimulate the nervous system. In some cases, herbal supplements may also be incorporated into the treatment. Acupuncture is believed to help relieve fatigue, control vomiting and hot flashes and reduce pain.

It is important to note that these forms of treatment should not replace medical treatment but should be carried out along with it. You must also ensure that your doctor is aware of any supplements of alternative forms of treatment that you may be taking along with the medical treatment.

Slip disk is a condition of the spinal column which consists of a stack of vertebras from the cervical, thoracic and the lumbar spine.The bones of the spine are cushioned by disks that are present to absorb shocks. Trauma to the spine may cause the disk to bulge or be ruptured. This may lead to pain in the neck and the back. 

Causes of slip disk

Slip disk is caused when the jelly like substance present in the disks bulges out. The damaged disk thus puts pressure on the adjacent nerve causing excruciating pain. The various causes of a slipped disk are:

1. Incorrect form during exercise

If you are into weight lifting, it is important that you use proper form during exercising. Moves like barbell squat and deadlifts can put pressure on the spine and lead to disk problems, if not done correctly. Make sure you work on your core strength and keep your lower back straight while exercising. 

2. Smoking

Smoking causes the disks to lose their flexibility and thus, increases the risk of slipped disk.

3. Ageing

Ageing decreases the content of water in the spine, thus leading to inflexibility.

Symptoms

The symptoms of slip disk are:
1. Pain on one side of the body that tends to aggravate over time
2. Activities such as sitting and coughing may lead to pressure on the spine causing pain
3. Your range of motion on certain movements may be restricted
4. Pain in the neck while moving it
5. Numbness in the shoulder and the neck region
6. You may experience tingling sensations in the genitals, hips and the legs
7. You may have muscles spasms which lead to sudden contraction of the muscles
8. It may also lead to partial paralysis of the lower body

Prevention

1. If you are overweight, try to reduce weight and then focus on maintaining healthy weight levels
2. Maintain proper posture while sitting or standing
3. Exercise on a regular basis to build strength and keep your joints healthy
4. Don't remain in seated position for an extended period of time. Take small breaks in between to stretch

Treatment of Fibroids Uterus

Homeopathic Treatment of Fibroids Uterus
Acupuncture Treatment of Fibroids Uterus
Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Fibroids Uterus
Surgical Treatment of Fibroids Uterus
Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Fibroids Uterus
Other Treatment of Fibroids Uterus
What is Fibroids Uterus
Symptoms of Fibroids Uterus
Causes of Fibroids Uterus
Risk factors of Fibroids Uterus
Complications of Fibroids Uterus
Lab Investigations and Diagnosis of Fibroids Uterus
 Precautions & Prevention of Fibroids Uterus
Treatment of Fibroids Uterus

Homeopathic Treatment of Fibroids Uterus

The homeopathic remedies for uterine fibroids usually reduce symptoms and also they shrink the tumors. It helps to preserve the fertility of the female. Following are some homeopathic remedies for Fibroids Uterus.

Trillium pendulum
Medorrhinum
Thuja
Silicea
Myrristica Sebifera
Aurum Muriaticum

Acupuncture Treatment of Fibroids Uterus

Acupuncture treatments for fibroids effectively reduce the symptoms and decrease fibroid size. Acupuncture can helps you to conceive naturally. Acupuncture treatment can promote fast recovery and prevent future fibroids from forming. 

Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Fibroids Uterus

The conventional treatment for women 40 years of age and older is hysterectomy and bilateral oophorectomy.

Surgical Treatment of Fibroids Uterus

Myomectomy: A surgical procedure done to remove only the tumors from the uterus.
Embolization: This is a surgical procedure that involves cutting off the blood supply to the fibroid.
Myolysis: A procedure which uses electric shock to shrink the fibroids. 

Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Fibroids Uterus

Eat more green vegetables & fruit

Avoid alcohol, sugar and saturated fats

Get plenty of B vitamins, calcium, magnesium and potassium 

Other Treatment of Fibroids Uterus

Yoga exercises may ease the feelings of heaviness and pressure. 

What is Fibroids Uterus?

Uterine fibroids are tumors which grow from cells forming the muscle of the uterus. Fibroids in the uterus are growths made up of smooth muscle tissue. Most women have them. They are usually so small that they do not cause any discomfort but when they grow too large they can cause bad symptoms. 

Symptoms of Fibroids Uterus

Abnormal bleeding
Intense pain
Pressure in the lower abdomen
Miscarriage
Uncomfortable urination
Difficult to conceive
Backache
Constipation

Causes of Fibroids Uterus

Genetic factor
Higher levels of Hormones like estrogen and progesterone

Risk factors of Fibroids Uterus

Heredity
Obesity
High blood pressure
Oral contraceptives
Age (women age 30 and 50)
Complications of Fibroids Uterus
Excessively heavy bleeding
Severe pain
Urinary tract infections
Cancer and Anemia
Infertility

Diagnosis of Fibroids Uterus

Diagnosis includes below:

Pelvic examination

Test includes: Either CT scan or an ultrasound. 

Precautions & Prevention of Fibroids Uterus

There is no known  Precautions & Prevention for uterine fibroids. But getting regular exercise may help in the  Precautions & Prevention of fibroids uterus.