Esophageal Cancer Tips

Achalasia is a very rare disease. Normally, your esophagus squeezes food down by making the muscular valve in between the stomach and esophagus relax. Achalasia occurs when this muscular valve is unable to relax and thus the esophagus is unable to squeeze the food down. The most common reason why this happens is because the nerves in your esophagus are damaged. The nerves most commonly get damaged because of abnormalities in the way your immune system responds. Till now, there is no cure to acha...more

What is colorectal cancer?

A type of cancer that develops in the cells of the colon or rectum is called colorectal cancer, commonly referred to as colon cancer.

Types of colorectal cancer

The two main types of colorectal cancer are:



Adenocarcinoma: around 95% of instances of colorectal cancer are of this kind, making it the most prevalent. If untreated, it can spread to other organs and starts in the cells that line the colon or rectum.

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Immune system in the body is also made by a system called the lymphatic system. This system fights with germ near tissue in the body and also it penetrates deep to defend the body. A certain type of cancer called hodgkin lymphoma affects the whole lymphatic system. ;

When hodgkin lymphoma happens to the body the lymphocytes also known as white blood cells increase in number so excessively like a cancer growth. This increase in number causes the lymph nodes to swell a...more

पौष्टिक तत्वों की कमी और कन्या कारणों से शरीर में कई तरह की बीमारियां होने की संभावना रहती है। इनमें से कुछ बीमारियां तो इतनी खतरनाक होती हैं, जिसमें इंसान की जान तक चली जाती है। ऐसी ही एक बीमारी है हॉजकिन लिंफोमा। इस बीमारी की गिनती भी खतरनाक बीमारियों में ही की जाती है। चलिए इस बीमारी के विषय में सारांश से चर्चा करते हैं और इस बीमारी के लक्षणों और इलाज के बारे में जानते हैं। साथ ही यह भी जानते हैं कि आखिर यह बीमारी क्यों होती है।

क्या है हॉजकिन लिंफोमा
दरअसल, हॉजकिन लिंफोमा एक प्र...more

Pancreatic cancer, this type of cancer ;originates in the pancreas, the organ that lies behind the lower portion of your stomach. Abnormal cells start to grow and divide to form tumours. Over time, the disease may spread to other parts or organs of the body, making it hard to treat.

Knowing all about pancreatic cancer will give you an idea of the signs and risks of the disease. Here are a few facts you probably never knew about this grave illness:



Cancer of the pan...more

India is slowing making its way towards the top listed countries with the maximum number of cancer ;patients. It actually ranks third in the world after china and the usa. The statistics are alarming. While genes play a part in determining who will contract cancer and who won t, you can still reduce your chances of getting it, if you spot the signs early on and seek treatment right away. Read on to learn about the most common types of cancer in the country and some of their symptoms.

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Minimal invasive surgery for rectal cancers has gained immense popularity and acceptance over open surgery in the last decade. Modern laparoscopic surgery is associated with minimal blood loss and pain with better short-term outcomes. The procedure ensures a speedy recovery and a decreased hospital stay. However, laparoscopic surgery has also been linked to high conversion rates (up to 29%) to open surgery, and those who were converted showed suboptimal outcomes.

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A polyp is a cauliflower-like growth on the skin or the mucosal surface. Colon is the medical term for the larger intestine and the rectum. A growth on the mucosal surface of this part of the intestine is known as a colon polyp. Although not visible, colon polyps is present with symptoms, which can lead to their diagnosis. The main cause for concern is that some colon polyps can turn into colorectal cancer, which is the third largest cancer in America.

Types: There are two main types of...more

Who is at risk?
All patients having cirrhosis.
It happens in non cirrhotics too.

What causes of cirrhosis commonly lead to hcc?
Hepatitis b related cirrhosis (most likely), hepatitis c, alcoholic cirrhosis, nash.

Is liver cancer curable?
Yes if diagnosed at an early stage.

Is there any treatment option for advanced hcc?
Yes there are options which can prolong the survival.

How to screen?
All cirrhotics need to get and ultrasound once a ...more

Oral cancer is commonly known as mouth cancer. It is a type of cancer that develops in any part of the mouth or oral cavity.

It may occur on the:

Gums

Tongue

Lips

The roof of the mouth

The inner lining of the cheeks

The floor of the mouth

Under the tongue

Oral cancer is painful and often fatal. It can happen due to various reasons. Cancerous tissues might grow right in the mouth or metastasize from a nearby location...more

According to the American Cancer Society and Colon Cancer Alliance, colon cancer, which is also referred to as colorectal cancer is regarded as the third most commonly diagnosed type of cancer, as well as the second most important reason of cancer deaths in the U.S. affecting both men and women. But thankfully, colon cancer can be prevented by changing the food habits. It is also important to get regular screenings through colonoscopy, which will help you to determine the early or precancerous s...more