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A Regular Colon Cleanse Needn’t Be Invasive Or Expensive Author: Margaret Stevens

At 35 with two kids I wasstruggling to stay in shape despite my regular dog walks every day. This clearly wasn’t enough any more. I’d read about the benefits of having a colon cleanse in my local newspaper but did’nt really fancy the invasive process obviously.

After some extensive research I came across an article at www. colon clens.info whereby a lady had combined two powerful but natural based products to help in her diet regime. I was immediately interested so decided to follow her advice and give it a shot.

Sceptical at first I applied for the free trials and was accepted.

My supplements arrived a few days later and I was eager to get started as my daughter’s wedding was looming and I wanted to look my best.

I started taking the colon cleanse supplements and the Acai also. I cut out most of the fatty foods but ate about the same amount of calories and amazingly I began to notice a differance after 5-6 days.

I weighed myself every day and after 6 days I had lost 6 lbs and I was feling good.

30 days have passed and I’ve lost a little over 15lbs which was my totaltarget weight loss I wanted to reach after 60 days so I’m there already. I can’t thank the lady from Atlanta enough for sharing this exciting new remedy although I’m not sure wether to keep using the free supplements or stop, I don’t want to be too skinny…

As a last note. Colonic irrigation would have cost me over $1500 and I would have had to endure the embarrasing indignity.

This program cost me a total of 7.78 in shipping and handling and I’ve never felt better in many years.

How Can You Treat Mesothelioma Cancer Pain? Author: Bello kamorudeen

Mesothelioma cancer often causes pain for the victims and you need to know how best to manage the pain so that the stress usually caused by the pain will be relived. You will have to inform your doctor and medical team about the pain so that they can help you overcome the pain.

Your doctor will want to find out more about what is causing your pain because that will affect how the pain is treated. Drugs, procedures, cancer treatments, or even surgeries may be used in special ways to manage your pain.

If you have severe pain, your doctor or your cancer team will want to find treatment that best relieves your pain with the fewest side effects. You will need to stay in touch and let the doctor know how the pain treatment is working and how you are doing day to day. The goal is an effective pain control plan that works for you.

Cancer pain is usually treated with drugs that are called analgesics. You can buy some very good pain relievers without a prescription or doctor’s order (for example, aspirin, acetaminophen, or ibuprofen). These medicines are also called non-prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) analgesics. OTC pain medicines can be used alone for mild pain, and along with other medicines for more severe pain. For other medicines, you will need a prescription. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist for advice before you take any medicine for pain. Medicines are mostly safe when they are used properly, but they can be very harmful if not managed carefully.

For some conditions, medicines and non-medical treatments may not work well. But there are special pain treatments that can often be used for these kinds of cancer pain. For instance, doctors may use radiation to shrink the tumor; surgery to remove all or part of the tumor; nerve blocks in which medicine is injected into or around a nerve or into the spine to block the pain; neurosurgery, where nerves are cut to relieve the pain, and more.

You may also use non-medical treatments such as relaxation techniques, biofeedback, guided imagery, and others along with the medicines.

You need to develop a pain control plan:

The first step in developing a plan is talking with your doctor, nurse, and pharmacist about your pain. You need to be able to describe your pain to your family or friends too. You may want to have your family or friends help you talk to your health care team about your pain, especially if you are too tired or in too much pain to talk to them yourself.

Using a pain scale is helpful in describing how much pain you are feeling. To use the Pain Intensity Scale below, try to assign a number from 0 to 10 to your pain level. If you have no pain, use a 0. As the numbers get higher, they stand for pain that is getting worse. A 10 means it is the worst pain you can imagine.

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
0- no pain
10-worst pain

For example, you could say, “My pain is a 7 on a scale of 0 to 10.”

Tell your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, and family or friends:

* where you feel pain
* what is the nature of the pain,how does it feel like? is the pain sharp, dull, throbbing, gnawing, burning, shooting, or steady?
* how strong the pain is (using the 0 to10 scale)
* how long it lasts
* what eases the pain
* what makes the pain worse
* how the pain affects your daily life
* what medicines you are taking for the pain and how much relief you get from them

Your doctor, nurse, and pharmacist may also need to know:

* the medicines you are taking now, including vitamins, minerals, herbs, and non-prescription medicines

* the pain medicines you have taken in the past, including what has worked and not worked for you. You may want to keep records of this information.

* any known allergies to medicines, foods, dyes, or additives

When you go to the doctor, bring all your medicines, vitamins, minerals, herbs, and non-prescription drugs with you. Show them to the doctor and explain how you take them. Questions you may want to ask your doctor or nurse about pain medicine:

* How much medicine should I take? what is the normal dose?

* If my pain is not relieved, can I take more?what is the maximum dose that i can take?

* If the dose should be increased, by how much?

* Should I call you before increasing the dose?

* What if I forget to take it or take it too late?

* Should I take my medicine with food?

* How much liquid should I drink with the medicine?

* How soon will i begin to notice the effects of these pain medications?

* Is it safe to drink alcohol, drive, or operate machinery after I have taken pain medicine?

* Are there some other medications that are safe to take with these pain medications?

* What medicines should make sure i avoid while i am on these pain medications?

* What are the likely side effects of the drugs and how can they be prevented ? and how can they be managed?

Lung Cancer Survival Rate – What do you need to know about nutrition plan to avoid lung cancer? Food to improve lung cancer survival rate Author: erica saw

Lung Cancer Survival Rate – As we know, the survival rate of people with lung cancer in comparison to the general population relative to 5-year lung cancer survival rate is low and it is varies from 5% to 16% internationally.

Several factors influence lung cancer survival rate. Firstly at stage it is at when diagnosed, condition of the patient when diagnosed is playing the key role in lung cancer survival rate. Cancer survival is usually expressed in terms of a five-year survival rate, which is the percentage of patients with cancer who survive at least five years after their cancer is diagnosed.

What do you know about lung cancer nutrition plan? There is a constant plan which gives lung cancer patient a nutrition way to improve their surviving rate. There are couples of nutrition foods that I am going to discuss here and hopefully can help some of the patients out there. These type of nutrition foods are easily to get and can benefit lung cancer patient.

Nutrition Plan for Lung Cancer Patient Lung Cancer Nutrition Plan.

- Consumption of green leafy vegetables and carrots has been strongly correlated with a reduction in the risk of lung cancer. The protective effect persisted after tobacco use was removed as a possible confounder of results.

- Consumption of cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, mustard greens, turnips, and rutabagas) has been suggested as having a protective effect against cancer of the aerodigestive tract, owing to their high content glucosinolates. Prospective cohort studies and case-control studies have yielded mixed results. However, consumption of Brassica vegetables, particularly cabbage, appears to have an inverse association with cancer risk.

- Other types of food – meat, fish, eggs, and legumes – have not been shown to have a protective effect. A cohort study conducted in The Netherlands found no relation between the consumption of onions, leeks, or garlic and a reduction in risk of lung cancer. An observational study on the consumption of black tea did not show a protective effect against lung cancer.

Green Tea

- Animal studies point to a possible protective effect of the polyphenolic fraction and water extract of green tea. However, results of epidemiologic studies on the role of green tea in lung cancer prevention remain inconclusive. Green tea has been shown to inhibit the formation of DNA strand and lipid peroxidation in cultured human lung cells, and its consumption with meals may inhibit the formation of nitrosamines. In animal studies, green tea reduced lung oncogene expression and was very effective in inhibiting lung carcinogenesis induced by asbestos and benzo[a]pyrene. Results of human studies are contradictory. Better-designed studies are needed to evaluate the effect of green tea for cancer prevention. Although green tea is considered safe, precautions should be taken to limit its intake in pregnant and lactating women because of its significant caffeine content.

Ginseng Cancer Treatment.

- Results of animal studies of ginseng in cancer suggest variable outcomes based on the type and age of ginseng used. The majority of studies have indicated a tendency for Panax ginseng to decrease the incidence of lung cancer. In laboratory studies, an acidic polysaccharide, ginsan, was found to be safe and effective in lowering the incidence of lung cancer; a purified ginseng saponin also resulted in G1 phase arrest with progression to apoptosis.Human studies showed a dose-response inhibitory effect. Smokers who used ginseng had a lower odds ratio (OR) of developing lung cancer than nonusers; these results were substantiated by a cohort study (relative risk [RR] 0.3; 95% confidence interval). The available evidence points to a significant preventive effect against cancer for Panax ginseng. Overall improve lung cancer survival rate.

What Are the Two Main Causes of Mesothelioma Cancer Pain? Author: Bello kamorudeen

Pain is most often caused by the mesothelioma cancer itself.Mesothelioma pain can also be due to the treatment or the tests done to diagnose cancer. You may also have pain that has nothing to do with your cancer or its treatment. Like anyone, you can get headaches, muscle strains, and other aches and pains.

1- Pain from the cancer

The type and the intensity of the pain you will experience depends on the stage of the cancer and your own pain threshold{tolerance for pain},we all have different to tolerance levels for pain.Most of the pain from the mesothelioma cancer is a as result of the tumor pressing on other sensitive organs like nerves, bones and other body organs.The more advanced the cancer the more likely the tumor will cause pain.

Spinal cord compression: When the tumor spreads to the spine, it can press on the spinal cord. This is called spinal cord compression. This pressure causes pain. It must be treated quickly to keep you from losing control of your bladder or bowel or being paralyzed. The first sign of the compression is usually back and/or neck pain. Coughing, sneezing, or other movements often make it worse. If you have this pain, get help right away. Your doctor can treat the cause of the pain and also give you medicine to relieve the pain. If you are treated for the compression soon after the pain begins, you can usually avoid serious outcomes such as bladder or bowel problems. Treatments usually involve radiation therapy to shrink the tumor. Or you may have surgery to remove the tumor followed by radiation.

Bone pain: This type of pain can happen when cancer spreads to the bones. Treatment may be aimed at controlling the cancer, or it can focus on the affected bones. External radiation may be aimed at the weakened bone. Sometimes a radioactive medicine is given that settles in the affected areas of bone and help to make them stronger. Bisphosphonates are other medicines that can help make diseased bones stronger and help keep bones from breaking. These are examples of treatments that are aimed at stopping the cause of the bone pain. You may still need opioids or other pain medicines, but sometimes these treatments can greatly reduce your pain.

2- Pain from procedures and surgery

Procedures and testing: Some tests used to diagnose cancer and to see how well the treatment is working are painful. If you and your doctors agree that such a procedure is needed, concern about pain should not keep you from having it done. Usually any pain you have during and after the procedure can be relieved. Your needs and the type of procedure to be done should dictate the kinds of medicine you can get for the pain. You may be told that the pain from the procedure can’t be avoided or that it won’t last long. Even so, you should ask for pain medicine if you need it.

Surgical pain: Surgery is often used to treat cancers that grow as solid tumors, but other treatments such as radiation or chemotherapy may also be given. Depending on the kind of surgery you have, some amount of pain is usually expected. Doctors prescribe pain medicines so that you do not have to be in pain when your surgery is over. If you tell your doctor or nurse that you are hurting after surgery, you can almost always get medicine to treat it right away. Pain due to surgery can last from a few days to a few weeks, depending on how extensive the surgery was.

Pain from other cancer treatments

Chemotherapy and radiotherapy treatments can also cause pain in some people.This pain might discourage you from continuing with the treatment if it is not managed well. Talk to your doctor or nurse about any changes you notice or any pain you have. Some of the types of pain that can be caused by chemotherapy and radiotherapy are:

Peripheral neuropathy (PN): This condition refers to pain, burning, tingling, numbness, weakness, clumsiness, trouble walking, or unusual sensations in the hands and arms or legs and feet. Peripheral neuropathy can be caused by certain types of chemotherapy, though vitamin deficiencies, the cancer, and other problems can also cause it. Be sure and tell your doctor right away if you notice these kinds of problems.

Mouth sores (stomatitis or mucositis): Chemotherapy can cause sores and pain in the mouth and throat. The pain can be severe enough that people have trouble eating and drinking.

Radiation mucositis and other radiation injuries: Pain from external beam radiation depends on the part of the body that is treated. It can cause skin burns, mucositis (mouth sores), and scarring, all of which can result in pain. The throat, intestine, and bladder are also prone to radiation injury and you may have pain if these areas are treated.

Signs Of Prostate Cancer Author: Devon Carney

An enlarged prostate is known as benign prostatic hyperplasia. Generally a man experiences an enlarged prostate after the age of 40 and it is among the commonest health Problems in men over the age of sixty.

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The prostate gland is a little gland that surrounds the urethra, carries piss from the bladder to the tip of the penis where it is excreted, and secretes a fluid that helps to nourish the sperm. When men experience enlargement of the prostate, the gland can begin to press on the urethra which could cause the male to experience urination Problems.
The precise reason for the growth is unknown. Hereditary factors and male hormones, among other things can play a role in the development of an enlarged prostate.
Pressure can be put on the urethra causing urination Problems. Blockage of the urinary tract can cause repeated urinary tract infections. The bladder won’t be able to compensate for the issue associated with the urethra and the prostate gland ; therefore the bladder might not be ready to completely empty. This can cause a sense of urgency or a feeling like you still need to urinate even after you have already done so.
Treatment for an enlarged prostate may simply entail an annual examination to be certain that you aren’t developing further complications from the condition. If the condition gets worse, you may have to suffer surgery or other hospital therapy. Sometimes observation is all that is required. In non-serious cases, surgery may be commended to help with the difficulty.
If you experience any of the signs or indications of the condition, you will want to schedule an appointment with your doctor. A physical may simply need to observe your condition to find out how it advances or deteriorates.
If you experience the absence of urination, blood in the piss, or back discomfort, seek medical attention as soon as possible . Lumbar region discomfort may be a consequence of inadequate working of the kidneys and absence of urination is life-endangering.
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How Do You Cope With Depression in Mesothelioma? Author: Bello kamorudeen

Most patients, families, and caregivers face some degree of depression, anxiety, and fear when mesothelioma becomes part of their lives. These feelings are normal responses to such a life-changing experience.

In people with this type of cancer, these feelings may be caused by many things, including changes in how they are able to fill family or work roles, the loss of control over life events, body image changes, fear of death, fear of suffering and pain, or fear of the unknown. Family members may have these feelings because they are afraid of losing their loved one. They may also feel angry because someone they love has cancer, frustrated that they cannot “do enough,” or stressed because they have to do more at home.

It’s important to remember that people can feel distress at any time after cancer diagnosis and treatment, even many years after the cancer is treated. As their health situations change, people with cancer must cope with new stressors along with the old, and their feelings often change, too. For instance, people with advanced mesothelioma cancer may have more emotional distress than those with earlier-stage mesothelioma cancers.

People who have physical symptoms such as pain, nausea, or extreme tiredness (fatigue) also seem more likely to have emotional distress. Most of the time, these physical symptoms can be controlled with medicines but it may take more than one try to find the right drug or combination of drugs. This is one reason to stay in touch with your cancer care team, so that they can help you with these kinds of symptoms before you feel overwhelmed.

It is normal to grieve over the changes that cancer brings to a person’s life. The future, which may have seemed so sure before, now becomes uncertain. Some dreams and plans may be lost forever. But if you are caring for a person who has been sad for a long time or is having trouble carrying out day-to-day activities, that person may have clinical depression. In fact, up to 1 in 4 people with cancer do have clinical depression. Clinical depression causes great distress, impairs functioning, and may even make the person with cancer less able to follow their cancer treatment plan. The good news is that clinical depression can be treated.

If you are caring for someone who has symptoms of clinical depression, encourage him or her to get help. There are many treatments for clinical depression including medicines, counseling, or a combination of both. Treatments can reduce suffering and improve your loved one’s quality of life.

Symptoms of clinical depression

-ongoing sad or “empty” mood for most of the day

-loss of interest or pleasure in almost all activities most of the time

-major weight loss (when not dieting) or weight gain

- being “slowed down” or restless and agitated almost every day, enough for others to notice

-extreme tiredness (fatigue) or loss of energy

-trouble sleeping with early waking, sleeping too much, or not being able to sleep

- trouble focusing thoughts, remembering, or making decisions

-feeling guilty, worthless, or helpless

- frequent thoughts of death or suicide (not just fear of death), suicide plans or attempts

Keep in mind that some of these symptoms, such as weight changes, fatigue, or even forgetfulness can be caused by cancer treatment. But if 5 or more of these symptoms happen nearly every day for 2 weeks or more, or are severe enough to interfere with normal activities, encourage the person you are caring for to be checked for clinical depression by a qualified health or mental health professional. If your loved one tries to hurt himself or herself, or has a plan to do so, get help right away.

Steps to take to overcome the depression are:

-Encourage the depressed person to continue treatment until symptoms improve, or to talk to the doctor about different treatment if there is no improvement after 2 or 3 weeks.

-Promote physical activity, especially mild exercise such as daily walks.

-Help make appointments for mental health treatment, if needed.

-Provide transportation for treatment, if needed.

-Engage your loved one in conversation and other activities they enjoy.

-Realize that negative thinking is one of the symptoms of depression and should get better with treatment.

-Reassure your loved one that with time and treatment, he or she will begin to feel better.

Keep in mind that caregivers and family members can also become depressed. If you suspect you may be depressed, see a doctor. Make time to get the help and support you need. If you notice symptoms in another friend or family member, try to get them help.

Prostate-Specific Antigen Author: Devon Carney

Example of an ultrasound impacted by prostate trouble. Cancer develops from the tissues of the prostate, a gland in the male reproductive system when cells will mutate to spread so uncontrollably.

These can spread ( metastasize is ) in migrating from the prostate to other parts of the body ( particularly bones and lymph nodes ).

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Prostate cancer happens with no regard for benign prostatic hypertrophy ( or prostate adenoma ).

Prostate problems can cause agony, difficulty urinating, penile dysfunction and other symptoms. Treatment is by surgery, radiotherapy, hormone treatment and sometimes chemotherapy, or combination of these strategies.
The rate of breast cancer varies widely internationally. It is less widespread in South Far East and Far East, commoner in Europe and even the united states.

This is the type of cancer most typical in men, where he is responsible for more deaths than any other cancer ( except lung cancer ). However many men who develop prostate cancer symptoms do not, do not undergo any therapy and die for other reasons. Many factors of genetic origin, toxicological and diet-related appear involved in the development of this cancer.

In 3% of cases, this cancer will be lethal.
There are serious differences in the expression of this cancer, which appears commoner among the black man, or where the family has a history pathological with this condition. From 1983-2002, while deaths from cancer were generally higher in the Caribbean city, deaths from prostate trouble and stomach were twice as often found in the Caribbean in the mainland ( while colorectal cancer and lung cancer were three times less frequent ). is not ).
The causes are not known with precision.
There is a genetic predisposition and the presence of certain genes seems slightly interrelated with the commencement of the disease.
Nutritional causes were debated with a probably protecting role of lycopene. In a similar fashion, exercise may have a barely protecting effect and tobacco a deleterious effect.
Usually, prostate trouble is asymptomatic, ie it is discovered when it does not own event to it. It is most frequently found :

During blood tests, including investigation of the PSA ( express antigen for prostate, whose predictive price and use, without proved benefit to public health, has just been questioned ). This property has raised many hopes vis screening. The blood level of PSA can be increased by lots of other factors ( the prostate volume, infections and / or swelling, the mechanical ( digital anal other ) … ) or reduced by certain treatments for benign hypertrophy ( ministered ). The thresholds of significance therefore are tricky to establish. It is recognized rates of PSA between four and ten ng / ml are doubtful, but it is obviously major beyond. Some authors have proposed to bring the rate to its precise weight of the prostate, or appraise the free PSA / total PSA, or the kinetic growth rate over 2 years. Scorer still doubtful for screening, the PSA level is, however a key indicator for monitoring and treatment of cancers reported. .
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Prostate Cancer Author: mikewil

Prostate cancer refers to a form of cancer that is caused in the prostate, a gland in the male reproduction organs. This cancer cell has the chances of spreading to other parts of the body, especially the nodes and bones. This prostate is located under the urinary bladder, surrounded by the urethra, in front of the rectum. The prostate contains the cells that help in producing the seminal fluid; this helps in nourishing and protecting the sperm cells and supports the ejaculatory ducts. The male hormones help in maintain the prostate gland that grows to its normal size until a man reaches his adulthood.

This cancer develops normally in the outer part of the prostate. It is the most commonly detected type of cancer found in men above the age of 50. Normally, it grows very slowly in most men. Many men with this cancer do not even know that they are affected by this condition. Majority of the patients suffering from this cancer can live for a long time without any disruption in their life. When the cancer spreads it is called metastasis.

Early signs of prostate cancer are absolutely none. Often the diagnosis is done during a routine checkup. The symptoms of such a disease is frequent urination, increases urination especially at night, difficulty in starting and maintain the steady flow of urination, blood in the urine, and painful urination. This cancer could also affect the sexual life of an individual leading to difficulties in sexual performances and sexual function and also difficulty in achieving erection and resulting in painful ejaculation.

The most commonly found symptoms due to it being spread are extreme bone pain, or pain in ribs and pelvis. Prostate cancer could also spread in the spine which results in the compression of the spinal cord. Prostate cancer requires adequate treatment before it could spread, prevention is better than cure.

What is the Role of Meditation in Mesothelioma Treatment? Author: Bello kamorudeen

Meditation is a mind-body process that uses concentration or reflection to relax the body and calm the mind. It has been defined as the intentional self-regulation of attention, a mental focus on a particular aspect of one’s inner or outer experience.

Meditation is one of several relaxation methods evaluated and found to be of possible benefit to people living with cancer it might be a useful complementary therapy for treating chronic pain and sleeping problems such as insomnia that are sometimes associated with mesothelioma cancer .

Some mesothelioma cancer treatment centers offer meditation or relaxation therapy with standard medical care. Available scientific evidence does not suggest that meditation is effective in treating mesothelioma or any other disease however, it has however been found to improve the quality of life of people with mesothelioma cancer.

It has been recorded that regular meditation can reduce chronic pain, anxiety, high blood pressure, cholesterol, substance abuse, post-traumatic stress disorder , and blood cortisol levels that are increased by stress (sometimes called “stress hormones”).

Practitioners also claim meditation improves mood, immune function, and fertility. Supporters further claim meditation increases mental efficiency and alertness and raises self-awareness, all of which contribute to relaxation.

There are different forms of meditation. Meditation may be done while sitting, but there are also moving forms of meditation, like tai chi, qigong, walking, and the Japanese martial art aikido. One commonly practiced type is Transcendental Meditation, which involves repeating a word or phrase, called a mantra, either silently or aloud. Another is mindfulness meditation, in which a person observes sensations, perceptions, and thoughts without judgment as they arise. There are other types of meditation that focus one’s attention through walking or visualizing.

Meditations that focus on words or images and do not strive for a state of thoughtless awareness are sometimes called quasimeditative. Meditation can be self-directed, or guided by doctors, psychiatrists, other mental health professionals, or yoga masters. It can also be guided by masters from different schools of meditation (for example, Zen meditation, Tibetan meditation, Transcendental Meditation), as well as those from tai chi and martial arts.

Meditation may be done by choosing a quiet place free from distraction, sitting or resting quietly with eyes closed, noticing one’s breathing and physical sensations, and letting go of all intruding thoughts. The person may also achieve a relaxed yet alert state by focusing on a pleasant idea or thought, or by chanting a phrase or special sound silently or aloud. The ultimate goal of meditation is to separate oneself mentally from the outside world by suspending the usual stream of consciousness. Some practitioners recommend two sessions of fifteen to twenty minutes a day.

In the last twenty years, meditation has been studied in clinical trials as a way of reducing stress on both the mind and body. Research shows that meditation can help reduce anxiety, stress, blood pressure, chronic pain, and insomnia.

Studies of mindfulness meditation found that it seemed to help with symptoms of anxiety.

Studies have shown that meditation reduces the symptoms of stress and emotional disturbance in mesothelioma patients. Some studies have also suggested that more meditation improves the chance of a positive outcome for the cancer patients.

Complications are rare, however, a small number of people who meditate have become disoriented or anxious and experienced some negative feelings. People with certain types of mental illness may be more likely to have these responses. You should talk with their doctors before starting any type of meditation that involves movement of joints and muscles, such as qigong or martial arts.

In conclusion, even if you decide to start meditation you should not abandon your conventional medical care for mesothelioma cancer as this might lead to bad outcome for you.

KIDNEY CANCER: SYMPTOMS, DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENTS Author: Mark Feneley

Kidneys are a pair of bean-shaped organs located on each side of the spinal column in the upper abdomen. Kidneys are responsible for performing a multitude of functions, including removal of waste and toxins from the bloodstream, controlling blood pressure and maintaining the electrolyte concentration. Like any other organ in the body, the kidneys are susceptible to the development of malignant cells or cancer. There are several types of kidney cancer that have been detected while performing diagnostic procedures for various health conditions.

Kidney cancer is mainly caused by the development of tumor cells in the nephron and other kidney tissues. The general symptoms are blood in urine, back pain, weight loss and general fatigue. Kidney cancer can be treated by surgical removal of the affected portion or kidney, if it is diagnosed at the right time.

Researchers are of the opinion that frequent exposure to chemical toxins, smoking and side effects of certain medications are the triggering factors for the development of kidney cancer. People who smoke have 2-4 times higher risk of getting kidney cancer than the non-smokers. Also some other risk factors of kidney cancer include age, sex, occupation, kidney problems, prolonged dialysis, obesity, hypertension and certain genetic disorders. The exact cause of kidney cancer is not known yet.

Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) and transitional cell carcinoma are mostly observed among adults, whereas, in children the most common form of kidney cancer is Wilms’ tumor. Kidney cancer does not cause any noticeable symptoms in the early stages.

SYMPTOMS

In the later stages, kidney cancer signs and symptoms could include:

1. Blood in your urine, which may appear pink, red or cola-coloured
2. Back pain just below the ribs that doesn’t go away
3. Weight loss
4. Fatigue, and
5. Intermittent fever

DIAGNOSIS

Early diagnosis of kidney cancer is rare as there are no significant symptoms. If the physician suspects for any type of kidney cancer, he may perform certain diagnostic tests like urine analysis, blood tests, biopsy, chest X-ray, ultrasound, MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scan, intravenous pyelogram (IVP) and bone scan.

On the basis of the results, the physician assigns stages to kidney cancer;

Stage I is when the tumor is small and present in the kidney,

Stage II is a large tumor in kidney,

Stage III is characterized by spreading of cancer to nearby tissues other than kidney and

Stage IV is when tumor spreads to distant organs of the body.

One of the more approachable and experienced physicians at the London Hospitals is Mr. Mark Feneley who has a general urological practice as well as a specialist practice in urological cancer. His consultations cover a wide variety of urological symptoms and conditions, and ensure a balanced discussion of benefits and possible risks when interventions are being considered.