Archive for April, 2008.
Apr 29
Prostate cancer is a very serious disease that is claiming the lives of able and strong people all over the world. The rise in the number of men diagnosed with prostate cancer however is not surprising given the increase in the age of our population. With the baby boomer bubble now reaching around 60 years old, were looking for treatments and natural remedies to deal with this mostly senior disease.
Prostate cancer is typically considered a disease that usually affects men in their later years. This isn’t to say the prostate cancer is ONLY a senior disease as some men have been diagnosed as early as their mid-30s with this type of cancer. There is research to suggest that prostate cancer may at least in part be hereditary. That is, if your father, uncle’s or other close male relatives have or have had prostate cancer, your risk goes up dramatically.
Although agent heredity has been identified as major contributors to the increase in prostate cancer, there are a lot of things we can do to proactively prevent the disease or limit its impact on our lives. This is where natural remedies can really shine.
It’s no secret that a healthy body is better able to fight off disease. It stands to reason than, that a natural, proactive remedy such as staying fit an active can only help.
Add to an active lifestyle, a low-fat diet, along with vitamins, minerals, and supplements to strengthen our immune system, and we have a strong arsenal to fight off many diseases such as prostate cancer. Let’s be clear however, that I’m not suggesting a healthy lifestyle and vitamin supplements can cure cancer or even keep you from getting the disease.
Still, a healthy body, well charged with the necessary vitamins and minerals, can more effectively fight off a variety of illnesses and diseases. And in the event that a disease such as prostate cancer would take hold, a healthy body is better able to withstand the medical treatments that may be necessary to attack and cure the cancerous condition.
So although we may call them natural cures, the alternative medicine approach is much more effective in sustaining our outlook and body to ward off diseases in the first place. No matter how out of shape you may be, start today to make yourself healthier.
Abigail Franks writes on a variety of subjects which include family, health, and home. For more info on alternative answers to prostate cancer visit the site at prostate-cancer-treatment-expert.com/prostate-cancer-and-tomatoes.html prostate-cancer-treatment-expert.com/prostate-cancer-and-tomatoes.html and prostate-cancer-treatment-expert.com/more_articles/prostate-cancer-vitamin-d.php prostate-cancer-treatment-expert.com/more_articles/prostate-cancer-vitamin-d.php.
Apr 29
Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the US. The American Cancer Society estimates that in 2002 alone, approximately 1.3 million Americans received a new diagnosis of cancer, and over 500,000 people died of the disease. Moreover, the FDA has determined that although some scientific research suggests that consumption of antioxidant vitamins and herbs may reduce the risk of certain forms of cancer, this research is limited and not conclusive.
If your doctor gives his approval, here are a few herbs and nutritional supplements that may relieve symptoms of cancer because it contains ,Curcumin-may help fight breast, colon and prostate cancer. Research has found that in the lab, curcumin can enhance cancer-fighting treatment because it contains TRAIL, a naturally occurring molecule that helps kill cancer cells. TRAIL stands for tumor necrosis factor related apoptosis-inducing ligand.
Ashwaganda-has many compounds that have been found to have activity against lung, colon, breast, and central nervous system tumors.
Reishi mushroom-water soluble extracts from Reishi inhibit colon tumors in mice. Reishi may be helpful in advanced-stage cancers and has also shown activity against prostate cancer.
,Green Tea-The polyphenolic compounds in green tea is protective against various forms of cancer. I personally encourage all those around me to drink more green tea to help increase the body’s rate of metabolism; as an added benefit it may also fight against cancer.
Calcium-has been associated with a lower risk of colon cancer.
IP-6-Inositol hexaphosphate (IP-6), is a naturally polyphosphorylated carbohydrate found in beans, brown rice, corn, sesame seeds, wheat bran, and other high fiber foods. IP-6 is a carbohydrate that has been reported to have anticancer activity against numerous tumors, such as colon, prostate, breast, liver and also leukemia. On a website located in the resource box a link is set up to increase your knowledge on cancer topics such as bone and liver cancer. It’s never to late too get on the right track towards consuming nutritious herbs and beneficial supplements.
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Apr 28
After the symptoms are clarified and cancer is detected, many tests and dignosis are done to ascertain the level of spread and the stage.This will be detremental to the method of treatment to prevent its spread. The treatment starts with the general check up and then on the advise of the medical practitioner, you will have to undergo tests ranging from blood tests to surgery.
Tests conducted on the blood and urine samples may be able to give etails on the condition of the patient.In luekemia blood tests define the extent of spread of the diesase by reporting the low platelet counts and low red blood corposilsa and white blood corposils .Marker levels of the tumors may vary on the extent of growth of varying cancers.These laboratry tests are the beginning of investigations of cancer.
The next step is pinpointing the location and size of the current tumor. Various technological advancements have given the advantage to view the body from inside thrugh differnt machines.
Now, before starting treatments, doctors are aware of everything about the tumor- size, location which makes tratment much easier than before.During the process of eliminating the cancer cells the healthy cells are not destroyed.faster and accurate technology is availed by cancer patients so their recovery is less painful and easier.there are various ways of imaging available in today’s hospitals that help the doctor to treat you better.
X rays used to be the most common vay of seeing the bones and growths on them.However, typical xrays are outdated now.They have been replaced by CT scans, MRIs , radionuclide scanning , Ultrasonography.Xray’s have been computerised and called CT scans.MRI or Magnetic resonence imaging seems o be the most popular way of scanning. Magnetic rays encapsule the body ,read by the connected computer to take a series of pictures of the detailed area.It shows intricate detailing of the cancerous cells and other healthy tissues.
In the radionuclide scanning the patient either swallows a radioactive dye or is injected with it depending on the area to be scanned. The connected scanner computerised machine, measures the level of radioactivity in different organs. The growth or tumor areas are highlighted, making detection easier.After the test is over, radioactive substances are absolved by the body.
Ultrasonography is also simple and effective ways to view inside the body without any invasive technique. High frequency sound waves hit the body and bounce back to give an image of the inside organs. The bounced back sound waves produce an echo that forms the picture of the normal and cancerous growth. These entire computer aided scan are viewed on the screen and later printed on the paper for making reports.
Looking at the scan, ascertain the exact position of the tumor growth and then a biopsy is conducted. The removal of tissue samples from the patient’s body to be sent for laboratory testing for cancer by an oncological pathologist is known as Biopsy.
Biopsy is generally conducted through Endoscopy, fine needle test and surgical removal of tissue sample. Endoscopy is when a small camera attached through the tube is put in the body for taking pictures, removal of sample tissue for testing. The fine needle test is done by inserting a long needle into the growth area for sample tests. The surgical biopsy is done when the whole tumor is removed and sent for testing or a portion of the tumor is removed to be sent for biopsy.
After doing these tests, the oncologist is able to make out the extent of spread of cancer in the body. They can also make out whether the cancer is in the beginning stage or advanced. These diagnostic kits have been of a great help to prevent many more deaths by cancer. Early detection of all cancers is the first step to its cure.
