General
Inherited Diseases and Cancer
An inherited disease is a disease or a disorder that is inherited genetically. They are rare diseases, but if you have one of them you should know that it is possible to have a greater risk of cancer.
People with Fanconi anemia often develop leukemia and other cancers (squamous cell cancers in areas of the body […]
AIDS-related Cancers
AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) is probably the most frightening disease of the century. And there are plenty of reasons for that. Too many people have AIDS and, for now, there is no cure for them. The world is facing, in the last 20 years with the biggest epidemic ever.
The worst thing about this disease is […]
Gastric Cancer – Risk Factors and Prevention
The cause of stomach cancer is unknown. But specialists agree there are factors increasing or decreasing the risk of developing gastric cancer.
Risk factors:
• Age and gender: the disease is more common in men over 55 years old.
Malignant Melanoma – Prevention
Since excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation is one contributing factor to melanoma, it makes common sense to use sun protection. Avoid sun exposure from 10:00 a.m. through 4:00 p.m. when the sun is the strongest.
Malignant Melanoma – Diagnosis and Treatment
Usually, your family doctor will know if your lesion is a simple mole or if it raises any problems. If he/she believes you need further investigations, he/she will arrange for you to see a dermatologist or a plastic surgeon.
Malignant Melanoma – Symptoms and Signs
Malignant melanoma is the most aggressive kind of skin cancer. At current rates, 1 in 74 Americans will develop melanoma during his or her lifetime. In fact, malignant melanoma accounts for 1% of all cancer deaths in US.
