by: Natalie Williams

A lot of people believe cancers just happen. Cancers develop if you follow an unhealthy diet full of cancer causing food over a prolonged period of time. Certain food have a lot of cancer promoting substances called carcinogens. In this article, we shall explore 3 common types of carcinogens present in a typical person's diet, what food we should eat and shouldn't eat to prevent cancer.

Acrylamide In Food: Should I Be Worried?

Acrylamide has been used in industries that specialize in the creation of plastic, manufacturing of food packaging and treatment of contaminated water. Unknown to most of us, scientists recently discoverd that acrylamide can be created during high temperature cooking methods like microwaving, frying, roasting and baking. Acrylamide has been attested to cause cancer in animals but no concrete link has been found to indicate this happens in human beings even though acrylamide is extremely unhealthly for our bodies. French fries have been tested to contain the greatest levels of acrylamide, followed by certain brands of potato chips, breakfast cereals, cookies, brewed coffee and toast bread according to the US FDA/CFSAN 2006 Exposure Assessment for Acrylamide.

Sodium Nitrate: Why You Should Avoid It

Sodium nitrate is a standard food additive of processed meat. It is used to prolong the reddish color of meat to make it look more delicious to eat at the expense of your health. During the digestion process of sodium nitrate, nitrosamine is created and this is what promotes the development of cancer cells. Sodium nitrate can be found in processed meat like hot dogs, bacon, ham, bologna, luncheon meat and pepperoni.

Trans Fat: The Worst Fat In The World

Trans fat or trans-fatty acids (TFAs) ranks as the worst kind of fat. The problem with trans fat is because it was transformed from it's vegetable oil form to a semi-solid state through the use of hydrogen. Some companies do this to save money, to improve flavor stability and to extend the shelf life of their products. Our bodies do not readily take in these hydrogenated oils and it takes a lot of extra energy to try to digest it effectively, as a result, sections of it sticks to our arteries if we do not burn it off through exercise. What's worse, trans fat promotes the development of bad cholesterol and reduces the levels of good cholesterol, increasing your risk of heart disease. Trans fat is frequently found in hydrogenated oils, commercially deep-fried food, food with vegetable shortening, partially hydrogenated oils and pastries.

Eating To Prevent Cancer

It is ideal for all of us to restrict or eliminate our consumption of processed food that contain the 3 carcinogens above and other unhealthy substances such as salt, sugar, cigarettes and alcohol. However, it is not easy for people to choose to have a healthy body over the enjoyment of good food. The decision is up to you to decide which is more important to you. At the minimum, consume as much organic vegetables, fruit and meat as you can. Having a diet made of antioxidants, fiber and nutrients from raw vegetables and fruit should help you steer clear from cancer. As a general rule, eat what nature intended us to eat and avoid man-made food.

About the Author:

Visit Natalie's site CancerArchive.com for more tips on how to prevent cancer, treat cancer and much more.

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From the desk of Dr Magne, author of Cancer Free For Life

A 12-WEEK Cancer Self-Help Program will start at the Gawler Foundation.

The foundation, founded by cancer-survivor Ian Gawler, has for more than 25 years conducted integrated programs in cancer management, disease prevention, self-healing techniques and total wellbeing for body, emotions, mind and spirit.

The foundation’s work focuses on what cancer-affected people can do to help themselves – how to develop peace of mind, how to provide active support, how to get the best from any treatment received and how to get the best from the immune system and self healing techniques.

One of three leaders taking the program said it is a strong conviction of everyone at the Gawler Foundation that there are a great many things that people affected by cancer can do to meet and overcome the many challenges cancer presents.

“My own experience of working with support groups within the community has led me to believe that group support and exploration together can be a powerful healing catalyst,” Ms Sy said.

She said her personal experience of family and friends with cancer has reinforced the importance of having a suitable self-help philosophy and set of values.

The 12-week program provides active educational support not only for people affected with cancer, but their support person as well.

Ms S. said the program is complementary to any mainstream medical treatment and each participant is encouraged to bring a support person with them.

Ian Gawler is a 25+ year survivor of bone cancer. Through these articles, I want to bring you stories of hope. You can survive of cancer. It is no longer a death sentence, and you do have options.

About the Author:

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For well over half a century we have been promised by mainstream medicine that a cure or major breakthrough for cancer was just around the corner. Every year we see promising new drugs and therapies announced. Yet every year we also see more people contract cancer and more people die of cancer.

Instead of focusing on natural and safe methods of prevention and treatment, we continue to treat by using surgery, chemotherapy and radiation to cut out, poison out and burn out the symptoms of cancer while leaving the underlying causes untreated - and we continue to largely ignore the role that proper diet, nutrition and lifestyle plays in preventing and helping cure cancer.

Although surgery does have some success against a limited number of cancers, chemo and radiation achieve at best a 3% increase in length of survival and true cures from cancer (meaning that the patient becomes completely cancer free and the cancer never returns). The fact is that for those who are diagnosed with cancer, after the third year the survival rate for those who had no treatment at all increases steadily and for those who had mainstream treatment it decreases steadily.

Sources: Dr. Ralph Moss and Webster Kehr, the "Cancer Tutor"

Despite the dismal record, those in the $300 Billion a year cancer industry appear determined to maintain a stranglehold on treatment. One way they do so is to suppress natural alternatives. Another is to misreport their success rates by altering statistics to make their success appear to be much better than it actually is.

Here are six ways that mainstream medicine misreports their statistics:

1. By re-defining "cure" as "alive five years after diagnosis: instead of using the word's real meaning, which is "cancer-free". Thus a patient could still have cancer the entire five years and die one day after the 5th anniversary date of diagnosis and still be recorded as a cure.

2. By simply omitting certain groups of people, such as African Americans, or by omitting certain types of cancer, such as all lung cancers patients, from their statistical calculations.

3. By including types of cancer that are not life-threatening and are easily curable, such as skin cancers and DCIS.

The statistics most commonly reported include many such easily curable cancers, such as localized cancers of the cervix, non-spreading cancers and melanomas, as well as "cancers" that many feel are not true cancers at all, merely pre-cances. For example, DCIS is a pre-cancerous condition that is 99% curable and makes up 30% of all breast cancers. Deduct that 30% from the breast cancer cure rates and survival statistics and and the figures are much less impressive.

4. By allowing earlier detection to erroneously imply longer survival.

5. By deleting patients from cancer treatment studies who die too soon, even if that is on the 89th day of a 90 day chemotherapy protocol.

6. By using a questionable adjustment called "relative survival rate" where they get to deduct a certain number of cancer victims who statistics say would have died during the five years of other causes such as heart attacks, car wrecks, etc.

Source: Tanya Harter Pierce "Outsmart Your Cancer"

These outrageous "fudges", as Ms. Harter too kindly calls them, have all been incorporated into cancer cure statistics to hide the fact that the war on cancer has been hopelessly lost and wrongly waged. In the opinion of many who are far more knowledgeable and qualified than I am, the so-called War on Cancer is little more than a hoax.

"Everyone should know that most cancer research is largely a fraud and that the major cancer research organisations are derelict in their duties to the people who support them." - Linus Pauling PhD (Two-time Nobel Prize winner).

"The National Anti-Cancer Program is a bunch of sh*t." - James Watson, Nobel Laureate for Medicine in 1962 , joint discoverer of the double helix of DNA, and for two years a member of the US Joint Advisory Committee on Cancer

When it comes to mainstream successes, of the three major mainstream treatment methods, surgery is the only one with respectable success rates and even then it is only successful the vast majority of the time in those who have operable types of cancer that has not yet metastasized at the time of diagnosis - and most cancers are not detected prior to metastasizing.

When it comes to Chemo, in the words of Dr. Ralph Moss:

"Chemo has some success in a few kinds of cancer, but in the conventional cancers which chemotherapy sometimes "works" such as small-cell lung cancers, the actual survival benefit is reckoned in weeks or months, not in years. And during this time, the patient is likely to experience major, even life threatening, side effects from the treatment, so the overall advantage to the patient is moot."

Radiation results are even more dismal. In some studies, patients who opted for radiation have had lower survival rates than those who did not have radiation.

Sources: Tanya Harter Pierce, Dr. Rath Foundation

Another common deception of mainstream medicine is to quote "response rates", which is defined as having a 50% tumor shrinkage for a period of twelve months. It has nothing to do with cure rates or long term survival, but it is the statistic that is often quoted to patient by their oncologists.

Yet another deception is the use of the term "remission" to imply cure, when it is nothing of the sort. As "the Cancer Tutor" Webster Kehr writes in "The War Between Orthodox Medicine and Alternative Medicine"

First of all, the National Cancer Institute defines "remission" as:

"A decrease in or disappearance of signs and symptoms of cancer. In partial remission, some, but not all, signs and symptoms of cancer have disappeared. In complete remission, all signs and symptoms of cancer have disappeared, although cancer still may be in the body." NCI - http://www.nci.nih.gov/dictionary/db_alpha.aspx?expand=R

What exactly does this definition mean relative to the three "treatment decision criteria" . . . You, the citizen, are supposed to assume that "remission" means a person is cured of their cancer. But that is not what the definition states. It states there is an absence of "signs and symptoms." So is there a correlation between the absence of "signs and symptoms" and the three treatment decision criteria above?

Generally, the determination of remission is based on a reduction in the size of the tumor or in the change of some tumor marker. These things may indicate the number of cancer cells in the body, but they are very, very crude estimates of the number of cancer cells in the body. These numbers also do not measure the pain and suffering of the patient (i.e. the quality of life) or the status of the immunity system, which is very, very important if all of the cancer cells have not been killed.

And then there is what is likely the greatest mainstream deception of all: the millions of people who are diagnosed with cancer, but actually die from the damages done by chemotherapy and radiation, most frequently major organ failure. All of those deaths are recorded as due to cancer. Though that does not bolster the mainstream cancer treatment success rates, it helps hide the dangers and deaths due to mainstream treatments.

It should be plain that the war against cancer is not being won - and to continue to claim otherwise after over half a century begs the question of why such obviously false and misleading claims and statistics. In this respect, one is reminded of the Vietnam War, where we were told that we won every battle and that we killed many more of the enemy in every skirmish. And yet the war was a failure and in the end we admitted it, stopped deceiving the public, and moved on to a different approach to stop the needless loss of lives. Today it appears that the war with Iraq will ultimately end the same way.

The war against cancer has lasted much longer and we have lost millions and millions of lives. After over half a century of failure, one has to ask how long will it take to admit it, stop deceiving the public, and move on to a different approach to stop the needless loss of lives?

About the Author:

Tony Isaacs, is a natural health researcher and author of books and articles about natural health, as well as song lyrics and humorous anecdotal stories. Mr. Isaacs also has The Best Years in Life http://tbyil.com website for baby boomer's and others wishing to live longer, healthier, and happier.

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Questions to assess breast cancer recurrence risk are an important part of understanding your prognosis after your surgery and treatment program are concluded. While most women and men are successfully treated for breast cancer, it's a fact of life that up to 10% of breast cancer patients will have a recurrence of breast cancer in their lifetimes.

Here are some questions to assess breast cancer recurrence risk that you can discuss with your medical doctor to learn more about your particular situation.

Questions about about your health history:

Does my ethnic or racial ancestry influence breast cancer recurrence?

Do I have genetic tendencies (genes like BRCA1, BRCA2, and others) that put me at greater risk for more breast cancer?

If I have relatives (especially close relatives like my mother and sister) with breast cancer, does that change my prognosis?

Would my mother's exposure to chemicals like DES change my prognosis?

How does my age change my risk of breast cancer recurrence?

Does my reproductive and menstrual history affect my prognosis?

Questions about your particular cancer:

How does the tumor size and grade affect my breast cancer recurrence rate prognosis?

If my breast cancer is only in one breast, will the other breast get cancer in the future?

What is the hormone receptor status of the cancer and how does that change my prognosis?

What is the tumor HER2/neu (human epidural growth factor receptor-2, a gene that controls cell growth) status, and how does that affect my risk of breast cancer recurrence?

How far is the lymph node involvement?

Is there any metastasis to other areas of my body?

Questions about what you can do to help yourself:

What healthy habits should I practice to reduce the risk of breast cancer recurrence?

Remember, there is always something you can do to help make your life and health better. Here are some health habits you should know.

Early detection is your greatest tool. Always observe your body, do monthly self-examinations, see your doctor for examinations, and choose recommended mammograms for greatest protection.

Research on healthy habits and breast cancer shows that restricting alcohol to one drink a day and weight control are healthy habits that may reduce breast cancer risk.

And get involved with your body and your future by asking these questions to assess breast cancer recurrence risk.

About the Author:

Sharon Jones has over 40 years training and experience in science, mainstream health care, and alternative health care. Her website is http://www.green-tea-health-news.com

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There are alternative methods to healing cancer without chemotherapy, radiation or surgery. Science is now discovering that it is possible to fight cancer using holistic methods of healing. The body forms an integral part with the mind, and it is the mind and the power of one’s thoughts that perform the healing in every case.

Meditation has been shown to have dramatic effects on the immune system of the participants, boosting it to the level of optimum recovery. Another form of meditation can be done with a partner.

Meditation is not always easy, in that it requires focus and that is a quality that is in short supply in our fast-paced world. But with a few pointers and an "inner-guided" partner, it can be both fun, beneficial, and creative if the basic principles are met.

To start - grab a partner. The "best" suited partners for meditation are someone of the opposite gender and with a soft voice. It’s important that you feel comfortable with your partner and that one partner knows how to meditate and is willing to guide this meditation fluidly. In this way, partner one can influence and teach partner two and a "meditation partnership" is created.
Creating an atmosphere is the next step to preparing to meditate. Once you have a partner, create the most relaxing environment possible. You can use: Dim lights, candles, soft music, incense, or fragrant oils. The best way to sit is to use two chairs. Partners should be seated upright with their feet flat on the floor and they should be facing each other.

The next important factor in meditation is the breath. Focus your full attention on breathing. Breaths should be slow and air should be taken through the nose and exhaled through the mouth. Eyes should be closed.

You are ready to start the Meditation with Your Partner

Partner One: "Visualize a bright white ball of light shining on you like the sun. Now, visualize that loving and healing light coming down on you through the top of your head."

Partner Two: Concentrate on breathing, visualizing and feeling the "white light."

Partner One: "Now, make the light go through every pore and cell of your body from the top of your head to the bottom of your feet."

Partner Two: Feel the white light surrounding and entering you and visualize positive images and think good thoughts.

Partner One: "You can call upon this light as much as you need-it will always serve you and renew you. See the light lifting you upwards into the sky, sun, clouds, etc." (on and on...).

Partner Two: Concentrate on the light and begin to let thoughts, images, ideas and feelings emerge naturally. Color is very powerful and healing and incorporate it whenever possible in the images.
The length of the meditation may go on for as long as both partners can sit. However, if partner two is starting to feel uncomfortable or is in pain, the meditation should come to a close at least for the first few meditations. Partners should switch places and partner two (who was meditating) should now get a chance to guide (partner one) into a unique and relaxing meditation now that he/she is aware how it is done.

This type of simple meditation can have profound healing powers, as long as both partners enjoy the experience. This is not a marathon. Do this only as long as you feel comfortable and enjoy it. Then repeat it regularly. You can visualize your disease going away and you can learn to amplify your sensation of feeling strong and healthy.

About the Author:

Dr Magne offers many alternative and natural healing methods in her many articles and her book Cancer-Free-For-Life com, available on the same website http://cancer-free-for-life.com.

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By Christine Bude

The American Society of Clinical Oncology has concluded their big annual meeting. According to reports one of the big topics of the meeting was using targeted drugs for cancer instead of massive usage of chemotherapy on cancer patients.

Targeted cancer therapies use drugs that block the growth of spread of cancer. Targeted drugs interfere with specific molecules involved in cancer and tumor growth. According to The National Cancer institute website (cancer.gov) ,. "By focusing on molecular and cellular changes that are specific to cancer, targeted cancer therapies may be more effective than current treatments and less harmful to normal cells".

Targeted cancer therapies have been in clinical trials. Some therapies have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administrations. (FDA). The targeted therapies are being studied for use alone, in combination with each other or in combination with other cancer treatments such as chemotherapy.

People who have had cancer are familiar with the most common treatments for cancer, which include surgery, chemotherapy and radiation,. Every cancer is different and is best treated with individualized treatments. Patients must rely on their doctors to advise the best possible treatments.

Cancer is many different diseases. Each different disease requires a different treatment protocol. Cancer of the breast requires a different treatment regiment than,cancer of the colon. The actual cancers, or tumors are actually very different from each other and respond to different treatments.

Chemotherapy is chemical therapy. There are many different chemicals used to fight cancer. The type of chemical used depends on what type of cancer a patient has.

Administering chemotherapy is a very complicated process. The doctors must decide which type of chemical can fight the cancer, Chemotherapy targets all fast growing cells, not just the cancer cells. The strong chemotherapy treatment can have side effects form unpleasant to severely debilitating, depending upon many factors. Chemotherapy is used to kill tumors, including cancer cells that are microscopic, too small to be detected in tests.

Sides effects of chemotherapy include weakened immune system, nausea, hair loss, weakness, fatigue and more. Some people experience stronger side effects than others.

Doctors have long known that chemotherapy is more effective on some types of cancers than others. oncologists prescribe chemotherapy because, up to now, it's the best chance they have of fighting the spread of cancer cells.

According to Reuters (today.reuters.com), Oncologists are coming closer to predicting which patients can skip the chemotherapy and avoid the side effects.

Treatments called targeted cancer treatments are 'drugs that attack or bind to a specific molecule or part of a molecule, such as one that triggers tumor growth or controls blood flow, have been around for several years'. (today.Reuters.com).

The American Society of Clinical Oncology just finished their annual meeting. it was reported by experts that 'What emerged as a theme at this year's meeting is these drugs' effectiveness in more types of the disease' according to Reuters.

Dr. Kim Lyerly, Director of the Duke University Comprehensive Cancer Center was quoted by Reuters, 'Ten years ago it was all about chemo. This time you walk down the convention center and it's all about new targets. And we can get more mileage out of these drugs if we can predict who will respond.'

Cancer researchers and oncologists are continuing to strive toward the most effect cancer treatments, with hopes of eliminated the cancer while reducing the bad side effects.

The information in this article is not intended as medical advice. If you have a medical condition, consult with a medical professional.

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By Chrissy & Company

Indications, Side Effects in Treating Lung Cancer

Lung cancer, while decreasing in frequency, continues to be a major health concern for many active adults. For those who suffer from MPM, malignant pleural mesothelioma, the complications of lung cancer often result in the use of unusual medications.

MPM is a rare form of lung cases with only an approximate 2,000 new cases each year. Unlike most other forms of lung cancer, MPM is usually linked to exposure to asbestos and not to the traditional thoughts of lung cancer involvement, that of cigarette smoking.

To treat malignant pleural mesothelioma, patients are often administered a drug known as Pemetrexed. As one of many drugs classified as MTA, multi-targeted anti-folates, Pemetrexed lends its success to fighting MPM through its ability to block folic acid from reaching cancer cells. Because cellular tissue requires folic acid to grow and reproduce, Pemetrexed prevents the growth and reproduction of the cancer cells that lead to MPM growth.

In the treatment of cancer by chemotherapy, patients who are given Pemetrexed, along with carboplatin, have even shown to experience an increased life span by up to three years when battling malignant pleural mesothelioma.

If you are a patient suffering from MSM, and your oncologist has recommended the use of Pemetrexed as part of your cancer treatment, it is important to obtain information about nutritional supplements that may be necessary during the course of chemotherapy. Because Pemetrexed blocks the vitamin Bs from reaching health tissue, supplementing diet with oral folic acid, prior to treatment, is important.

Side effects associated with Pemetrexed are far fewer than other drugs used in chemotherapy. However, the risks of anemia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of weight, itching and burning between treatments and even muscle aches and pains are all quite common.

Unfortunately, not all patients with MSM are candidates for use of Pemetrexed in treating lung cancer. In fact, chemotherapy patients with heart disease, shingles, kidney complications, liver disease and gout should avoid using Pemetrexed in treating MSM.

As with any form of cancer treatment, the key to your management of malignant pleural mesothelioma lies in the early detection and treatment. When discussing treatment options with your healthcare professional, inquire about the use of Pemetrexed, in combination with carboplatin, as a way to not only resolve some of the lung cancer complications but also extend your life span. If agreed as part of your cancer treatment plan, be sure to supplement your diet with the appropriate folic acid to ensure health tissue continues to grow and reproduce as normally as possible.

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By Sarah A.

Mark your calendars, November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month (LCAM). It is a national campaign dedicated to increasing awareness of lung cancer and the many issues surrounding the disease. The problem of lung cancer is often overlooked. There are also many misconceptions about the disease. For example, some people believe that lung cancer only affects people who smoke or have smoked. This is simply not true. Not only is Lung Cancer Awareness Month a time to raise support and attention of lung cancer, but it is also a time to remember the many people lung cancer has affected.

Lung cancer is responsible for more deaths in the United States each year than any other form of cancer . In fact, it causes more deaths in the United States annually than breast, prostate, colon, kidney, liver, and pancreas cancers combined. Lung cancer is also the number one cancer killer of women, surpassing all female-related cancers. Approximately 175,000 Americans will be diagnosed with lung cancer this year alone. Although smokers are at the highest risk of being diagnosed with the disease, nonsmokers are also at risk. In fact, more than half of all lung cancer cases occur in people who never smoked. More than half of cases of lung cancer will be diagnosed in the late stages and more than 150,000 Americans will die of lung cancer this year.

Despite the staggering number of new cases and deaths of lung cancer, there remains a general lack of knowledge regarding the disease. That is why Lung Cancer Awareness Month is so important. Through rallies, educational materials, fund-raising events, Congress, and media, individuals involved with LCAM are able to raise awareness of the seriousness of lung cancer. They are also able to inform the public of the true facts regarding lung cancer. These facts include statistics, risk, causes, prognosis, treatment, signs and symptoms, and prevention of lung cancer.

Although Lung Cancer Awareness Month has drawn national attention, there are some states that do not yet have a proclamation from the governor declaring November Lung Cancer Awareness Month. These states include: Alaska, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Wyoming, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Minnesota, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Indiana, Ohio, and West Virginia. If you live in one of these states and would like to see a proclamation, contact your governor or congressman.

There is much going on during Lung Cancer Awareness Month. If there is nothing going on in your community, start your own event. For more information on lung cancer and how you can become involved with Lung Cancer Awareness Month, visit the Lung Cancer Alliance website at http://www.lungcanceralliance.org/.

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Lung Cancer Alliance

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Abnormal growth of cells inside the mouth can be termed as mouth cancer. Mouth cancer occurs inside any part of the mouth including lips, jaws, cheek, gums, tongue, salivary glands and tonsils. All these tissues inside the mouth are covered by a layer of soft cells known as squamous cells. It is these cells that become malignant in case of mouth cancer. Hence, mouth cancer is also referred to as squamous cell carcinoma.

There are a wide variety of causes due to which mouth cancer occurs. These include smoking, alcohol consumption, tobacco chewing and exposure to harmful UV radiation. Apart from these, other causes include Candida infection in the mouth, Kaposi's sarcoma that occurs with AIDS and nutritional deficiency that involves diet lacking vitamins A, C and E, iron, selenium and zinc.

There are a variety of symptoms by which a doctor can diagnose mouth cancer. However, one needs to do a biopsy of the tissue in order to confirm the occurrence of mouth cancer. Other diagnostic tests that are required to establish the cancer stage include endoscopy, X-ray, MRI scan and CT scan.

Treatment of mouth cancer is dependant on the cancer stage. There are three prominent treatment methods including radiation therapy, surgery and chemotherapy. Chemotherapy involves treatment with intravenous injections of anticancer drugs. However, patient experiences multiple side effects during chemotherapy including nausea, vomiting, hair loss, mouth sores and weight loss. Radiation therapy involves usage of beta rays for killing cancer cells. Surgery is employed when the tumor is benign. Physicians also employ a combination of chemotherapy, surgery and radiation for treating mouth cancer.

One can reduce the risk of oral cancer by avoiding excessive consumption of alcohol, staying away from smoking and tobacco chewing, and consuming a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables.

About Author:

Pauline Go is a professional writer for many website like newbiemommy.com. She also writes other great articles like Spot Fake Doctors Sick Note, Know about Massive Heart Attacks , Male Breast Enlargement Caused By Medication

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By: Celeste

Not all cancer is hereditary, but genetic experts are beginning to see a pattern in some cancers. There are some inherited factors or genes that contribute to the development of certain cancers, such as breast, ovarian and colorectal.

Everyone has two copies of each gene, one from each parent. Each cell contains these copies, which during the development phases, tells them what to become, for example, a skin cell or a muscle cell. When changes, called Mutations, occur, this can lead certain cells to grow out of control.

These Mutations occur when a part of the gene is damaged and cannot be repaired. The medical term for the damaged cells is “abnormal cells”. These cells then multiply themselves and don’t die. Mutation has to occur in both cells to cause cancer. In Hereditary cancer, the person has inherited the damage from one of their parents. The damage could come from either one.

If the one gene is already damaged due to inheritance, this causes the person to be at high risk of developing cancer. It also changes the factors, and may cause the person to have a shorter time or skip a few stages once they had been diagnosed with cancer. The medical community uses the term “genetic susceptibility” in patients who have hereditary cancer.

Just because you have damaged genes doesn’t mean that it is definite that you will be diagnosed with cancer. There have been cases of people who go through their whole life without ever receiving the bad news. Cancer patients who have hereditary cancer tend to get diagnosed earlier in life then those with sporadic cancer.

Sporadic cancer occurs when there is no history of cancer in the family. When looking at family history for cases of patterns, genetic specialists like to examine the last three generations. Of course, the further away the person is, the less chances are of you receiving the genetic, ie: your mother would be more of a concern then your great grandmother.

10% to 15% of cancers are hereditary for the following: breast, ovarian, and colorectal. The two genetics that are specifically checked are the BRCA1 and the BRCA2. These two account for 85% of all hereditary breast and ovarian cancers. 5% to 10% of all breast cancers are hereditary as well.

Not all cancers have anything to do with heredity. Cervical cancer is caused by a virus that is an STD. Other cancers like lung, pancreas and prostate also don’t link up with heredity as strongly. If cancer does have a tendency to run in your family, it is best to have regular check ups and discuss how to lower the risks.

Celeste writes for Tell Her, a website dedicated to Cervical Cancer for women in the UK.

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Cancer can be an isolating condition, and though support is available from professional help lines or friends and family, sometimes there is no substitute to talking to people who are going through, or have been through the same experience as you.

Self help discussion groups have traditionally filled this roll, but there are inherent inconveniences and difficulties that come with this type of support, for example mobility. Self help groups must physically meet in a predetermined location, to which some sufferers may have difficulty travelling, especially if they live in rural areas. Another potential problem is that some sufferers may not feel comfortable meeting face to face, and would prefer a more relaxed form of dialogue.

But the rise of the internet has created a completely new way of communicating in the form of online cancer discussion forums. These are websites, or parts of websites, where anyone can post a message and take part in discussions with other members of the forum.

The advantages of online cancer discussion forums are many; for starters anyone with internet access can get involved, so there is no need to travel. Messages (also called posts) are made under a pseudonym so there is no need to reveal your identity, which means that discussion can be frank and users can ask anything about anything, without fear of embarrassment.

Getting involved in online cancer discussion forums is quick and easy. Users simply need to log on to the website, and then sign up to the forum. This normally involves simply creating a username and password for yourself, after which you can use to sign in to the forum and begin posting messages.

Most forums operate a set of rules which are overseen by site moderators to ensure that a safe and supportive environment is maintained. Users are expected to respect the opinions of others, use correct English and avoid attacking other members or using profanities - generally exactly the same etiquette that would be expected if you were talking to a group of people face to face.

Forums are normally divided up into sections based on subjects, and posts can cover all manner of topics allowing members of the community to share stories, support and advice, on anything from dealing with specific types of cancer, cancer in the family, how sufferers can get travel insurance, where to get scarves and bandanas, through to coping with the grief and suffering that cancer can cause. There are also normally less formal sections where the community can just chat about everyday things that don't fit into categories elsewhere on the forum.

Online cancer discussion forums are an excellent place to share stories and get support, and are becoming an increasingly popular part of the cancer community.

Andrew Regan is an online, freelance author from Scotland. He is a keen rugby player and enjoys travelling.

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Cancer is not a naturally happy subject and one of its unhappy psychological side effects is depression. Roughly 50% of cancer patients suffer from some form of diagnosable psychiatric disorder during the course of their illness. Depression affects around 15 – 25% of cancer patients and major depression affects about 25% of those who have cancer. Rather understandable figures when one considers that one is dealing with a chronic disease that is in many instances still terminal. Even when it is not terminal it is painful and the treatment is hell. It is surprising that the figures for depression aren’t higher.

Men and women with cancer are equally affected by depression. Major depression has the following symptoms, of which a number should be present for at least 2 weeks in order for a psychiatric diagnosis to be made: 1) a depressed mood for most of the day 2) loss of pleasure and interest in favoured activities 3) change in appetite either increase or decrease 4) change in sleeping patterns, either an increase or decrease in the amount of sleep you need 5) constant thoughts of death or suicide 6) lethargy or apathy towards things in general 7) problems concentrating 8) sluggishness or agitation (fidgety) 9) feelings of worthlessness or inappropriate guilt 10) feeling hopeless or helpless 11) tiredness and a decrease in energy.

A proper diagnosis of depression is difficult to make in cancer patients as the symptoms often overlap with the symptoms of cancer or with the side effects of the various medications. The symptoms that are the most telling when it comes to a diagnosis of true depression are guilt, worthlessness, hopelessness, and thoughts of suicide and loss of pleasure. Another important point to consider is whether or not the person suffered from depression before the cancer. If there is a history of depression then it is more than likely that the symptoms will point to a recurrence of depression rather than anything else, especially if the symptoms of depression begin to present themselves fairly early on in the illness.

There are cancer related risk factors for depression and non-cancer related risk factors.
The cancer related risk factors include:
1) depression at the time of diagnosis 2) poor pain management 3) cancer at an advanced stage 4) increased physical impairment or pain 5) pancreatic cancer 6) treatment with some anticancer drugs 7) being unmarried and having head and neck cancer, it seems odd that those two are linked. You have to be unmarried and have head and neck cancer, it’s not enough to have head and neck cancer alone, you must also be unmarried for depression to set in. Very strange the human brain.

The non-cancer related risk factors include
1) history of depression 2) lack of family support 3) other life events that cause stress 4) family history of depression or suicide 5) previous suicide attempts 6) history of alcoholism or drug abuse 7) having many illnesses at the same time that produce symptoms of depression e.g. a stroke or heart attack.

Suicide ideation is frightening for all concerned, although possibly more for the family than for the individual concerned. The individual concerned has usually resigned him or herself to death and is often unafraid at this point. It is the family that is terrified that the individual will do something irrevocable. Even suicidal talk is frightening to the family who may hear statements that range from offhand comments like “One more blood test and I swear I’ll shoot myself in the eye” to more despairing statements that reflect how the individual truly feels about the situation at hand such as “This disease is pulling our family apart, it would be better for me to kill myself now while there’s still something left to save.”

It is important to determine how serious the threat of suicide is. If the person is deemed serious and determined then he or she should be referred to a psychiatrist or a psychologist for careful evaluation. The risk of suicide increases with the detail of the plan. A lethal suicide plan is more likely to be carried out if the means chosen are available to the individual, the attempt can’t be stopped once it has begun and help isn’t available. Risk factors should be speedily identified and treated. Hopelessness is a better predictor for suicide than depression and should be watched for very carefully. Although it’s difficult to assess and allay hopelessness in someone who has advanced cancer with no hope of a cure it is nevertheless still important to determine the basic reasons for hopelessness. Some may be related to the cancer and its symptoms, others may relate to the fear of a painful death and still others to fears of abandonment.

There is a perception that talking about suicide will somehow cause the person contemplating it to hasten the act. This is false. Talking about suicide shows your concern and allows the person concerned to share his or her feelings and fears around the issue, thus returning a sense of control to him or her. It may be necessary to take a crisis intervention orientated treatment approach, which should involve the patient’s entire support system. Contributing cancer symptoms e.g. pain should be aggressively controlled and depression, psychosis, anxiety and any underlying causes of delirium should be treated, either in hospital or at home. Suicidal cancer patients may need to be hospitalised in a psychiatric ward, but this is not usually necessary.

Of the 25% of all cancer patients who suffer from depression, only about 16% will get medication for their depression. The kind of antidepressant will depend on a variety of things including the patient’s symptoms, the potential side effects of the antidepressant and the individual’s medical problems as well as previous response to antidepressants. Most antidepressants take 3-6 weeks to begin working and this must also be taken into account. Therapy can be used as an alternative treatment to medication or it can be used in conjunction with medication. Some of the specific goals of therapy include: assisting cancer patients and their families by answering questions about the illness and its treatment, explaining information, correcting misunderstandings, giving reassurance regarding the situation and exploring how the diagnosis relates to previous experiences with cancer.

It also assists with problem solving, aims to improve the patient’s coping skills and help the patient and family develop additional coping skills, explore other areas of stress and encourage family members to support one another and concerns with each other.
It ensures that the patient and family understand that support will continue when the treatment changes from trying to cure the cancer to relieving the symptoms of cancer.

Cancer support groups have been found to be helpful in dealing with depression in cancer patients, especially in teenage patients. They improve mood, encourage the development of coping skills, improve the quality if life and improve immune response. Support groups can be found through many community resources including the social work departments in medical centres and hospitals.

There is one nice thing about depression; it can be beaten. The only thing is that you don’t know it at the time. At the time you don’t think that the suffocating blackness will ever go away. You don’t think that things will be better ever again and who cares if the sun comes out tomorrow, you’ll smack the first person who says that to you in the eye. All you can think about is blackness and hopelessness and how bad everything is and how bad it is because of you and everything is your fault. Its not, however, your fault that thoughts of death and disfigurement bring you a sense of peace yet suddenly people have you on suicide watch, lock all you pills away and make you eat with a plastic spoon, which they take away from you as soon as you’ve finished doing battle with it. Therapy works, medication works, they work very well together. There is no need to be embarrassed or to feel ashamed by the fact that you have a psychological disorder. You have no idea how many others share your pain. All you need to do is say “I’m on antidepressants” to hear how many of your friends, you would never have guessed, are on antidepressants too. The nice thing about depression is that it can be beaten, you have to fight like hell and you have to really want to get out but it can be done. And then one day you’ll be the person enjoying the sun and looking forward to tomorrow because it’ll come out again.

Recommended sites:
http://www.cancernews.com/articles/cancer&depression.htm
http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/pdq/supportivecare/depression/Patient/page11

Sandra wrote this article for the online marketers Tell Her UK cervical cancer one of the leading cervical cancer websites on the net

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By Carrie Wolf

I am writing this article to give hope and options to cancer patients and family members who are looking for better ways to treat this dreaded disease. The diagnosis of the disease is often accompanied by fear of the treatment since it is so invasive and destructive to healthy parts of the body. Since many people are anxious to get rid of the disease as soon as possible they may not seek alternatives until after the conventional treatment has failed. In reality, depending on the cancer alternatives alone or combined with conventional care have better statistical results.

My Dad is one who thankfully has not become a statistic. He was diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer at age 56 in 1992. The recommendation of his local oncologist was to treat with prostectomy, chemo and radiation. My Dad was not interested in radiation or chemo since he had already seen many friends die of the side effects of these treatments. Soon after this my Dad's sister heard about a Doctor at Stanford who was well respected for his work with prostate cancer. My Dad went to see him and his recommendation was for prostectomy only. He said he had tried chemo and radiation for prostate cancer and it just didn't work well. He also recommended following up with a blood PSA test every year.

My Dad recovered from the surgery and proceeded to get his blood work done every year for the next 11 years. He had a slight increase in PSA in his last test and the Doctors did not say anything about it so he decided not to get it tested anymore. Three years later he went to the doctor feeling very tired. In April 2006 they found his PSA to be over 300 and his x-rays and PET scans confirmed widespread osseous metastases throughout his spine, pelvis, ribs, and hips. The prognosis from local oncologists was grim. They recommended radiation for pain, but not to cure the cancer. They also predicted him to live approximately 6 months to 2 years.

He then tried an alternative clinic with various treatments and a radical change in diet for the next 6 months. This was not effective for him. His next PET scan was much worse and his PSA was over 700. He was in pain, not hungry and very lethargic.

He then read a book called "Outsmart Your Cancer" by Tanya Harter Pierce. He found she had written four chapters of twenty four about Protocel and every other treatment she had only written one chapter. He decided to try Protocel. It is an antioxidant available over the counter. It is a liquid that must be taken every 5 hours. The cost of this treatment is approximately $50 per month. Within 4 weeks his pain had reduced and he had more energy. He continued with the Protocel for the next 6 months and improved significantly. He also went back to Stanford and received 2 injections of Lupron 2 months apart. He was told the Lupron may halt the cancer growth but would not reverse it.

In April 2007, one year after his diagnosis his PET SCAN WAS ALMOST CLEAR of any bone metastasis. "Marked improvement on the previous pattern of widespread osseous metastatic disease. No new bone lesions are seen and the previous have nearly resolved." Thank GOD! We were so grateful and happy.

Just last week, 6 months later, still taking Protocel, and not further injections, October 15, 2007, my Dad had another clear PET scan.

Protocel can be purchased at 866-776-8623 or http://www.protocel.com I highly recommend the book Outsmart Your Cancer by Tanya Harter Pierce because she goes into the action, contraindications and other specifics about how to use Protocel correctly.

Dr. Carrie Wolf

Dr. Wolf is the principle owner of Wolf Chiropractic and Wolf Inroad Exercise. She has a Bachelors of Science degree and completed her chiropractic education at Western States Chiropractic College in Portland, Oregon. She began her career in 1991 as an associate at the Institute for Spinal Orthopedics in Franktown and has continued in private practice for over the last ten years in Parker, Colorado. She is certified in Cold Laser Therapy, and as a SuperSlow exercise instructor.

Dr. Carrie has a passion for new information and methods to treat, heal and prevent injury to the body. She and her husband Tom have added Wolf Inroad Exercise to further support individuals seeking a more permanent change in their body structure and wanting a workout to support their recreational activities.

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By:Sean Domenic

Recently there has been a great awareness to the relationship between the diet we eat and cancer. This is especially important since unlike many other risk factors for cancer this is a very much controllable risk factor. Many are interested in knowing the relationship between specific foods, or nutrients, and specific types of cancers. There has been extensive research done on this topic but till this date no study provides the last word on this topic. Any new research finding has to be evaluated in the larger context of available evidence so it is not advisable that you make any diet modifications based on single studies published.

Alcohol cancer link

Findings from various research publications have established that consumption of alcoholic beverages would increase the risk of cancer. Alcohol increases the risk of development of various cancers including cancers of the mouth, pharynx, larynx, esophagus, liver, and breast, and probably of the colon and rectum. It should be pointed out here that moderate amount of alcohol consumption has been shown to decrease the risk of having a heart attack. So it is suggested that those who are drinking alcohol should do this in moderation. It is recommended that men limit their alcohol intake to a maximum of two drinks per day and women should limit their alcohol consumption to a maximum of one drink per day. It should be mentioned that the combination of alcohol and tobacco have a much greater impact on cancer risk compared to use of one of these agents. Women who are at high risk of developing breast cancer may be suggested to abstain from drinking any alcoholic beverages.

Antioxidants and cancer protection
Some of the products of normal metabolism could have a damaging effect on the tissues and such damages could increase the risk of developing cancer. Some nutrients called antioxidants are very essential to protect the body from harmful metabolic products that are produced in the body. These antioxidants are present in various fruits and vegetables. These antioxidants include vitamin C, vitamin E, carotenoids, and some phytochemicals. This is consistent with the observation that people, who eat more vegetables and fruits, may have a lower risk for some types of cancer. Antioxidant supplementation has not been proven to decrease cancer risk and more studies are underway in this regard. The best advice would be to consume plenty of fruits and vegetables to decrease the risk of many cancers.

Aspartame cancer link
Aspartame is used in many of the low calorie beverages as an artificial sweetener. There has been some controversy about the risk of aspartame with regard to increasing risk of cancer but the current evidence does not support any link between aspartame consumption and increased cancer risk.

Beta-carotene and cancer protection
Beta-carotene, is an antioxidant and is chemically related to vitamin A. This antioxidant is found in abundance in vegetables and fruits. For some time scientists believed that high doses of beta-carotene supplements might reduce cancer risk. Recently published studies suggest that this may not be true. In two of these studies it was shown high dose of beta-carotene actually increases the risk of cancer and the third study found neither benefit nor harm from them. Consuming vegetables and fruits that contain beta-carotene may still be helpful, but high-dose beta-carotene supplements should not be taken.

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by: Noah Salzman

If you're looking to answer the question: " How Does A Dentist Find Mouth Cancer," you are obviously concerned about certain pimples, lesions, canker sores, swelling or other disturbing signs that something may be developing in your mouth.

First of all, if you don't smoke, you can start to relax. Often, these may be caused by cuts from heavy flossing or sharp candies, food allergies, abrasions from brushing your teeth, viral infections, tooth abscesses or other dental problems.

For the most part, oral cancer is typically caused by tobacco.

This can develop in any part of the mouth including the lips, tongue, cheeks and even your throat.

Regardless of whether you smoke cigarettes, cigars, pipes or other inhaled products, you are at increased risk. Even smokeless products like snuff, are harmful for your mouth. Those who use a bit between the cheek and gum are asking for problems.

So how does a dentist find mouth cancer? Here are some of the signsthat may be an indication:

• If you find a sore or ulceration in your mouth that doesn't heal within 3 weeks.

• Any new lump or growth of tissue.

• A white or a red patch either on the gums, tongue or the lining of your mouth • Having a difficult time in swallowing • When chewing, there is difficulty in moving the jaw or tongue • Any numbness of the tongue or elsewhere in the mouth • Having a feeling that you have something caught in the throat • Having a chronic sore throat or hoarseness for more than 6 weeks, particularly if you are a smoker over 50 and if you are a heavy drinker • If your jaw swells enough that it causes dentures to fit badly or uncomfortably • Neck swelling that lasts more than 3 weeks • Any tooth mobility (looseness) that lasts for more than three weeks - see a dentist urgently • Any nasal mass, ulceration or obstruction, accompanied by purulent or bloody discharge Mouth cancer can affect anyone young or old but mostly it is the smoker and drinker who falls victim to this disease.

It is thought that these people are at risk by up to 30 times more than those who do not smoke or drink alcohol.

Often, it is the dentist who discovers this during routine dental checkups. All the more reason to plan regular checkups, since mouth cancer, when diagnosed early, can be treated successfully. If detected early, the survival rate can be 80% or higher.

Remember that the way to greatly diminish your risk of being affected by mouth cancer is to lead a healthy lifestyle, give up smoking, cut down on alcohol and eat a healthy diet.

Doing some regular self-examination is also very important, too. Recognizing the signs in good time, can make the difference in whether mouth cancer can be overcome or not.

However, that being said, there is nothing that can replace a visit to your doctor or dentist for a dependable diagnosis.

Noah Salzman is a researcher and writer offering information in the field of medicine and dentistry. For more information visit: Dentist Clinics.com

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By Terri Rimmer

With November being Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, one organization has recently published their quarterly report about recent activities raising awareness of the disease.

The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) has several teams across the country that raise funds in various walks and other events throughout the year.

In Colorado TeamHOPE Colorado held the North's Longmont Leap which was a great success in its first year.

"With a little help from mom Kathleen, 12-year-old Koby McInnis raised over $700 by coordinating a bake sale for PanCAN on June 8th," reports the newsletter.

In Georgia, TeamHOPE Savannah organized Purple Day and a bake sale, held at Memorial Health University Medical Center on June 7. (Source: PanCAN).

Over in Illinois, TeamHOPE Illinois-North participated in Six Flags Great America's Coasters for a Cause event on May 19th. (Source: Pancan.org).

On June 16th, TeamHOPE Boston held the first ever Framingham 5K Road Race and in Minneapolis, Minnesota a benefit screening of the movie "The Eyes of Scott Robbins" was held June 7.

In Pennsylvania the Third Annual Dale Pokorney 5K Walk/Run was held on June 2nd in Hermitage.

"Current protocols for the treatment of pancreatic cancer are not as effective as we desire," said Dr. Pinku Mukherjee of the Mayo Clinic in a PanCAN newsletter.

"We propose to use a novel technology called functional alleotyping to investigate those changes in gene expression that accompany the formation and spread of pancreatic cancer," Dr. Christine Iacobuzio-Donahue of Johns Hopkins University wrote in the newsletter.

A study at the University of California in San Francisco is focused on the underlying mechanisms of pancreatic cancer which researchers believe can potentially have important implications for pancreatic cancer therapy.

Pancreatic cancer survivor Jay's disease was found purely by chance, he reports. Less than a week later he was referred to what he calls "an outstanding" pancreatic surgeon.

"PanCAN offers the supportive services towards such ends," Jay wrote.
TeamHOPE Walk Cape Cod will take place in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts Oct. 27th.

For more information, email pancanevents@comcast.net.

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It cannot be denied that modern medicine has come a long way in the treatment and management of many forms of cancer. Our knowledge and treatment of these maladies is far in advance of what was common practice of years past, however, we have a long way to go before cancer is 100% curable. Unfortunately cancer is taking on different forms and is increasing in regularity throughout the worlds population.

There is little hope provided by modern medicine for those suffering from terminal cases , nor is there much in the way of research in prevention which shows immanent clear direction. A very concerning question is being asked “Is our modern farming and food processing technology along with higher levels of pollution greatly influencing the spread of cancer”?

Many of us believe the alternative medicine for cancer can best be found in altering our diets and to include other herbal remedies that are known to assist in regeneration of the body as well as in pain management giving sufferers a moré holistic approach to both prevention and the cure of cancer.

Alternative Medicine for Cancer Prevention

It is well known that adequate fiber content helps to prevent cancers of the digestive tract. Holistic nutrition using coarse grain and unrefined flour are therefore useful forms of alternative medicine for cancer containment. Traditional medicine also has dietary supplements based on the husks of cereals which help to keep bowel movement in good order. It is worth following principles of alternative medicine for cancer prevention if malignancies of the colon and surrounding areas are likely.

Similarly, there are herbal extracts available which help cancerous lesions developing in the liver. The vitamins, minerals, enzymes and elements found in fresh organic fruits and vegetables are known to be the building blocks and the repair kit of the human body It is therefore worthwhile to use alternative medicine for cancer management of vital organs in a pro-active way.

Alternative Medicine for Cancer Management near Termination

As the population of the world becomes more aware of he symptoms of cancer and a general understanding of how to prevent there onset along with timely detection should prevent every case of cancer from reaching a stage at which it can no longer be arrested, but unfortunately medical science is yet to reach the plane from which all patients can be cured effectively. Patients may have to spend considerable periods in terminal and progressive stages of eventually fatal illness.

Thankfully, today more and more people are understanding that essential nutrition and pain management are key considerations to make the final days of a terminally ill patient as comfortable as possible. Alternative medicine for cancer has important applications in this tragic but sometimes inescapable context. Nutrition powders and fluid extracts can be used on patients who are too unwell to enjoy normal meals, while topical preparations can be used with modern drugs to deal with distressing pain.

There are also some unsubstantiated claims of alternative medicine for cancer containment or reversal, which patients and their relatives may like to try when modern methods offer no further hope. Some patients are known to have exceeded the prognoses for their malignant conditions by long periods using alternative medicine for cancer.

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Paul Courtney contributes articles to various publications in the areas of Alternative Medicine, Herbal Medicine, Herb Gardens, Organics and other health and Wellness subjects He is the main contributor to http://www.herbalmedics.com

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by: Denice Anderson

When it has been ascertained that you've colon cancer and each of the suitable screening tests have been done to find out how far the cancer has outspread, the physician will notify you as to what degree your cancer has spread to ranking from 0-IV. That number will bear upon how your physician chooses to address your cancer.

A stage 0 means you cancer is exclusively in the inside lining and during this phase of colon cancer it is expected that the physician will be able to catch the cancer from fanning out by performing a minor surgical procedure to get rid of the tumor. With today's technology, this operation can be performed without even making any cuts in the skin. Whenever the tumor is overlarge to take away in this manner, there's another operation the physician will utilize that is just a little more complicated.

A stage I cancer is generally addressed with the doctor conducting a surgical operation known as a resection which gets rid of the cancer from the colon and then returns the remaining endings of the colon back together. If the cancer had outspread to a stage II then the handling will be more complete as it will increase with each level that it advances to. In stage II the aforementioned procedure will be used as in stage I but it will be accompanied with chemotherapy and or radiation therapy. There are new trials being carried on through research at present that may additionally help in treating colon cancer; even so they are not available right at present. For stage III colon cancer the handling is nearly the same as applied for stage II.

Stage IV is evidently the most progressed phase of colon cancer and at this time physicians would probably integrate stage III treatments with a combination of more forward-looking treatment also. It is probable that parts of any additional organs that are impacted will need to be surgically removed.

In a few extreme instances, colon cancer can reoccur and in the case that it does come back, the physicians might have to remove some of the organs to which the cancer has extended. Again, this would be cared for with the conventional mix of both radiation and chemotherapy and whatever measures are called for to maintain the comfort of the patient.

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by: kacycarr

Cervical and breast cancer are two types of cancer which not only affect a woman physically but mentally too e.g. dealing with all the trauma after being diagnosed with the disease. A large percentage of women admit to living in fear of the big C, however cervical or breast cancer free women admit that the thought of contacting the disease never leaves their thoughts.

Sadly, self breast examination seems to be unimportant for some women who choose to ignore a health issue as vital to secure their well being, ignoring any indication that breast cancer is developing can result in the patient having to fight for their life. If an examination of the breasts had taken place in some unfortunate cases the whole scenario would have just involved treating the breast cancer and no involvement of an undertaker. Women need to wise up because if they continue to carry ignorance as an ally to help beat this battle - then they lose. Winning includes modern medicines. Early cancer treatment betters survival odds hence giving a patient the chance to carry on with their life instead of throwing it away.

Aside from bosom blunders where ignorance may have prevailed we have cervical cancer. Women need to be aware of all involvements i.e. what to expect throughout any cervical cancer treatments. The cervix is the lower part of the womb or uterus and is commonly referred to as the 'neck of the womb'.

The cervix and its purpose are to help maintain a normal pregnancy. In non-pregnant women, the cervix has no obvious function. In the UK cervical cancer is down on paper as the sixth most common cancer in women. It is of the utmost importance for a woman to keep healthy in mind body and soul by having regular cervical cancer smear tests - oft times referred to as a Pap smear test. Smear tests are commonly carried out in order to detect any cell changes that come before cancer. It's a waiting game, meaning, it can take years for these cell changes detected at the time of a cervical smear test to become cancer. Luckily some changes have been known to go away by themselves.

Women who waited in anticipation for their cancer results said they found it more of an ordeal coping with the wait than that of receiving the actual prognosis (cervical cancer).

Suffering in silence is not healthy, not all abnormal test results indicate that cervical cancer is present. It is through early diagnosis and treatment of pre-cancerous changes that development of actual cancer can be prevented. Early detection is most profound to help fight the disease.

There are two types of this cancer; the squamous cell cancer and aden-ocarcinoma. Cervical smear tests detect the early changes of squamous cell cancer. Early stage growths of certain cancers can be treated with surgery or radiotherapy thus resulting in a cure.

Regular questions asked about cervical cancer are what the causes are; well there is no definite single cause, however study points the finger at a viral infection of the cervix or cancer sticks (cigarettes). Fags are a major health hazard relating to lung cancer, smoking is said to also increase the risk of developing cervical cancer and even the number of partners in youth trial runs of intercourse have also been linked to being connected to the cause. In the UK cervical tests are routinely performed every three years, lives are being saved because of this.

Females face a silent but deadly situation because; pre-cancerous changes of the cervix that show up on cervical smear tests unfortunately do not give symptoms. Undergoing a biopsy of the cervix is the way cervical cancer is diagnosed. The process is normally done with an internal examination called a colposcopy.

Treating cancer of the cervix will purely depend upon the severity of the disuse, meaning, has it spread to the pelvis. A radical hysterectomy or Wertheim's hysterectomy may be suggested as treatment. It is at this stage that a specialist gynaecologist will conduct surgery. Radiotherapy destroys tumour cells that the gynaecologist cannot see.

Remember "out of sight out of mind", is not a healthy approach for a cure; a healthy approach is to keep it in mind and any cervical cancer symptoms must be kept in sight.

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Author: Gabriel Adams

Alternative Cancer Treatment Options

Traditional cancer treatment options form only art of the story. An increasing number of health professionals are now exploring alternative cancer treatment options that encompass the whole individual.

Nutrition Therapy

Maintaining a healthy, well-balanced diet that includes foods rich in antioxidants and beta-carotene, is the best way to provide your body with the nourishment it needs to fight cancer. Proper nutrition helps minimize nausea and fatigue that are the main side-effects of traditional cancer treatments and are a critical component of the healing process.

Buah Merah or Red fruit, found primarily in the Indonesian island of Papua, has very high levels of anti-oxidants, beta-carotene and tocopherol and offers hope to all cancer patients. Beta-carotene and tocopherol have strong anti-carcinogenic properties and help by boosting the immune system and retarding the growth of cancer-causing cells. Buah Merah also contains Omega 3 and Omega 9 as well as linolenat, oleat, dekanoat and linoleat acids; all of which act as active medicinal compounds and also help in the prevention of diabetes mellitus, heart diseases, hypertension, stroke, diabetes, hepatitis and HIV/AIDS.

Naturopathy

Naturopathy is a system of treatment that focuses exclusively on using the healing powers of nature such as sunlight, water and air. It is supplemented with therapies such as massage as well as a wholesome diet. Naturopathy is by and large a holistic kind of treatment and includes homoeopathy, ayurveda, therapeutic nutrition, hydrotherapy or botanical medicine. It is based on the belief that the body is self-healing and will recover and repair by itself spontaneously if it is given a healthy, conducive environment.

Pain Control

Though, to a certain extent medication can be used to manage pain, Acupuncture is gaining popularity as a means to control the pain experienced by cancer sufferers. The pain could be brought on by the cancer itself or as a side-effect to the cancer treatment. Prevalence and severity of pain depend on the extent, location and type of cancer as well as pain threshold of the person afflicted by cancer.

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Author: Gabriel Adams

While there's a whole gamut of cancer treatment options available; which is the best one to use depends upon the type of cancer as well the stage that the cancer has reached. Though the prevailing trend is to resort to more traditional cancer treatment options, cancer patients are not restricted to them. There are a variety of alternative and natural options (some new, some old) for treating cancer.

Traditional Cancer Treatment Options

Traditional cancer treatment options are often referred to as cut, poison and burn (surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation).

Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy, which involves the use of chemical agents or drugs to destroy cancerous cells, forms the core treatment of malignancies. These drugs work by targeting fast-growing cells and the type and combination of drugs depends upon the type of cancer. Though chemotherapy has been proven to be effective, it can give rise to a host of side-effects including hair loss, fatigue, diarrhea, loss of appetite, anemia or low red blood cell count, neutropenia or low white blood cell count, mouth sores and shortness of breath.

Radiation Therapy

Radiation therapy involves the use of high-energy ionizing radiation from varied sources including x-rays, gamma rays, protons and neutrons to shrink tumors and kill cancerous cells. It is used almost half of all cancer patients; either by itself or in combination with other cancer treatments. External-beam radiation therapy, which involves using radiation that is emitted from a machine outside the body is more common than internal radiation therapy, in which a radioactive material is implanted in the body near the tumor or cancer cells.

Surgery

Surgery often entails a biopsy, which is done for diagnostic purposes. Surgery that is done to remove the cancerous tissues is often followed by chemotherapy or radiotherapy, which reduces the risk of the cancer recurring and also to destroy any cancer cells that may be left behind in the affected part of the body.

The kind of surgery depends on which part of the body has been affected by cancer as well as the extent of the cancer. In breast cancer patients the options could include lumpectomy, in which only the lump is removed; segmentectomy, in which part of the breast is removed or mastectomy, in which the entire breast is removed.

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By Tamara Hardison

New research at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine has been used to discover how the herpes virus Kaposi's Sarcoma-associated Herpes Virus (KSHV) causes cancer in AIDS sufferers.

According to the research, the KSHV corrupts the function of cells, causing cancer cells to form. More specifically, the KSHV protein called latency-associated nuclear antigen (LANA) takes the place of a cell protein called Notch that promotes cell growth and causes cells to multiply at uncontrollable rates.

LANA is what protects the virus living in infected cells from being destroyed by the immune system. We now know that LANA also prohibits the production of Notch which is so crucial in making cells develop. It also keeps cells in vital organs, like the brain, heart, blood, and muscle stable.

LANA accomplishes this by attaching itself to another protein called Sel10. While Notch is used to help develop cells, another protein called Intracellular notch (ICN) is used to make cells multiply. What scientists found is that in healthy cells Sel10 binds with ICN to regulate cell reproduction by regulating how much ICN is produced

LANA interferes with regulating the production of ICN because it too can bind with Sel10. When this happens, cells produce at uncontrollable rates.

Earlier, the researchists discovered that LANA also generates uncontrollable cell growth by attaching to, and breaking down tumor suppressors like p53 and VHL. Protein 53, or p53 is a protein that regulates cell reproduction by stopping the cells growth and VHL.

Presently, the researchists do not know if other herpes viruses that protect themselves from the immune system by entering cells also generate uncontrollable cell growth in the same way that LANA does.

Their research was conducted on human cell lines. They next want to test cells in animals to see if LANA works the same way in animals infected with KSHV. They have already conducted some studies showing that LANA can make tumors grow in animals in the same way that it does in human cells, but they have yet to see what LANA does to cell proteins in animals. They wish to conduct research on animals in the hopes that they will be able to test new drugs on animals that will hinder LANA from interfering with ICN and will eventually prevent viral-associated cancers from growing.

The research was conducted by Dr. Erle Robertson, Professor of Microbiology and the Program Leader of Tumor Virology at Penn's Abramson Cancer Center and his collegeaus. It was also funded by the National Institutes of Health and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of America.

Karen Kreeger, "An AIDS-related virus reveals more ways to cause cancer, Penn researchers find," University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine.

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