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Vitamin B6 reduces cancer risk
The cancer is one of the scourges that hit most societies around the world. However, recently conducted a massive investigation in which thousands of professionals around the world, by which it concluded that those who consume plenty of vitamin B6 have less risk of a cancer illness .
The most striking finding is that the consumption of the vitamin above helps smokers to be free from lung cancer . The low chance of contracting the disease occurs up to 50 percent, a really impressive number.
Vitamin B6 can be taken as tablets through different multivitamins , however, is present in the regular diet of those already listed in meat, fish, nuts and other similar foods.
It should also be noted that the intake of vitamin B6 is not only important to lower the likelihood of some type of cancer disease , but also serves to maintain strong and undamaged DNA.
With regard to lung cancer, experts claimed that, despite taking vitamins help to decrease the risk of contracting it, the best option for the disorder is not quit. Snuff consumption is the main cause of lung cancer deaths, and no doubt that any vitamin will be strong enough to stop the damage caused by snuff and nicotine.
What is prostate cancer
The prostate cancer is one of the greatest scourges of the male sector of the population. It is also one of the most common diseases in this branch social, and early diagnosis can save many lives. There is a massive aversion to the examinations for the detection of this cancer , but it is very necessary to be carried out in order to treat it properly if its appearance.
After 40 years of age is almost obligatory to prostate exam every year. The most common is the digital rectal exam performed by a urologist, although there are several studies and analysis that can be used for the detection of cancer. The elderly are more prone to this disease, which is very important to make an annual inspection to avoid any surprises.
The list of symptoms of this disease is quite varied. If you are experiencing any of the following, it is best to consult your doctor a trust: painful urination , loss, blood in excreta and muscular pain in the spine area, groin and testicles. Remember that early diagnosis can help an effective treatment that reduces the risk of death.
Nor is it a matter of living scared, but it is always useful to encourage prevention. Note that to maintain good eating habits and physical activity significantly decreases the risk of prostate cancer. Also, remember that the familial predisposition is also a condition for having this condition.
Advances in the treatment of breast cancer
The technology is constantly and not just for entertainment but also for science and health. The drug treatments are increasingly comprehensive and complex, which can raise the quality of life at a rate unthinkable 25 or 30 years ago.
Patients suffering from breast cancer are those who will benefit most from the technological improvements, especially in the field of molecular microbiology. According to a recent interview to Dr. Lourdes Calvo Spanish graphic by half within a short time you can start eliminating surgery as the main option for the treatment of breast cancer .
The main idea of this research is to achieve treatment methods and cures for safer and more effective oncology. For this reason the studies are focusing on the development of individualized treatments, ie healing methods will be similar but in turn will differ from patient to patient.
In addition, Dr. Calvo said that soon a biopsy and genomic therapy will be more than enough for doctors to know what kind of cancer they are dealing, in order to prepare a specialized treatment, individual, and that allows patients to lead a normal life without having to suffer the side effects of chemotherapy or other similar practices.
Finally, we must note that in Spanish territory indicated that the level of breast cancer survival will be 90 percent in 2015.
Chemotherapy in old age
When you are elderly and cancer is found in our bodies, methods of fighting cancer are not the same as young people because many treatments like chemotherapy can cause damage complicating the picture ending a patient’s health.
Age is one of the determining factors in choosing a therapy to suit their own needs and limits of old age when you have cancer . Fighting a tumor from these circumstances is a real challenge because the patient does not receive the same treatment options one younger. Therefore, the risks increase and hope to emerge unscathed is greatly reduced.
Stockholm has been the focus of European Cancer Congregation 2011 that among the different conclusions reached is the issue of treatment of chemotherapy in people with advanced age. The idea is very clear, the risk of dying at least three times and any infection or discomfort during the treatment could be lethal to the patient’s life.
On the other hand, the faculty of Medicine, University of Athens in Greece analyzed for 9700 women with breast cancer between groups of 65 and 75 years for a period of 5 years. During the evaluation period is concluded that patients who were subjected to less aggressive therapies for their health and age were of a higher mortality rate product of tumor progression.
One of the first ideas that you must learn to live in case of developing cancer in the elderly is that the process is complicated, so the odds of beating the tumor is sensitive, yet, there are always cases (although counted) of people who respond to therapy with good results. As the saying goes, hope is the last thing you lost.
Erectile dysfunction in prostate cancer
One of the consequences of prostate cancer is erectile dysfunction and in many cases it is a warning that something bad might be happening in the male reproductive system.
In case you did not know, there is a risk that people with prostate cancer suffering from erectile dysfunction during treatment of healing. In this way, scientists at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center working in conjunction with Harvard University have developed an environment that will allow them to predict what situations a man will suffer from erectile dysfunction.
No doubt one of the major concerns in most men who undergo treatment for prostate cancer is the subject of erectile dysfunction. Besides wanting to come through their illness, the other goes through a background issue that continues to be alarming to any male.
To answer such concerns, Alemozaffar Mehra is a recognized scientist who has developed a model that will reveal circumstances in which a man will suffer from erectile dysfunction. For the studies, it appears that depends on how advanced the tumor is found in the prostate, PSA levels, body mass index and age of the patient (usually young people are less likely).
Alemozaffar reached this conclusion after subjecting 1201 participants to a series of assessments of prostate cancer . Among the many research results that showed it is also known that those who have suffered from erectile dysfunction before developing prostate cancer will still face the same problem. Also, 35% of patients evaluated recognized an erection suitable for intercourse, so it was concluded that the chances of dysfunction are high.
New studies on cancer
With the aim of lowering the number of people who die from cancer each year are conducted several studies and conferences in which health professionals discussed different ideas and alternatives to cope with the disease. Recently, the National Cancer Institute in Washington, United States, announced it will begin to work with various researchers to try to give answers to the questions that still could not be resolved.
The main idea is to understand why the expansion (metastasis) of the tumors and then prepare a more effective method of combat, which would transform the chronic cancer using tools such as targeted therapy. The goal is simple: raise the quality of life and ensure that the percentage of fatal cases of cancer begins to decline.
Researchers and doctors are still very cautious and do not want to raise false expectations. However, it is noteworthy that opens in a new light for patients who suffer from some form of cancer. At first you probably will not achieve drastic changes in terminal cases, but it is possible to increase the quality of life, which it remains more than positive news.
Cervical Cancer
As many already know, cancer is a diverse group of diseases that cause the body of an affected person produces a surplus of large malignant cells , which can sometimes metastasize and, consequently, the emergence of tumors that can reach be malignant (and in many cases can cause death).
The cervical cancer (also known as cervical cancer or carcinoma), meanwhile, develops in the lower fibromuscular uterus that projects into the vagina. This is the second most common cancer among women, not to mention also established as the most lethal cancer for women.
This is because the vast majority of patients suffering from this disease (especially when they pass through stage IV) die before long. Note that the best way to save a cancer of this magnitude is detected early and treated appropriately. Because cervical cancer generally do not present any symptoms, it is essential that all the women to have Pap tests annually to determine an abnormality.
On the other hand, note that the risk factors for cervical cancer may vary depending on the characteristics of the virus as the infected. On the other hand, it is essential to consider both cervical cancer and any type of cancer can develop in a few months or be produced for over ten years.
Main symptoms and diagnosis
Cervical cancer is most often develop in women who do not undergo medical checkups regularly. The symptoms of this disease include abnormal bleeding (outside the menstrual period), unexplained vaginal discharge, pain in the pubis and uncomfortable sensations when you have sex (intercourse).
Regarding the diagnosis of cervical cancer , it is essential to consider that this disease rarely produces symptoms. Despite this, sometimes the symptoms usually occur earlier mentioned, so it is essential to have an urgent medical investigation. While these symptoms may indicate another type of disorder, also may try to cervical cancer which needs to be treated immediately.
Treatment and prevention
Treatment for cancer cervical varies the extent of cancer, but usually consists of surgery, radiation therapy or chemotherapy. Therapy should be chosen depending on the severity of the cancer in question.
With regard to prevention methods that can be used against this disease, it is essential that women be vaccinated against human papilloma virus. On the other hand, is very important to undergo a Pap test every year and avoid maintaining sexual relationships with many people (otherwise it is essential to use condoms).
Finally, it is important to note that the snuff and the excessive intake of alcohol can also contribute to the development of this disease.
Physical activity may reduce the risk of cancer
Cancer is a disease that kills more people during the year. Its destructive power is very important and does not distinguish nationality, social status or economic position. The World Health Organization (WHO) is working hard to find new measures of prevention , detection and reduction of risks caused by this disease.
Recently, the agency said that something as simple as physical exercise can help prevent a number of annual deaths caused by cancer. According to official statistics, nearly 3 million people can save their lives thanks to the implementation of activities such as gymnastics or walk.
However, WHO also recognizes that call for better prevention and detection to prevent the increasing occurrence of this disease.
It is recalled that die each year about 7.6 million people due to the different types of cancerous conditions .
Golden rules to prevent breast cancer
The breast cancer is a disease that affects society. At present, doctors are working on new methods to treat it with less invasive and more effective, but plenty of daily responsibility of women for the disease does not appear.
So say many experts, who suggest that some parameters following daily reduces the chance of breast cancer or relapse into the disease if they already had before. A balanced diet high in fruits and vegetables, plenty of exercise and alcohol in small quantities are essential to prevent the occurrence of this disease.
Dr. Antonio Gonzalez MD Anderson International Spain indicated that heavy drinking, for example, is particularly harmful to those women who suffered breast cancer because it would help to return. And do not forget the stress, as their constant appearance also paves the way for the appearance of breast cancer.
Teenagers would be more prone to certain types of cancer
So say studies in Britain and released this week, in which data were collected to allow us to say that the incidence of testicular cancers, uterine and skin would be increasing in adolescents compared with the incidence of these diseases in adult patients.
These studies were presented at the world conference on cancer in adolescents conducted in the English capital. The authors warn that some cancer rates rose faster in adolescents than in adults in England in the period 1979-2003. However, even would fail to establish why the rates differ, ie if there is a genetic cause, hormonal, or if you have to do with the environment, lifestyle or a combination of these factors.
According to research funded by Cancer Research, among adolescents aged 15 to 19 years uterine cancer increased about 7 percent per year. Meanwhile, the percentage of cases of skin cancer increased in all age segments, but most markedly among people over 20 years.
Jillian Birch, director of the Research Group Paediatric and Familial Cancer UK said: “The question is whether there are special reasons why these young people are cancers that are usually typical of adults.” The expert also said both physicians and parents should work harder to ensure that children and adolescents should have protection against cancers that are preventable.