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There are three main types of skin cancer: basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and maligna

Types of skin cancer Non-melanoma skin cancer is different from melanoma, the type of skin cancer that most often develops from a mole. If you are looking for information on melanoma. There are two main types of non melanoma skin cancer, and...

Skin cancer can develop slowly and may take several years before cancer is noticed

Skin The skin consists of two layers, the epidermis and dermis. The upper layers of the skin consists of dead cells containing keratin. It is a hard waxy substance that helps make the skin tough enough to protect the body. The cells that mak...

about the different types of liver cancer

Cholangiocarcinoma This type of cancer starts in the cells that line the bile duct and is sometimes called bile duct cancer| . Cholangiocarcinoma is more common in women. Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) This is also sometimes called hepatoma...

about the symptoms of liver cancer

weight loss Doctors usually define significant weight loss as more than 10% of your body weight - a stone for every 10 stone you weigh. Obviously losing weight doesn't mean you are ill if you are dieting or there is some other reason. But if...

about the possible risks and causes of liver cancer

Some factors may slightly increase a persons risk of developing primary liver cancer and these are described here. Smoking People who are infected with hepatitis B or C have a higher risk of liver cancer if they smoke. Some studies have sho...

The liver is the largest organ in the body

The liver is the largest organ in the body. It is in the upper part of the abdomen on the right-hand side of the body and is surrounded and protected from injury by the lower ribs. It is found below your right lung and is protected by the lo...

Symptoms of lymphoblastic leukemia

Symptoms of acute lymphoblastic leukemia Many symptoms are vague. You may feel as if you have the flu. Symptoms may include * General weakness or fatigue (fatigue) * High temperature (fever) * Weight loss * Frequent infections * Bruising or...

Some carcinoid tumours produce large amounts of hormones and cause carcinoid syndrome

If you have any symptoms, they are similar to those of other types of cancer of the stomach. They include * Pain * Weight loss * Fatigue (tiredness and feeling weak) Most people with carcinoid of the bowel do not have any symptoms. If you ge...

Carcinoid tumors and neuroendocrine systems

Carcinoid tumors and neuroendocrine systems The neuroendocrine system consists of nerves and cells of the gland. It makes hormones and then releases into the bloodstream them. It exists in neuroendocrine cells * The intestine, including the...

Carcinoids are rare, mainly slow-growing tumors

Carcinoid tumors and neuroendocrine systems Some hormones carcinoid tumors output causing symptoms. Doctors call this collection of symptoms of carcinoid syndrome. About 1 in 10 with carcinoid tumors (10%) had carcinoid syndrome. The neuroe...

Primary bone cancer is cancer that started in the cells of the bone

Primary bone cancer Primary bone cancer is cancer that started in the cells of the bone. There are several types of primary bone cancer. Cancer that has spread to bone (secondary bone cancer) Most people with cancer in the bones of a cancer...

Symptoms of bone cancer accurate may vary, depending on the size of the cancer and where it is in th

Bones There are over 200 bones in the human body. Bones support and protect the body, and allowing us to move. Bone is a frame made of supporting tissue called connective tissue, and minerals like calcium. The framework gives the bone its st...

There can be other symptoms of bladder cancer

The bladder is made up of a number of layers. How your specialist treats your bladder cancer will depend on how far the cancer has grown into these layers. There can be other symptoms of bladder cancer. These are * Frequency - needing to pas...

The most common symptom of bladder cancer is blood in the urine

The bladder is part of the body system that filters wastes from the blood and makes urine. This is called the urinary system (or urinary tract). It is composed of * Kidney * Ureters * Bladder * From the prostate (men) Urethra * There are two...

Cigarette smoking significantly increases the risk of bladder cancer

Cigarette smoking significantly increases the risk of bladder cancer. The risk is if you smoke up to 6 times higher than non-smokers. People most at risk are those who smoke heavily or have started smoking at a young age, or who have smoked...

The bladder is the organ that stores urine

Bladder The bladder is the organ that stores urine. Urine is made in the kidney and bladder through two tubes called ureters. The expandable bladder is a sack made of muscle tissue. It can store about three cups or 500mls of urine. The layer...

The treatment of different types of cancer of the anus

The treatments described in this section are for the most common type of anal cancer, squamous cell carcinoma of the anus. Adenocarcinoma of the anus is treated the same way as cancer of the rectum, so if you have this type of anal cancer,...

There are several types of cancer of the anus

There are several types of cancer of the anus. squamous cell carcinoma About 9 in 10 (90%) of anal cancers are squamous cell cancers. squamous cells are flat cells that line the organs and body cavities. Several types of squamous cell anal...

Risks and causes of anal cancer

Anal cancer is a rare cancer. About 930 people are diagnosed in the UK each year. It is slightly more common in women than men, with rates increasing in women over the past 10 years. We dont know the cause of anal cancer but there are severa...

The anus is a part of the large intestine, Symptoms of anal cancer

The anus is a part of the large intestine that opens to the outside of the body. It is the tube through your stool you empty your bowels. The cells of the anus The lining of the anus is made of flat cells similar to skin squamous cells. Most...

Diseases and Conditions of Cardiology

Leaders in the research and development of new treatments and drug therapies that help improve the quality of life of patients, the members of its faculty are authorities in the various subspecialties that comprise the field of cardiology, i...

Vitiligo Main Points of Diagnosis

Vitiligo Main Points of Diagnosis 1. The white patches vary in size, shape and number, with a clear border. There may be an increase in pigment around the white patches. The hair within the area of the patches becomes white, too. The white...

infection of Biliary Tract and Gall Stone

infection of Biliary Tract and Gall Stone 1. Signs: There is an obvious tenderness in the gallbladder area of the right upper abdomen, and abdominal muscular can be felt. If the pathologic change happens to be in the bile duct, tenderness wi...

the virus that causes molluscum is spread from person to person by touching the affected skin

the virus that causes molluscum is spread from person to person by touching the affected skin. The virus may also be spread by touching a surface with the virus on it, such as a towel, clothing or toys. Once someone has the virus, the bumps...

Diagnosis, treatment and prevention of gastroenteritis

Diagnosis, treatment and prevention of gastroenteritis In diagnosing gastroenteritis, your doctor will first try to rule out other conditions that could be causing the symptoms, such as Crohn's Disease. Lab tests may also be run on a sample...

Gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract

Symptoms include: * diarrhea * nausea * abdominal cramps * vomiting * fatigue * fever * muscle aches For healthy adults, gastroenteritis may cause only discomfort and inconvenience. But it can be dangerous in the very ill, the very young and...

Prevention and treatment of rabies

Prevention While the rabies vaccine can prevent rabies, there are a number of steps you can take in the fight against this infectious disease: * Vaccinate pets such as dogs, cats and ferrets against rabies. * Keep your pets well supervised....

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