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Cancer Research

Cancer is a complex disorder with various manifestations and pathologies at the molecular level. Because of the deadly nature of the disease and its widespread incidence and prevalence, there is intense scientific effort to understand disease processes and discover possible therapies.

2 Dec 2009

Cancer Epidemiology

Cancers kill thousands of people worldwide. In the United States, for example, cancers form 25% of all deaths. It is also a major health problem in many parts of the world. In the developed world, one in three people will develop cancer during their lifetimes.

2 Dec 2009

Cancer Prognosis

Prognosis of any disease means the estimate of the likely course and outcome of the disease. Prognosis of cancers usually means the estimate of success with treatment and chances of recovery.

2 Dec 2009

Cancer Diagnosis

There are several methods of diagnosing cancer. With advances in technologies that understand cancers better, there is a rise of number of diagnostic tools that can help detect cancers. Once suspected, diagnosis is usually made by pathologists and oncopathologists and imaging radiologists.

2 Dec 2009

Cancer Pathophysiology

Cancer has a complex Pathophysiology. Pathologists are physicians who are concerned primarily with the study of disease in all its aspects. This includes cause of the disease, diagnosis, how the disease develops (pathogenesis), mechanism and natural course of the disease. They also deal with biochemical features, progression, and prognosis or outcome of the disease.

2 Dec 2009

Melanoma Research

There is a considerable amount of scientific research on the subject of melanoma development and treatment, which has progressed rapidly over the past several decades.

2 Dec 2009

Melanoma History

Melanoma is a health condition with a long history, dating back to early records in the 5th century BC.

2 Dec 2009

Melanoma Prognosis

The prognosis for a patient with melanoma depends on a number of different characteristics of the tumor, including the type and stage of progression.

2 Dec 2009

Melanoma Symptoms and Cause

The symptoms of melanoma usually present initially as changes in the appearance of the skin, which is caused by changes in how melanocytes are produced.

2 Dec 2009

What are Melanomas?

The treatment of melanoma may involve surgery, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, chemotherapy or radiotherapy, or a combination of several treatment techniques. Each of these treatments is outlined below.

2 Dec 2009

Glioma Causes

The exact cause of glioma is not clear, although some hereditary disorders are known to increase the likelihood of these tumors developing. Examples of these disorders include tuberous sclerosis and neurofibromatosis.

2 Dec 2009

Glioma Treatment

A glioma is a common type of brain tumor that originates in the glial cells of the brain.

2 Dec 2009

What are Gliomas?

A glioma is a type of tumor originating in the brain or spinal cord that arises from glial cells.

2 Dec 2009

After Testicular Cancer Treatment

When detected and treated in the early stages, testicular cancer is one of the most curable cancers to affect men.

2 Dec 2009

Testicular Cancer Classification

The testicles are the two male reproductive organs located in the scrotum and sitting on either side of the penis. These organs produce sperm and the male hormone testosterone, which is crucial for male sexual development.

2 Dec 2009

Testicular Cancer Management

Testicular cancer is more likely to be successfully treated if the condition is detected in the early stages of disease. The recommended treatment approach will then depend on the following...

2 Dec 2009

Testicular Cancer Diagnosis

A lump or hardening in the testicle could be a symptom of testicular cancer and any such abnormality should be checked by a professional. It is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible because the treatment for testicular cancer is more effective the earlier it is started.

2 Dec 2009

Testicular Cancer Symptoms

The most common initial symptom of testicular cancer is a lump or swelling in the testicles. With early detection and diagnosis of this condition, treatment is usually successful at achieving a cure. Men are therefore advised to regularly check their testicles (on a monthly basis) and to seek immediate medical attention if they notice any abnormalities.

2 Dec 2009

Testicular Cancer Prevalence

Testicular cancer is one of the less common cancers, accounting for around 1% of all cancers that affect men. The cases that do develop usually affect men aged between 15 and 49 years. The treatment of this cancer is more effective the earlier it is started, so it is important that men who detect any abnormalities in their testicles seek medical advice as soon as possible.

2 Dec 2009

What is Testicular Cancer?

Testicular cancer is one of the less common cancers to affect men. This cancer usually develops in men aged between 15 and 49 years and the most common initial symptom is a lump or swelling in the testicle.

2 Dec 2009