Some Types of Cancer Treatment
There are four standard methods of cancer treatment: surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy and biological therapy. 4 In addition to the above method, also known as alternative medicine that most do not get approval from medical institutions both nationally and internationally such as the FDA (Food and Drug Administration).
When you are diagnosed with cancer, cancer specialists, oncologists, will explain and give some cancer treatment options. Your doctor will recommend the best treatment plan based on the type of cancer, how far the cancer has spread, and other important factors such as age and general health.
Ultimately, you are the people who make decisions based on the doctor’s recommendation. You can also seek the opinion of other oncology specialists to obtain more complete information about the disease you are suffering, this is known as a second opinion. Read the rest of this entry »
Nutrition in Cancer Treatment
Cancer and its treatment can cause side effects associated with nutritional problems. Diet is an important part in cancer treatment. Eating the right foods before, during and after treatment can help patients feel better and stronger. To ensure proper nutrition, people should eat and drink foods that contain key nutrients (vitamins, minerals, proteins, carbohydrates, fat and water) in sufficient quantities. Symptoms that interfere with eating include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation (constipation), mouth sores, trouble swallowing, and pain. Appetite, taste, smell and ability to eat enough food or absorb nutrients from food may be affected. Malnutrition (lack of essential nutrients) can result in patient becomes weak, tired, and unable to resist infections or withstand cancer therapies. Consumption of protein and calories too little is the most common nutrition problem facing many cancer patients. Protein and calories are important for healing, fighting infection, and provide energy.
Common causes of malnutrition in cancer patients. Read the rest of this entry »
Myths about cancer
Myth 1: Do not use the phone too often because it can cause cancer.
This myth came from past research are worrying about cell phone use. Although the study cohort and retrospective earlier said that mobile phone use linked to cancer, basically this has been refuted in a new, more extensive research.
Myth 2: Always use a sunscreen before going out. Sunscreen can prevent skin cancer.
Sunscreen can help prevent cancer, but sunscreen itself can not guarantee that you will not get cancer. Protection from the sun requires the use of umbrellas and clothing.
However, lately many studies that seem to say that sunscreens protect only one type of skin cancer. Further research is still in the process. Read the rest of this entry »
Overcoming and Handling Side Effects of Cancer (3)
Complications and side effects are:
3) Radiation Inflammatory Bowel
Radiation Therapy (Radiotherapy) selsel can stop the growth of rapidly dividing, such as cancer cells. Because the normal selsel contained in the lining of the colon also divide rapidly, radiation treatment can also stop the growth of these cells, which can inhibit colon tissue to repair the cells. During colon cells die and are not replaceable, there will be problems in the intestines and stomach.
Treatment for Inflammatory Bowel
Treatment includes treating inflammatory bowel diarrhea, replacing lost fluids, increase the absorption capacity of the colon, relieve pain in the abdomen or the anus. symptoms will usually get better after getting treatment, changing your diet, and adequate rest. If symptoms worsen despite treatment, then cancer treatment should be stopped, at least for a while. Read the rest of this entry »
Overcoming and Handling Side Effects of Cancer (2)
Complications and side effects are:
1. Cognitive disorder and unease
Cognitive impairment and anxiety is a condition where patients experience a mental indecision and behavioral changes. People with impaired consciousness or restlessness may fall unconscious and then regained consciousness, and experience problems at: attention, memory, thinking, muscle control, response, sleep and wake and emotion.
Unrest can occur at any time and come up suddenly. These symptoms can come and go in cancer patients, especially patients with cancer at an advanced stage.
Treatment causes unease (Delirium) Read the rest of this entry »
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Understanding Cancer
Cancer is a disease where the condition of abnormal cells grow and divide uncontrollably to invade other tissues in the body. Cancer cells can spread to other parts of the body through the bloodstream and lymph system. The spread is called the ‘metastatic’ or ‘metastic disease’.
Cancer is not just one disease. There are over 100 different types of cancer. Main categories of cancer include:
• Carcinoma – cancer originated from the skin or tissue that surrounds internal organs.
• Sarcoma – Sarcoma
• Leukemia – cancer that begins in the blood – forming tissue such as bone marrow and causes large numbers of abnormal blood selsel production that goes into the blood.
• Lymphoma and myeloma – cancers that begin in selsel the immune system.
• Central nervous system cancers – cancers that begin in brain tissue and spinal cord. Read the rest of this entry »
War Against Cancer (3)
Surgery
In cases of cancer have surgery, the surgical specialists should be equipped to handle the advanced technology of cancer surgery. The advanced technologies include radical surgery for advanced cancer, conservation surgery, with minimal access surgery, and reconstructive surgery.
In addition to specialist surgeons, anesthesiologists also assisted the team, the intensity of radiation specialists, physiotherapists and medical rehabilitation team to provide pre and post-operative treatment is necessary to ensure a safe and quick recovery.
Palliative Medicine
Palliative treatment is given to improve the quality of life of patients suffering from a serious illness or life threatening. The goal of palliative treatment is to prevent or treat early symptoms of the disease, and side effects resulting from treatment of the disease, as well as psychological problems, social and spiritual associated with the disease or its treatment. This treatment is also called a treatment for comforting, supportive treatment, and symptom management. Read the rest of this entry »
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Treatment
When you seek treatment, should you get access to various types of treatment. Depending on the health, physical status, type, origin and stage of your cancer, your treatment options may include surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy or a combination thereof, which is then referred to as Multi-disciplinary Approach or Method of Discipline.
Chemotherapy
The biggest advances in the field of cancer therapy is rapidly developing drugs in the treatment of cancer. This therapy is aimed at cytotoxic elements, the elements of biology and other targeted therapies (cancer treatment with specific targets).
This new type of chemotherapy has a higher efficacy, fewer side effects and better overall results. Some of these new drugs do not cause hair loss, nausea, vomiting or other significant side effects.
The use of chemotherapy is being closely watched by senior consultant medical oncologist, and carried out by nurses who have received special training in Oncology. Read the rest of this entry »
War Against Cancer (1)
Cancer is a serious disease, but not everyone with cancer will die of cancer. Many people who are still alive today have a history of cancer. For them, cancer has become a chronic health problem (continued), just like diabetes or high blood pressure. What should you do once you know you have cancer?
Diagnosis
Cancer may be difficult to detect, but for some types of cancer, the earlier it is detected the better chance to treat it effectively. Drawing or imaging techniques (methods of generating images of the body) has become an important element for many types of cancer early detection. But, the picture is not only used to detect. Image is also important to know the stage (extent of the cancer) and the exact location of the cancer to help guide the surgery and other cancer treatments, or to check whether the cancer recurred.
Radiology and Technology This image has been integrated to perform the detection, diagnosis and treatment. The range of radiology services and special drawings include: Read the rest of this entry »
How to Prevent Cancer
Cancer prevention is easier than you think. With a few simple lifestyle changes, you can drastically reduce the risk of various cancers. Many factors play a role in cancer development, but the good news is that most can be avoided.
Some ways of cancer prevention include:
1. Avoid Smoking and Exposure to Smoke
Smoking is the biggest cancer risk factors can be reduced significantly. Smoking is not only associated with lung cancer, but also other types of cancer. One of the best ways to prevent cancer is to quit smoking or never start. Was immediately stopped smoking, it’s never too late, and your body will benefit as free from cigarettes.
Avoiding secondhand smoke is also a way to prevent cancer. Cigarette smoke is the smoke exhaled from a smoker either through pipes or cigarettes directly. This smoke contains over 60 carcinogens. The development of these carcinogens inhibit cell growth of normal cells. Disorder that causes the development of cancer. Read the rest of this entry »