cancerous cells http://www.artwoo.com Returned search results for cancerous cells Copyright 2008 Sat, 22 Nov 2008 12:56:55 +0000 http://www.artwoo.com/rss/cancerous+cells Staging Colon Cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/staging-colon-cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/staging-colon-cancer#comments Thu, 03 Aug 2006 16:27:11 +0000 recurrent colon cancercolorectal cancercancer stage ivhasnajccstaging systemduke http://www.artwoo.com/article/staging-colon-cancer
At this point in time the system that is most commonly used for the staging process of colon cancer is called the American Joint Committee on Cancer's () TNM . Simply put this system used for staging places the patients into one of four stages.

Stage 0

Stage 0 also known as carcinoma in situ or . In this stage the colon cancer has been detected in the innermost lining of the colon.

Stage I

In this stage the colon cancer has already begun to spread. But the cancer is still in the inner lining of the rectum or colon. In this stage the colon cancer has not reached the outer walls of the colon yet. Stage I is also known as A or colorectal cancer.

Stage II

In this stage the colon cancer spread more deeply into or through the colon or rectum. Possibly the colon cancer may have affected other tissue as well. In this stage the colon cancer 't reached the Lymph nodes (bean-sized structures which can be found in the entire body that helps the body fight all kinds of infections and diseases. Stage II is also known as Duke B or colorectal cancer.

Stage III

When you are in this stage the colon cancer has now spread to the Lymph nodes although it hasn't spread to nearby parts of the body. Stage III is also known as Duke C or colorectal cancer.

Stage IV

In this stage the colon cancer has spread through the Lymph node system to other nearby tissue. This is most commonly called metastasis. The organs that most likely are affected are the lungs and liver. Stage IV is also known as Duke D or colorectal cancer.

or Cancerous Cells

When doctors talk about recurrent colon cancer they mean that cancerous cells that have already been treated have returned. These cancerous cells could possibly have returned as colorectal cancer but they might as well return in any other part of the body too. By Kyle Greatbatch http://www.colon-health-01.com ]]> Prevent Yourselves From Breast Cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/prevent-yourselves-from-breast-cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/prevent-yourselves-from-breast-cancer#comments Sun, 10 Jun 2007 21:34:50 +0000 breast cancerbreast self examinationclinical breast exambreast problemsmalignant cellsbosomtumor http://www.artwoo.com/article/prevent-yourselves-from-breast-cancer Breast cancer is the irregular increase of cells within the . These cells would aggregate like a chunk, which would be called as the bosom . The tumor can be felt from the exterior of the bosom still when it is yet innocuous. At this innocuous phase, it is called as a harmless tumor. Benign tumors can be surgically operable. If that is done, the danger of the progress of the bosom cancer is really minimal. But if the tumor is allowed to get on, so it would remain to the cancerous phase. During this phase the cancer would proliferate to such an extent within the surrounding tissues that it would be inconceivable to withdraw it totally. When the participate the bloodstream, there is no manner away. The outcome is sure death.

Every woman should know their own breasts so that any changes are noticed soon and can be reported to a physician. Knowing your breasts includes having a mammogram every two years if you are between the ages of 50 and 69 and getting a by a doctor or trained health professional at least every two years from the age of 40. Regardless of age, all women should do their own monthly breast self-examination a few days after her period. When doing breast self-examination, things to look for include: puckering of the skin, the appearance of what is sometimes called 'orange peel skin', any place in your breasts that feels lumpy or harder than the rest and bleeding from the nipples or crusting.

It is important to note that most are not breast cancer and most lumps are not cancerous. When a lump is not cancerous it is referred to as 'benign'. A cancerous lump is called 'malignant'. The following are the precautions that women must take to prevent the onset of breast cancer:

If you are overweight, then seriously work at reducing your weight. Science has proved a direct relation between obesity and breast cancer. At the same time, lean women have a significantly lesser chance of contracting the disease.

Do not present any supplements in your system that could alter the domestic hormonal equilibrium of the system. In women, the two principal feminine role deciding hormones are progesterone and estrogen. These hormones preserve the appropriate equilibrium of the feminine characteristics, including the form and the role of the breasts. A modification in this equilibrium could take on several feminine health related diseases, among which bosom cancer is just one of them.

All women over the age of 40 are at a risk of breast cancer. Hence they should keep their lifestyle healthy. The diet should be kept as natural as possible, and artificial spices and preservatives must be avoided. Elderly women should not lead sedentary lifestyles; they must involve themselves in some kind of physical activity or the other, depending on their lifestyles. http://www.c-breast.com ]]> The Four Stages Of Ovarian Cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-four-stages-of-ovarian-cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-four-stages-of-ovarian-cancer#comments Thu, 05 Jul 2007 07:35:02 +0000 stages of ovarian cancercancer of the ovariescancer cellsovarycancerous cellsfallopian tubespelvis http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-four-stages-of-ovarian-cancer stages of ovarian cancer are graded one to four, with four being the most serious stage.

Stage one of is the least advanced stage. This is where the cancer has been discovered relatively early in its development and has been confined to the ovaries only. In stage one, as in all the other stages of the disease spread, there are also sub stages, and they run as follows:

Stage 1a: The cancer is contained inside one

Stage 1b: The cancer has spread to both ovaries

Stage 1c: The cancer is contained to one ovary and there is some evidence of appearing on the ovary's surface.

Stage 1d: The cancer is contained to one ovary and there is some evidence of cancerous cells found in the abdominal fluids.

Stage 1e: The cancer is contained to one ovary and the ovary ruptures either before or during surgery.

In stage two of ovarian cancer, the cancer has spread to be outside the ovaries. The sub stages of stage two run as follows:

Stage2a: The cancer has spread into the or the womb

Stage 2b: The cancer has grown into other tissues in the . These can be either the rectum or the bladder.

Stage 2c: The cancer has spread into the fallopian tubes or the womb as well as other tissues in the pelvis as well as there is some cancer on the surface of at least one ovary

Stage 2d: The cancer has spread into the fallopian tubes or the womb as well as other tissues in the pelvis as well as are found in abdominal fluid during surgery.

Stage 2e: The cancer has spread into the fallopian tubes or the womb as well as the ovary ruptures before or during surgery

Stage three of the ovarian cancer's development means the cancer has spread outside the pelvis into the abdominal cavity. The cancer is also designated as being stage there if cancerous cells are found in the lymph nodes of the upper abdomen or groin.

The sub stages of stage three run as follows:

Stage 3a: Cancer can be seen under the microscope in tissue taken from the lining of the abdomen (peritoneum)

Stage 3b: Tumorous growths smaller than 2cm are discovered on the lining of the abdomen

Stage 3c: Tumorous growths smaller than 2cm are discovered on the lining of the abdomen, or the lymph nodes in the upper abdomen, or the groin or behind the womb contain cancer.

Stage four is the most advanced of all forms of ovarian cancer, where the cancer has spread into other body organs such as the liver or lungs. Fred Camaros is a medical researcher and writer. In order to learn more about ovarian cancer stages visit http://www.cancer-breakthroughs.com/ovariancancer/ovarian-cancer-stages.php You will also find a number of articles on the successful treatment of ovarian cancer. ]]> Apricot Seeds For Immune System Health http://www.artwoo.com/article/apricot-seeds-for-immune-system-health http://www.artwoo.com/article/apricot-seeds-for-immune-system-health#comments Sun, 14 Sep 2008 10:57:41 +0000 apricot seedsconventional doctorscancerous cellsamygdalincold flutype of cancertypes of cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/apricot-seeds-for-immune-system-health
There are ways to boost the immune system, though--methods through which anyone can work to try to strengthen his immune system so as to be less susceptible to both regular, everyday types of illnesses and more serious illnesses such as cancer.

You can boost your immune system through the use of . Though many may not subscribe to this theory, it does work (and anyway, conventional doctors nearly always reject alternative therapies out of hand, don't they?).

Taking apricot seeds works to prevent 'bad' cells in your body from forming, thus strengthening your immune system. Apricot seeds have the toxin cyanide as part of their structure; this cyanide, though, is only released when the of the apricot seeds comes into contact with a 'bad' cell in your body. At that point, the cyanide works to destroy the bad cell.

If you take apricot seeds on a regular basis, your body will remain detoxified and free of the 'bad' cells that commonly cause the more serious types of illnesses, including cancer.

There are hundreds of different . The odds of getting some at some point during your lifetime are relatively high--especially considering what scientists tell us.

They tell us that our bodies are continually making . That's pretty scary, isn't it? Well, there is a way to prevent those cancerous cells from ever developing into cancer--a way to destroy those cells before they have a chance to do any harm. It involves the use of apricot seeds.

Normally our immune systems can deal with the cancerous cells that our bodies are producing, scientists say. However, what if yours cannot? That means you will develop some type of cancer. So, perhaps you should try taking apricot seeds as a method of cancer prevention...just in case.

Any Apricot Seeds?

Now, before you head off to your local health foods store or nutrition store and grab whatever bag of apricot seeds you can find, there are a few things you need to know. First and foremost, the apricot seeds you would find at your local store are not the type of seeds you could use for cancer prevention.

Health food stores carry either sun-dried or roasted apricot kernels. While these may have nutritive benefits, they do not have any type of cancer preventive properties. Instead, you need raw apricot seeds.

Why Raw Apricot Seeds?

Raw apricot seeds have a special construction that allows them to destroy cancerous cells--in the process of roasting the seeds or sun-drying the seeds, this special construction is, itself, destroyed. Roasted and sun-dried seeds do not have the component that is necessary to destroy the cancer cells.

Raw seeds are comprised of amygdalin. Amygdalin has cyanide locked away that only cancer cells can unlock. When the amygdalin comes into contact with a cancer cell, the cyanide comes and destroys the cell. It is this component that the roasted and sun-dried apricot seeds are lacking. Amygdalin is also called B17. In its extracted, pure form it is also known as laetrile. Laetrile has been used to treat cancer sufferers in some cancer clinics.Jonathan Bell has many years of extensive study in the area of natural cancer prevention and treatment. He has numerous success stories of people being diagnosed living cancer free with use of alternative methods. http://apricotpower-info.com/]]> Signs Of Facial Tumour http://www.artwoo.com/article/signs-of-facial-tumour http://www.artwoo.com/article/signs-of-facial-tumour#comments Sun, 06 Aug 2006 06:27:10 +0000 tumour cellscancer cellstasmanian devildensity areaschromosomal abnormalityneuroendocrinetumours http://www.artwoo.com/article/signs-of-facial-tumour
In the areas already surveyed, the disease has the most dramatic effect in those with high-density populations with up to 100% mortality of resident devils in 12-18 months. In lower , population decline has been less marked. The disease appears to kill most devils once they reach adulthood, with a few juveniles affected. In the medium term, there is some population recovery but populations are made up mostly of young animals.

DFTD begins as lesions and lumps around the mouth. The lesions and lumps develop into cancerous that spread from the face to the entire body. The tumours interfere with feeding, and the affected animal may starve to death.

Using cultures of the cancerous tissue to study the condition, researchers have identified the cancer as in nature, and all have identical chromosomal rearrangements. A virus was initially thought to be the cause of DFTD, but no evidence of such a virus could be detected in the cancer cells. The cancer cells themselves are an infective agent, with transmission of the disease occurring by biting, feeding on the same material, and aggressive mating. Final confirmation of this came when researcher Anne-Maree Pearse and colleagues found an infected animal that had a in its nontumorous cells that did not appear in its , proving that the tumour cells could not be descended from the animal's own cells.

No definitive conclusion can be drawn at this stage from the results of the histology. However the use of immunohistochemistry has shown that the most consistent tumour type isolated appears to be of a neuroendocrine origin.

Cytogenetics work has established the Normal karyotype and the chromosome rearrangements of the tumour. This has led to the hypothesis that DFTD may be directly passed from animal to animal by implantation of the cell line during fighting and biting. More information on Facial Tumour Disease at http://FacialTumour.eask.info ]]> Vitamin B17 - What Is It? http://www.artwoo.com/article/vitamin-b17-what-is-it http://www.artwoo.com/article/vitamin-b17-what-is-it#comments Sun, 14 Sep 2008 11:08:33 +0000 apricot seedscancer cellscancerous cellsprevention measurecancer preventionvitamin b complexvitamin b17 http://www.artwoo.com/article/vitamin-b17-what-is-it cancer prevention will bring up results for . This usually puzzles people, because most people have never even heard of this B vitamin.

Sure, everyone has heard about B vitamins--many people even routinely take a tablet every day that consists of the eight essential B vitamins. However, vitamin B17 is certainly not one of those in the Vitamin B Complex; nor is it one about which most people are even aware.

What is this B Vitamin?

Vitamin B17--which has a chemical name of laetrile--is basically the purified form of amygdalin. Amygdalin is a substance that is most prevalent in , though it is also present in some other foods.

It can be ingested either through eating apricot seeds (or, in much smaller amounts, by eating other foods which contain the substance). Or, it can be taken in pill form. Tablets are typically available in either 100mg or 500mg concentrations.

What is Vitamin B17 for?

Laetrile, or vitamin B17, can be used to prevent cancer. In stronger doses, people have reported that it has been quite successful in the treatment of cancer as well; however, this is not its main purpose. It is intended to be used as a cancer .

It works by destroying all of the 'bad' cells that are present in your body. Scientists have proven that our bodies are continually making ; taking vitamin B17 (laetrile) on a regular basis can work to rid the body of those cancerous cells.

How does it work?

Laetrile has a dangerous component--cyanide--locked away inside. The only way that can get unlocked and come out is if the laetrile comes into contact with a cancerous cell. have an enzyme that unlocks that cyanide, so to speak and the cyanide comes out and destroys the cancer cells. When the cyanide comes out, a neutralizing substance also comes out that prevents the cyanide from harming any nearby healthy cells.

By taking vitamin B17 daily, cancer cells never have a chance to develop because the laetrile destroys them too quickly.

So, it will make a lot of people interested to know that vitamin B17 comes from something completely natural--apricot seeds.

Preventing Cancer -- Naturally

Yes,vitamin B-17 is a natural product, as its source is just a regular, everyday, common fruit. Apricot seeds are what make up vitamin B-17, that's it. This vitamin is a purified form of the substance that is found inside apricot seeds. This substance is called amygdalin, and it is what is used to create vitamin B-17.

That makes taking vitamin B-17 to prevent cancer completely natural. When you take these vitamin tablets which are available in either 100mg or 500mg strength, you can be confident in knowing that you are taking a natural product.

Apricot Seeds? Really?

It may seem rather strange, but this is, indeed, where vitamin B17 comes from. There's good reasoning behind this,it wasn't done arbitrarily by some vitamin manufacturer. Apricot seeds contain amygdalin. Amygdalin has cyanide locked away, ready to battle cancer and this cyanide can only be unlocked by a cancer cell because only those cells have the special unlocking enzyme. Once unlocked, the cyanide kills the cancer cell. Nearby cells aren't harmed because a neutralizing agent is released with the cyanide to protect those cells.

Once this was discovered, a biochemist studied the substance and learned how to purify it. Then, in 1952, amygdalin was given its vitamin status based (at least partly) upon recommendation from the co-founder of the National Cancer Institute (NCI). Today, the NCI doesn't readily acknowledge the benefits of vitamin B17, though.Jonathan Bell has many years of extensive study in the area of natural cancer prevention and treatment. He has numerous success stories of people being diagnosed living cancer free with use of alternative methods. http://apricotpower-info.com/]]> Skin Cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/skin-cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/skin-cancer#comments Mon, 28 Jan 2008 01:35:02 +0000 basal cell carcinomaprecancerous lesionstypes of cancerscancerous cellsskin cancercancer patientsmedical experts http://www.artwoo.com/article/skin-cancer Skin cancer is such a disease that can occur to any individual. The till today could not specify the age group of occurrence. They could not either successfully reduce the chances of occurrence because every year the statistics of is increasing. Skin cancer is not as harmful as the other . The usually affect the other normal cells and impair the normal functioning of the organs. Hence cancer spreads to the other organs also. But a patient suffering from skin cancer does not face the same hazard. But yet a person experiences a very discomfort feeling because the skin is of the body is affected. The skin cancer is divided into two types. The type of skin depends upon the origination of the cells. In the United States the incidence has become so high that almost 1 million of the people are prone to skin cancer every year.

The symptoms of the cancers are usually not noted earlier. Initially, the cancer grows is the form of known as dysplasia. This tumor is not a cancer but later on it develops cancerous cells within them. These tumors are actually benign in nature and the treatment of the tumors is also easy. But in case, they are neglected for a long period of time they becomes malignant. when the cancer has developed then it spreads to the other organs and affects the normal functioning of the skin.

There are three main categories of skin cancer. They are , Squamous Cell Carcinoma and melanoma. Melanoma occurs rarely and the rate of occurrence of BCC and SCC is 90% of the total cancers. These two types do not spread to the other organs thus impairing their normal functioning. But melanoma has the property of metastazing. Metastazing means spreading of the cancerous cells to the other organs. When SCC is caused then outer lining of the elliptical cells is affected. The BCC and SCC both the diseases are treated in the same way. Melanoma, as the disease is severe compared to the two diseases, it is treated with chemotherapy techniques because the diasese is often spread to the other cells.

Like the other cancers, one should be aware of the skin cancer symptoms and hence we can start the treatment as early as possible. Till today, no one knows the exact symptoms that can be noticed before the occurance of skin cancer, but factors like hereditary, earlier skin cancers can cause cancer easily. One should be aware of these factors. If somebody from the family is already suffering from skin cancer then the other members should take care of. The skin cancer originates from the moles of the skin that is known as dysplastic nevi. The disease is more easily caused to people who are aged. Now-a-days due to the sun exposure and the high level of radiation released by the sun or UV factors skin cancer can be caused very easily. One should avoid the sun burns or apply ointments that protect you from the harmful radiations of the sun.

But yet, the organizations such as WHO are taking steps to reduce the chances of these cancers. In this way, the people all over the world are becoming aware of the spread of the disease. If a person has any doubt regarding his skin problem, he must immediately visit the doctor and take treatments as frequently as possible. Visit http://www.healthcareguide.info for more information on Symptoms of Skin Cancer and How to Prevent Skin Cancer. Looking for Medical / Health Related Content!!! Look No Further. http://www.contnentwriter.info provides unique Health related content at lowest price. ]]> Yoga For Cancer Afflicted Folks http://www.artwoo.com/article/yoga-for-cancer-afflicted-folks http://www.artwoo.com/article/yoga-for-cancer-afflicted-folks#comments Sat, 09 Dec 2006 10:27:05 +0000 yoga asanasyoga exercisesyoga practicescancer patientscancer patientside effects of chemotherapybreathing exercises http://www.artwoo.com/article/yoga-for-cancer-afflicted-folks cancer patient undergoes. Yoga could be even adopted as a preventive measure against cancer. Since Yoga happens to be a natural healer of damaged cells and tissues, it is considered to prevent cells from getting cancerous.

Regular tend to increase tissues capacity to overcome inner damages. Once you get this increased ability of resilience through yoga, you are less likely to fall prey to cancer. By enhancing your body's overall capacity to fight diseases, it furthermore lessens possibility of severe maladies like cancer. Yoga has also been proved to be a direct combatant against cancer as it restricts growth of cancerous cells. By doing so, yoga happens to increase longevity of patients.

Your immune system gradually becomes stronger with constant . Once you become internally stronger to resist maladies, you are less susceptible to tumor and cancer.

Since are very likely to be under immense stress as it is one of the lethal diseases, Yoga offers a solution to their stress. With the help of Yoga they may keep up with their spirit to fight against the disease.

Yoga helps them shed their constant fear of death. Various relaxation exercises offer them much needed peace of mind. Cancer afflicted folks are made to learn basic asanas and that are of great help in keeping them in good physical and mental condition.

Cancer patients are also recommended to do Pranyama. Among cancerous folks Yoga also reduces and other cancer treatments.

A cancer patient is never recommended all yoga exercises. Seeing the severity and type of cancer they are suggested to perform selective yoga exercises. They are refrained from doing complex as it may affect them adversely due to their weak physical state.

Before taking up yoga, a cancer patient must consult an experienced Yogi. The yogi would suggest only those exercises that serve the patient's purpose well.

So, yoga could prove to be a good companion for folks afflicted with cancer, a companion that would not only decrease trauma and stress associated with the disease but also help in increasing your life expectancy. The author writes about a number of different topics. For more information on yoga visit http://www.therealyoga.com/ and also visit the article pages: http://www.therealyoga.com/yoga-benefits/ and http://www.therealyoga.com/yoga-and-health/ ]]> Protecting Against The Dangers Of Skin Cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/protecting-against-the-dangers-of-skin-cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/protecting-against-the-dangers-of-skin-cancer#comments Mon, 04 Sep 2006 08:27:03 +0000 skin cancersun protection factortanning parlorstanning bedskin care sectionskin care informationultraviolet light http://www.artwoo.com/article/protecting-against-the-dangers-of-skin-cancer skin cancer is a scary thought. However, there are many obvious defenses you take against the dangers of skin cancer. The development of skin cancer may take many years and it may be a long time before the cancerous cells cause any significant damage, yet there is no better time to begin protecting yourself than the present. If you have very fair skin or have a history of skin cancer in your family it is of particular importance that you be cautious as you are more susceptible to the dangers posed by sun exposure.

While tanning out in the sun on a hot day can be quite relaxing, it can also be a potential invitation for cancerous cells. Thus minimizing your exposure to the sun during the time of day when the sun's ray are the most intense, being 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, is highly advised. If you cannot avoid being in the sun for an extended period of time then you should apply sunscreen with a of at least 15 to all areas of the body visible to the sun. Be sure to reapply every so often as well. Being sure to wear clothing that properly protects areas of the body that have been burned in previous years is advisable as well.

If you attend frequently you are also increasing your risk of developing skin cancer. Though the emitted by a is essentially artificial, it is no less dangerous than the light emitted by the sun. If anything the direct exposure received in a tanning bed has the potential to become more dangerous, especially since one can attend tanning parlors all year round. It is also vitally important for children to be especially well protected from the sun, as they are more susceptible to skin damage from ultraviolet light. If you need or have articles to distribute on Skin Care, visit our at: http://www.reprint-content.com/Category/Skin-Care/280 Free article distribution for authors, free content for webmasters: http://www.reprint-content.com ]]> Colon Treatment For Getting Rid Of Colon Cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/colon-treatment-for-getting-rid-of-colon-cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/colon-treatment-for-getting-rid-of-colon-cancer#comments Fri, 21 Jul 2006 10:27:08 +0000 stages of colon cancerhigh cholesterol dietcancer chemotherapyradiation therapyearly stagecancerous cellsstage surgery http://www.artwoo.com/article/colon-treatment-for-getting-rid-of-colon-cancer high cholesterol diet. Add to it the lack of physical movement and tensions of modern day living and you will see the reason why USA is one of the five countries where the occurrences of colon cancer are so common.

However, medical science is not sitting idle either and a number of sophisticated treatments are available to deal with the challenges of a bad colon that is the direct consequence of an unhealthy lifestyle. Of late three major types of treatments are most popular in the USA to deal with colon cancer. They are described below.

1. Surgical operation When colon cancer is detected in an , surgery proves to be extremely beneficial. In an early stage with the aid of a colonoscope, the are removed.

When the cancer is detected at an advanced stage, the surgical procedure that is performed is called resection. It is a process of removing the tumor by making an incision in the abdomen. After the removal of the tumor the colon is stitched back to restore the continuity of the large intestine.

2.Chemotherapy Chemotherapy is applied in cases of most advanced . Chemotherapy literally means killing of cancerous cells through chemical treatment. Two major chemicals that most physicians prefer to apply for the best result in colon cancer are fluorouracil (5-FU) and leucovorin.

3. Most people get startled to hear that radiation is used to treat any disease, as we generally associated with such monstrous things as nuclear bombs. But truth of the matter is that, we are constantly being exposed to some kind of radiation from simple objects of mundane life like mobile phones and even most innocent looking radios. We have to absorb some amount of radiation even as a price for living in this earth. Although radiation is not good for our health but our system somehow copes up in dealing with this. The same is true for the cancer patients who are administered radiation as a therapeutic procedure. In case of colon cancer, patients receive radiation mainly before surgery to make the things easier for the surgeon, as radiation reduces the size of the tumor. After the operation has been performed, radiation is applied to ensure that the tumor doe not come back again. Radiation becomes the only means of treatment to destroy cancerous cells, when it is not possible to remove the tumor by the means of surgery

Usually, radiation is charged externally and each application takes little time to finish...just a few minutes per day. The patient has to undergo the radiation therapy five days a week and the total span of treatment may last for many weeks.

Barring some exceptions, colon cancer is actually the result of unhygienic life style and following the good old adage, "prevention is better than cure", you can prevent this curse ruining your life. A little care for what you eat, simple exercises, little efforts to keep the stress at bay and of course a regular colon cleansing regimen can help you to enjoy life in its fullest. Fred Bennett writes extensively on colon cancer. Visit http://colon-cancer-treatments.info and http://colon-treatment-hub.info. Also check out http://colon-treatment-hub.info ]]> Severe Gerd Symptoms http://www.artwoo.com/article/severe-gerd-symptoms http://www.artwoo.com/article/severe-gerd-symptoms#comments Sat, 05 Jan 2008 17:25:00 +0000 gastroesophageal reflux diseasesevere gerd symptomsacid reflux diseasenausea and vomitingstomach acidgastric contentschronic coughing http://www.artwoo.com/article/severe-gerd-symptoms Acid reflux disease, also known as GERD () is a spilling of up into the esophagus. In the early stages of this disease, it can cause heartburn. However, if not treated, will begin to rear their ugly heads. In addition, these severe GERD symptoms can and do lead to esophageal cancer. Therefore, if possible, it is best to be treated for any heartburn that occurs more than once a week. By doing this, you are then able to prevent severe GERD symptoms.

Severe GERD Symptoms:

1. Barrett's esophagus-GERD can eventually lead to what is known as Barrett's esophagus. This is the most severe of GERD symptoms. Barrett's esophagus is the result of years of the effects of , which is as strong as battery acid. While the stomach is able to tolerate this strong acid, the esophagus is not. The only way to diagnose this severe GERD symptom is to have an EGD, a test in which the Doctor looks at the esophagus through an endoscope. This leads to inflammation, and extreme cell damage. Because of this cell damage, the cells mutate and become cancerous. It also must be related that cancer caused by this severe GERD symptom leads to death in about 85% of those who get it.



2. Regurgitation - is another severe GERD symptom. This occurs when the acidic contents of the stomach not only enter the esophagus but back flows up into the mouth. This can especially happen when you lay down. This severe GERD symptom can lead to other severe GERD symptoms such as , and choking.

3. Hoarseness is a further severe GERD symptom. This severe GERD symptom is caused by the damage to the vocal cords by frequent acid reflux into the mouth (regurgitation).



4. This also causes after meals, which are also severe GERD symptoms.

These are the severe GERD symptoms that you must be aware of when you have heartburn.

Medications for heartburn relieve the pain in the beginning of GERD. However, it is important to get periodic check-ups of your esophagus if you continue to have heartburn for several months, especially if the heartburn is more than twice a week and you are over the age of 50. This is especially important for white men because they are most likely to have severe GERD symptoms such as Barrett's esophagus.

Much discussion has occurred regarding Barrett's esophagus and how to treat this severe GERD symptom. There are those who suggest watching it and hoping it does not turn cancerous, because it often does not. Then there are those who want to attempt to use new technologies to treat this potentially fatal severe GERD symptom before it turns cancerous.

Acid reflux disease can cause several severe GERD symptoms, which can be uncomfortable, or become potentially fatal. Therefore, it is very important to get proper treatment for acid reflux disease to prevent these potentially fatal severe GERD symptoms. Thomas D. Houser Do you suffer from acid reflux? Let us provide tips on how to reduce your symptoms. http://www.acidcurereflux.com/ ]]> Why Anti Oxidant Is Mandatory Dietary Supplement? http://www.artwoo.com/article/why-anti-oxidant-is-mandatory-dietary-supplement http://www.artwoo.com/article/why-anti-oxidant-is-mandatory-dietary-supplement#comments Tue, 02 Jan 2007 04:27:20 +0000 anti oxidantsoxidation reactionsbody cellsoxidation rateoxidation reactioncancerous cellsanti oxidant http://www.artwoo.com/article/why-anti-oxidant-is-mandatory-dietary-supplement s are greatly recommended by doctors as an essential dietary supplement, however very few of us are aware of their efficacy. Doctors advocate for this essential dietary supplement because of its holistic healing properties.

Well, as you know anti oxidant chemicals exist already in some form or other in your to help prevent excessive . This higher rate of s is a major reason behind cancer propelling mutation in cells. These chain oxidation reactions affect cell components in so many other ways as well. Thus anti oxidants are an essential ingredient that must be present in our cells to efficiently perform their task.

However in certain situations either anti oxidants are not present in the needed amount to effectively curb active oxidation, or they are almost not present in cells due to certain reasons. In such a situation it becomes necessary to consume anti oxidants along with your diet to nullify the effect of deficiency.

Even in normal situation a regulated intake of anti oxidants keep the body in good condition. Oxygen itself is most essential element for our existence but its free radicals which are produced after oxidation are found to be very damaging to the body cells. So every cell is needed to have a control over ongoing oxidation procedure to limit the amount of free radicals.

Different types of anti oxidant perform different protection task. For example vitamin A , C and E are anti oxidants but each of them serve a little different function by affecting specific cells for preventing rate of oxidation reaction. These three vitamins are found in natural products that could be taken as dietary supplement.

Another natural anti oxidant happens to be carotenoids. These are found in carrots, apricot and citrus fruits. This anti oxidant helps in preventing development of .

Green vegetables too offer certain types of anti oxidants. So, green vegetables must be a regular part of your diet.

Two major diseases that could be prevented by using anti oxidants are cancer and coronary artery diseases. It could be also very effective in keeping your eyes free of complications. So, intake of antioxidants is mandatory to keep you in good health condition. The author writes about a number of different topics. For more information on anti oxident visit http://www.antioxidantsonline.com/ and also visit the article pages: http://www.antioxidantsonline.com/antioxidant/ and http://www.antioxidantsonline.com/antioxidents-benefits/ ]]> What Is Mesothelioma Cancer? http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-mesothelioma-cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-mesothelioma-cancer#comments Sat, 23 Jun 2007 09:35:01 +0000 mesothelioma asbestossymptoms of mesotheliomaasbestos fibersasbestos productstype of cancermesotheliumhave never heard http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-mesothelioma-cancer type of cancer of which you may . In fact, it is one of the rarest types of cancer with only about 2,000 new cases diagnosed each year. Since this condition is rare, you may be interested in some basic information about it. For instance, what exactly is mesothelioma? What body parts does it affect? What causes it?

Mesothelioma is a condition where the , which a lining that protects the internal organs of the body, becomes cancerous. Doctors use two terms to describe mesothelioma, localized and advanced. Localized mesothelioma indicates the cancer has not spread beyond the protective lining. Doctors used the term advanced to describe mesothelioma that has spread to the internal organs, lymph nodes or other parts of the body.

Exposure to asbestos is the main cause of mesothelioma. Asbestos is a substance that was once widely used in construction because of its insulating and fire retarding properties. In the late 1980's and early 1990's there was a movement to ban some uses of asbestos because of its cancer causing nature.

The amount of asbestos used in construction is now limited, however, some older homes may still have a great deal of asbestos in the form of insulation. Problems usually occur with asbestos when the are inhaled into the lungs.

This can happen if you decide to remodel your home and tear out without proper protective gear. However, most people diagnosed with mesothelioma were exposed to asbestos over long periods of time in a job such as construction.

This type of cancer can be hard to diagnose because its symptoms can mimic those of other diseases. The main include pain in the chest wall, shortness of breath, fatigue, anemia, wheezing or cough. The patient may also suffer abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, and may spit up blood.

A biopsy of affected tissue is required to confirm a diagnosis of mesothelioma. While your doctor is trying to narrow down what is causing your problems, however, he may perform a variety of tests. The tests used to narrow down your condition might include an X-ray of the chest cavity to check for thickening of the mesothelium, which indicates this lining has been damaged by asbestos exposure. He may also order a CAT scan or MRI. A check of the fluid around the lungs, called cytology, for cancerous cells may also be required.

Unfortunately, the prognosis for mesothelioma is not favorable. Because the disease often does not present itself with clear symptoms in the early stages patients are generally not diagnosed until the disease has become advanced.

At this point survival rates are generally less than about five years depending on what type treatment your cancer responds to. Treatments for mesothelioma include surgery to remove cancerous cells and tumors, radiation, immunotherapy and chemotherapy.

Mesothelioma is a disease that is fairly rare and generally limited to workers who have been exposed to asbestos dust or fibers while on their jobs. For this reason there have been limits on the amount of asbestos materials that can be put into any home or building. Those handling the material should take extreme care and wear proper gear at all times to avoid becoming sick from it. For more information on cancer try visiting http://www.cancercondition.com - a website that specializes in providing cancer related information and resources including information on mesothelioma cancer. ]]> HPV Vaccine: A Topic Of Interest For Every Woman http://www.artwoo.com/article/hpv-vaccine-a-topic-of-interest-for-every-woman http://www.artwoo.com/article/hpv-vaccine-a-topic-of-interest-for-every-woman#comments Thu, 09 Nov 2006 00:27:04 +0000 hpv vaccinecause of cervical cancervirus hpvhpv infectionhuman papilloma viruscervical cancer deathsstds http://www.artwoo.com/article/hpv-vaccine-a-topic-of-interest-for-every-woman human papilloma virus. HPV is an STD that affects millions of people each year. Although many cases of HPV will clear up without treatment there is a concern because HPV is the leading . With the introduction of the many women can be assured that their chances of developing this serious form of cancer will be reduced.

Considering that in the United States alone the incidence of in women aged between 18 and 22 is 50%, it's obvious that a vaccine could have a significant impact. In many other under-developed countries this percentage is much higher and with limited access to medical treatment 80% of the world's occur in these countries.

Some of the factors regarding HPV vaccine that need to be taken into consideration are:

* The age at which vaccination should occur. Some medical experts argue that the HPV vaccine should be administered to young women before they become sexually active. This would mean the HPV vaccine would be given at a fairly young age which has upset many people. They view the HPV vaccine as a signal to these young women that they can be sexually active without worry of .

* Pap smears still need to be done. Women need to remain vigilant about their annual Pap test even after receiving the vaccine. Although the HPV vaccine can reduce the incidence of cervical cancer it is certainly not the only cause. A Pap smear can detect any abnormalities early which allows for the highest rate of survival in women who do have pre-cancerous or cancerous cells.

The cost of the HPV vaccine is also heavily debated. Although many researchers view it as a necessity and instrumental in the sexual health of women, it is a concern in underdeveloped countries where the resources just aren't available.

The HPV vaccine could certainly add to a woman's health arsenal. As with any STD, prevention is truly the key. When a woman employs safe sex practices along with an annual Pap smear and the HPV vaccine she has a fighting chance against cervical cancer. Carmen Peralta is a staff writer for http://www.stdsingles.com/articles/ and a member of http://www.stdsingles.com - a dating and socials site for people with STDs. ]]> Infrared Cameras: An Emerging Technology In Medicine http://www.artwoo.com/article/infrared-cameras-an-emerging-technology-in-medicine http://www.artwoo.com/article/infrared-cameras-an-emerging-technology-in-medicine#comments Tue, 08 May 2007 04:19:57 +0000 cancer cellsbreast cancerskin cancerinfrared camerasinfrared thermographythermographic camerawhat this means http://www.artwoo.com/article/infrared-cameras-an-emerging-technology-in-medicine cancer cells and keep them from spreading; and what better way to spot the presence of cancer cells or ensure its complete removal than through ?

An infrared camera, also known as , is a device that uses infrared radiation to form an image. It was originally developed for military use. Over the years, however, the infrared camera has become the equipment of choice not only by law enforcers and intelligence officers, but also by doctors and archaeologists.

By far the most dramatic and useful application of the infrared camera is in the field of medicine. Infrared cameras have been found to be very effective in cancer screening.

Detecting Infrared cameras are used to identify vascular thermal patterns in breasts. These patterns are usually signs of the early-stage development of breast cancer. In a process known as thermography, vascular conditions called angiogenesis are easily detected. What makes the use of infrared cameras in breast cancer detection particularly dramatic is that thermal imaging systems reveal angiogenesis years before mammograms are able to detect them.

Understanding In infrared thermography, an infrared camera measures temperature differences occurring in different body parts. These cameras create pictures pointing to areas of the body where abnormal cell growth is suspected. Infrared cameras are able to do this because abnormal tissues give off more heat than normal tissues. is that under an infrared probe, body parts with unusual cell growth show up quite clearly.

Pinpointing Cells Experts also look into the possibility of using infrared technology to map out the roots of skin cancer. Infrared cameras are made to distinguish between cancerous and non-cancerous lesions. Should this procedure be approved for widespread application, it will eliminate the need for cost-intensive physical examinations and tissue biopsies.

Finding Brain Tumors By far the hardest of all cancers to remove is brain cancer. When surgeons operate on the brain, they try to do two things: magnify the tumor as precisely and clearly as they can, and remove as much of it as possible. The problem with this procedure, however, is that brain tumor tissues look very much similar to healthy tissues. It is, thus, possible for doctors to accidentally take out healthy tissues along with the cancer cells, or leave behind cancer cells that would eventually regrow into tumors.

Doctors at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California are now studying the possibility of sketching tumor margins through recognition of temperature changes during surgery. Because tumor cells emit more heat compared to healthy ones, infrared cameras will show doctors the boundaries between tumor regions and the surrounding healthy tissues.





Embracing Infrared Imaging The best thing about cancer screening through infrared technology is that its non-invasive. Thermal imaging measures heat energy coming from patients. With infrared cameras, there won't be any need to expose patients to X-rays, intravenous solutions, or incisions.

Infrared technology is still in its beta phase, and has a long way to go before it gains general acceptance. This early, however, many are hopeful that infrared cameras will revolutionize cancer

detection and treatment. With prudent and proper application of technology, cancer patients need not die senselessly. Want to learn more about infrared cameras ( http://www.video-surveillance-guide.com/infrared-camera.htm )? Find out which of the surveillance cameras ( http://www.video-surveillance-guide.com ) and CCTV systems ( http://www.video-surveillance-guide.com/cctv-surveillance-systems.htm ) best suits your needs when you visit http://Video-Surveillance-Guide.com today! ]]> Recognizing And Battling Breast Cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/recognizing-and-battling-breast-cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/recognizing-and-battling-breast-cancer#comments Tue, 11 Jul 2006 08:27:05 +0000 breast cancer womenbreast cancer tumorbreast skincancerous breasthot topicgenetic mutationmalignant tumors http://www.artwoo.com/article/recognizing-and-battling-breast-cancer malignant tumors. However, not all tumors are cancerous.

Breast cancer has been diagnosed in large numbers in North America and Europe. In 2001, about 200,000 cases of breast cancer were diagnosed in the United States alone. Every woman has a 1 in 8 risk of developing breast cancer, but the risk of dying from breast cancer is much lower, barely 1 in 28.

The risk of getting breast cancer is generally higher among older women, women with a family history or previous history of breast cancer, women who had radiation therapy in the chest region, women who started their periods before 12 years old, women who had menopause after 50 years old, women who never had children or had them age 30 or older, or women with . In recent times genetic mutations for breast cancer have become a of research.

The has the following symptoms: lump or thickening that appears on the breast or underarm, changes in the breast's shape, nipple turned inwards followed by colorless discharge, red or scaled skin or nipple, or ridges on the .

If a woman experiences any of these symptoms, it does not necessarily mean she has breast cancer. In such a case she should undergo a breast cancer personal check-up. It is estimated that 95% of breast cancer is detected through personal check-up. The breast cancer personal check-up includes checking for lumps in the breasts after each menstrual period, puckering the skin, and checking for nipple retraction or discharge. For consistent result, every woman should do a breast cancer personal check-up at the same time every month. Various other techniques such as mammography, thermography, ultrasonography, computerized tomography scan etc, can also help detect breast cancer.

Breast cancer treatments include surgery that removes cancerous tissues, with breast conservation therapy (BCT) being one such surgery. Other breast cancer treatments include chemotherapy, radiotherapy, hormonal therapy and biologic therapy. Radiotherapy is a common breast cancer treatment, and radiation treatment and chemotherapy may follow surgery to ensure the destruction of the stray cancer cells.

Even after undergoing many or all of these breast cancer treatment measures, unfortunately almost half the women suffer from a recurrence of the disease. If you are searching for ways to battle Breast Cancer, visit Susan's site at http://www.breast-cancer-survivor.info. Susan also enjoys writing on a wide range of topics at http://www.sports-and-recreation-hub.info. ]]> The Health Benefit of Pecans http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-health-benefit-of-pecans http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-health-benefit-of-pecans#comments Sat, 30 Aug 2008 01:22:29 +0000 breast cancer preventiondietary approaches to stop hypertensiongamma tocopherolpecan nutsnational institutes of healthpecan nutlower cholesterol http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-health-benefit-of-pecans pecan nut is not only rich and tasty but the package of health benefits offered by these nuts is pretty good too. It is recommended that you eat to make sure that your diet is in line with the recommendations made by various departments for healthy eating. The great part about pecans is that they are easily available and you don't have to search high and low for them.

Lowering Blood Pressure

No nuts can help cure blood pressure. However, most nuts including pecans form an integral component of the '' eating plan that has been developed by the . It can lower your blood pressure and it will definitely suffuse your dietary plan with the nutrients that are essential requirements for controlling hypertension. What's more you really don't have to make any effort to eat pecans as they are delicious.



Before we tell you about why pecans help in breast cancer prevention we must tell you that this area of study is in its early stages but it cannot be denied that the pecan nut has essential elements that will help in preventing breast cancer. Pecans are a rich source of oleic acids and laboratory tests that have been conducted suggest that the oleic acid can suppress the activities of those gene cells that might trigger incidences of breast cancer.

A Healthy Heart

It is no secret that a bad heart is a result of excessive amounts of cholesterol in the world. Pecans sort this problem out for you as they contain a compound that has the ability to levels and beta-sitosterol. The pecan nut can be included in your daily health diet and it would contribute heavily to the lowering of your cholesterol levels, hence if you need a healthy heart, eat pecans.

Treating Your Prostate

Researchers at Purdue University have come up with a great pecan health advantage. The pecan nut has gamma-tocopherol, which is a type of Vitamin E and it is this vitamin that helps kill the cancerous prostate cells and does not affect the health cells. However, the laboratory studies are continuing and the laboratory result would now be confirmed only after test of this Vitamin E element on animals. However, it is proven that the natural compounds found in pecans that lower cholesterol levels also treat symptoms of benign prostate hyperplasia which is a condition in which the prostate gland in men becomes enlarged. This is a non-cancerous condition.

At the end of the day, many dieticians and health practitioners advise people to at pecans as they are a great substitute for meat products. They have high levels of proteins and also contain fats that are cholesterol free. It is generally considered that one ounce of meat is equal to 10 pecan halves. So, the next time that you think you want to eat meat; and you have health problems, try to go for a mouthful of pecans.Tanner's Pecan is proud to offer a variety of holiday gift baskets, peanut butter fudge, chocolate pecan pie, pecans, roasted pecans, and chocolate fudge. Visit Tanner's Pecans today for the best selection of pecans and Pecan Pralines.]]> Complications Arising From Acid Reflux http://www.artwoo.com/article/complications-arising-from-acid-reflux http://www.artwoo.com/article/complications-arising-from-acid-reflux#comments Mon, 07 Aug 2006 00:27:09 +0000 barretts esophagusgastroesophageal reflux diseaseacid refluxgerd patientspepsininflamestomach http://www.artwoo.com/article/complications-arising-from-acid-reflux Acid Reflux or (GERD) is a condition in which the liquid content of the backs up or refluxes into the esophagus. The liquid can and damage the lining of the esophagus. This regurgitated liquid mainly contains acid and , both being produced by the stomach. It may also contain bile. Amongst all the contents of the liquid, acid is the most harmful.

Once GERD starts, it stays for life-long. GERD is a chronic condition and the treatment has to continue indefinitely. The reflux of the stomach's liquid contents into the esophagus occurs in normal individuals also. The difference of it occurring in is that the refluxed liquid contains more acid that often remains in the esophagus for longer duration. The body has ways of protecting itself from the effects of reflux and acid. Saliva contains bicarbonate that neutralizes the small amount of acid that remains in the esophagus. Gravity, swallowing and saliva are the protective mechanisms for the esophagus when an individual is in the upright position.

There are various complications arising because of acid reflux.

Ulcers -- The cells lining the esophagus are sometimes damaged due to the reflux of liquid from the stomach into the esophagus. An ulcer is a break in the lining of the esophagus that occurs in an area of inflammation. It may give rise to bleeding in the esophagus. When the bleeding becomes severe, blood transfusion is required along with endoscopic or surgical treatment.

Strictures -- Scars are formed when the ulcers of the esophagus heal. The scar tissue shrinks and narrows the lumen of the esophagus. This scarred narrowing is called a stricture. It may cause swallowed food to get stuck in the esophagus. Barrett's esophagus -- Severe GERD or Long-standing cause cells to change that line the esophagus. These cells then become pre-cancerous and then finally cancerous.

Cough and Asthma -- Some nerves in the esophagus are stimulated by the refluxed acid, which results in pain. Other nerves that are also stimulated provoke coughing. The stimulated esophageal nerves that connect to the nerves going to the lungs causes the breathing tubes to narrow, resulting in an attack of asthma.

Inflammation of the throat and larynx -- When the refluxed liquid gets past the upper esophageal sphincter, it enters the throat and the voice box, causing inflammation and soar throat.

Inflammation and infection of the lungs -- The reflux of liquid into the lungs results in coughing and choking. This can lead to infection of the lungs and result in pneumonia.

Fluid in the sinuses and middle ear -- Found in children, it is caused when the sinuses and middle ears are closed off from the nasal passages by the swelling of the adenoids. Fluid is then accumulated within them.

GERD is treated with life-style changes, antacids, histamine antagonists (H2 blockers), proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), pro-motility drugs, foam barriers, surgery, and endoscopy. Barney writes about various topics, please visit http://www.acid-reflux-source.info, http://www.noacidreflux.info and http://www.beat-acid-reflux.info for more acid reflux, heartburn and GERD information. ]]> Definition Of Chemotherapy http://www.artwoo.com/article/definition-of-chemotherapy http://www.artwoo.com/article/definition-of-chemotherapy#comments Fri, 16 Jun 2006 21:32:05 +0000 cancer cellschemotherapy drugscancerous cellstargetantimetabolitesenzyme supplytype of drugs http://www.artwoo.com/article/definition-of-chemotherapy cancerous cells and other healthy cells which include hair follicles, bone marrow, reproductive system etc.

You would get anxious at the mention of chemotherapy for above reasons but there is not much cause for worry as healthy cells regenerate fast after the therapy is complete. Chemotherapy is either used exclusively or in combination with radiation or surgical therapies.

Advantages Unlike radiation, which kills in the area, chemotherapy is universal and treats the entire body. This attacks the untreated cancer cells from the previous cancer too. Doctors use chemotherapy depending on the spread and type of cancer to

Destroy cancer cells from the body, no withstanding its wide spread Prolong life expectancy by controlling cancer growth and spread Alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life

Chemotherapy Types and Methodology Chemotherapy is not always based on a single drug for the fear of developing resistance to the drug. On the other hand a combination has different actions at the cellular level and kills more cancer cells preventing further spread. Your doctor decides on the combination considering your age, tolerance limit, and health. Mind you, all such combinations are tested on patients with similar conditions.

A few representative types.

1.Alkylating agents, deter the replication of DNA, prevents cancer cell growth. 2., block the to cancer cells on which they thrive. 3.Anti-tumor antibiotics change cell membranes by blocking enzyme supply led cell division. These are not the general antibiotics. 4.Nitrosoureas obstruct the ways DNA is repaired by enzymes. 5.Mitotic inhibitors inhibit cell division by hindering enzymes essential in the cell reproduction.

Chemotherapy is administered cyclically considering the and your condition. travel thru the entire body, so there are four ways devised for administration.

1.Intravenous method where drug is injected into your veins. 2.Oral chemotherapeutic pills to swallow. 3.Topical application (ointments) for skin cancers. 4.Intramuscular injection.

Side Effects On the lighter side there are side effects like vomiting, nausea, hair loss, dry mouth, constipation and loss of appetite etc. Beware, some problems like damages to heart, lungs and kidneys show much after the treatment. Urinating blood and nervous damage and attack of secondary cancers like lymphoma, leukemia is not ruled out. Alan Ross writes and contribute articles on many topics. He is a nice guy too. Be sure to visit http://www.chemotherapyforyou.info and his other website http:/chemotherapy-foryou.info for more information. ]]> Oxygen and Cancer Do Not Get Along http://www.artwoo.com/article/oxygen-and-cancer-do-not-get-along http://www.artwoo.com/article/oxygen-and-cancer-do-not-get-along#comments Sun, 09 Nov 2008 06:08:24 +0000 red blood cellsimproper dietscellular oxygenessential fatty acidsoxygen exchangeatmospheric oxygencancer cells http://www.artwoo.com/article/oxygen-and-cancer-do-not-get-along
What I want to target is cancer and it's prime cause. There are a lot of various types of "cancer awareness", which is a good thing, with monies being raised for more and more research to stop this disease. What we need to look at is not letting cancer get a foothold to begin with. And it starts with oxygen.

Without a dependable supply of oxygen, the cells in our bodies cnnot function properly. Nutrients in our diets must have oxygen present to convert their potential energy into usable energy. In order for new cells to be formed, hundreds of amino acids must link together using oxygen as the source of their energy.

The prime cause of cancer is the replacement of the respiration of oxygen in normal body cells by a fermentation of sugar. All normal body cells meet their energy needs by respiration of oxygen, whereas meet their energy needs in great part by fermentation.

Poor oxygenation comes from a buildup of carcinogens and other toxins within and around cells, which blocks and then damages the respiration mechanism. Clumping up of slows down the bloodstream, and restricts flow into capillaries. This also causes poor oxygenation. Even lack of the proper building blocks for cell walls, , restricts .

There are some factors that rob us of oxygen on a daily basis.

Toxicity, emotional stress, physical trauma and infections, reduction of , and lack of exercise. Some of these factors we can control and some we cannot. For instance, scientific analysis reveals that the oxygen content of the air appears to be declining in our atmosphere, especially in larger cities.

It is not a surprise then that we see concurrent increases in human illness and disease. Is this chance, or a direct correlation to the decreased levels of oxygen. I go with the latter and is something not to take lightly.

Biochemist Dr. Otto Warburg, who awarded the Nobel prize regarding his cancer research, was convinced that cancer cells can only begin to proliferate in the human body when the cells become oxygen deficient and that cancer cells cannot proliferate at all when exposed to an oxygen-rich environment.

Recent research just confirms this, that indeed, lack of oxygen in cells and tissue is the underlying root cause of not just cancer but, quite possibly, of all chronic degenerative disease.

Cancer cells produce excess lactic acid as they ferment energy. Lactic acid is toxic, and tends to prevent the transport of oxygen into neighboring normal cells. Over time as these cells replicate, the cancer may spread if not destroyed by the immune system.

Chemotherapy and radiation are used because cancer cells are weaker than normal cells and therefore may die first. However, chemo and radiation damage respiratory enzymes in healthy cells, and overload them with toxins, so they become more likely to develop into cancer. The underlying cancer causing conditions are worsened, not improved. And the cancer usually returns quickly a second time unless you make changes to support the health of your body.

The implication of this research is that an effective way to support the body's fight against cancer would be to get as much oxygen as you can into healthy cells, and improving their ability to utilize oxygen. Raising the oxygen levels of normal cells would help prevent them from becoming cancerous. And increasing oxygen levels in cancer cells to high levels could help kill those cancer cells.

Medical researchers when working with cell cultures in a lab, if they want the cells to mutate, they turn down the oxygen. To stop the mutation, the oxygen is turned back up. One type of white blood cells kills cancer cells by injecting oxygen creating hydrogen peroxide into the cells.

So, how can we make sure that are cells are oxygenated? There are liquid oxygen supplements available that release oxygen into the blood that will literally produce more oxygen in your cells. In a nutshell, a stabilized oxygen supplement contains oxygen molecules in a liquid solution that is taken orally, usually 10-20 drops in glass of pure water which makes pure oxygen available to be immediately absorbed directly into the bloodstream. The hemoglobin then carries this oxygen straight to your body's cells and tissues, highly saturating them with oxygen in the process.For more information or if you have a question, please visit Cancer Free, we would love to hear from you.]]>