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Spice Compounds May Stem Tumor Growth
Compounds derived from two spices — pepper and turmeric — could help prevent breast cancer by limiting the growth of stem cells that promote tumor growth, a new study shows. When curcumin (from turmeric) and piperine (from black peppers) were … Continue reading
Health risks and financial cost make it wise to quit smoking
Today marks the American Cancer Society’s 34th annual Great American Smokeout, which encourages smokers to use the date to stop smoking for at least a day, in the hopes that it will lead to a lifetime of being smoke-free. Tobacco … Continue reading
Prognosis: Lingering Pain After Surgery for Breast Cancer
Breast cancer patients often experience pain that persists long after surgery, and a new Danish study has found that the problem affects a large proportion of women. Almost half the patients reported chronic pain two to three years after treatment, … Continue reading
Low cholesterol may prevent some prostate cancers
Men may protect more than their hearts if they keep cholesterol in line: Their chances of getting aggressive prostate cancer may be lower, new research suggests. One study found that men whose cholesterol was in a healthy range — below … Continue reading
Green Tea and Breast Cancer
A recent study reported in the International Journal of Cancer suggests that women who eat large amounts of mushrooms and drink a lot of green tea may be at lower risk for developing breast cancer. The research trial included more … Continue reading
Breast cancer Alternative medicine
No alternative medicine treatments have been found to cure breast cancer. But complementary and alternative medicine therapies may help you cope with side effects of treatment when combined with your doctor’s care. Alternative medicine for fatigue Many breast cancer survivors … Continue reading
Breast Cancer test
Staging breast cancer Once your doctor has diagnosed your breast cancer, he or she works to determine the extent (stage) of your cancer. Your cancer’s stage helps determine your prognosis and your treatment options. Complete information about your cancer’s stage … Continue reading
Breast Cancer Symptoms and Diagnosis
Breast Cancer Signs And Symptoms An early diagnosis of breast cancer is associated with a higher survival rate. Therefore, it is vital to be able to recognize the signs of breast cancer. Symptoms of breast cancer can include: •Clear or … Continue reading
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What is breasts cancer
What Is Breast Cancer? The human body is made of tiny building blocks called cells. Your body creates them, replacing those that die with new ones. Usually, the body creates healthy, normal cells that do just what they’re supposed to … Continue reading