Tag: breast cancer
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Understanding Hormone Therapy for Breast and Prostate Cancer
What Is Hormone Therapy and How Does It Work? Hormone therapy is a cancer treatment that blocks or lowers the levels of certain hormones to slow or stop cancer growth. It’s commonly used for breast and prostate cancers, which often rely on hormones like estrogen and testosterone to grow. Differences in Use for Breast vs.…
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Living with Breast Cancer: Natural Ways to Manage Hormone-Related Side Effects
Breast cancer treatment, especially hormone therapy, can cause challenging side effects like hot flashes, fatigue, mood swings, and joint pain. Medications are helpful, but so are natural solutions. Here are a few easy yet efficient strategies to deal with side effects caused by hormones. Eat a Balanced Diet What you eat has a huge impact…
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The Psychological Impact of Breast Cancer
Receiving a breast cancer diagnosis can be one of the most upsetting experiences a woman faces. The emotional toll persists long after the initial diagnosis, and the shock, worry and uncertainty can be overwhelming. As the treatment begins, new difficulties emerge – strained relationships, constant fatigue, anxiety about symptoms and even discrimination in the workplace.…
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The Psychological Impact of a Breast Cancer Diagnosis: Understanding and Support
Receiving a breast cancer diagnosis is often one of the most distressing events a woman can face. The initial shock of the diagnosis is just the beginning, as the ensuing emotional and psychological turmoil can be profound and long-lasting. The Emotional Journey Post-Diagnosis The journey through breast cancer treatment is fraught with challenges. Women may…
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Understanding Cancer in Young Adults: Challenges and Considerations
Cancer is often associated with older age, but young adults, aged 20 to 39, can also face this formidable disease. While less common in this age group, a diverse range of cancer types can occur, presenting unique challenges in diagnosis and treatment. Unlike cancers in children or older adults, the most prevalent types in young…
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Is There a Link Between Diabetes and Cancer?
Diabetes, a condition characterized by insufficient insulin production or inefficient insulin utilization by the pancreas, presents a myriad of health challenges, one of which is an increased risk of various cancers. Type 2 Diabetes, in particular, has been identified as a significant risk factor for several types of malignant neoplasms. While genetic and environmental factors…
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Understanding Common Cancers and Their Symptoms
Cancer is a formidable adversary, a disease characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells within the body. Its origins can vary, with cells proliferating in diverse locations and often metastasizing to other parts of the body. According to Narayana Health, cancer broadly falls into three categories: Carcinomas, Sarcomas, and Blood cancers. Carcinomas,…
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Is There a Link Between Diabetes and Cancer?
Diabetes is a condition where your pancreas is unable to produce enough insulin or does not use it efficiently. It’s usually characterized by increased blood sugar, increased thirst and increased urination. Type 2 Diabetes has been considered as a risk factor of several types of malignant neoplasms. In cancer development both genetic and environmental factors…
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Myths and Facts about Nutrition
Misconceptions about cancer causes can lead to unnecessary worry about your health and in some cases can also cause malnutrition. Let’s have a look at few of these myths