Breast cancer accounts for 14% of female cancer cases in India. Though anybody may have it, women over 40 are more likely to. Understanding this condition may help individuals take the appropriate precautions despite its scariness. Breast cancer is caused by uncontrolled cell growth. A lump or bulk of these…
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Is Thyroid Cancer Curable? If yes, then How?
Did you hear about the severe disease, cancer? Quite obvious! It may happen at any part of the body regardless of age and gender. It may be the result of poor food habits, such as tobacco intake, genetics, or some unknown fact. Now, you must have heard about thyroid problems.…
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Cervical Cancer: Know the Causes and Prevention Strategies
Cervical cancer develops in the cervix, which is the lower part of the uterus that connects to a woman’s vagina. It is primarily caused by persistent infection with high-risk strains of the human papillomavirus, a sexually transmitted virus. Causes of Cervical Cancer HPV Infection: Infection with high-risk strains of HPV…
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Malignant Melanoma: Causes, Symptoms and Management
Malignant melanoma is a type of skin cancer that originates in melanocytes, the cells responsible for producing melanin, the pigment that gives color to the skin, hair and eyes. Melanoma is considered the most dangerous form of skin cancer due to its potential for aggressive growth and metastasis, which is…
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Oral Cancer: Signs, Risk Factors and Prevention
Oral cancer is perceived as a persistent sore or a growth in the mouth which does not go away on its own. It includes cancers of the pharynx, lips, cheeks, tongue, sinuses, and the floor of the mouth. It is a life-threatening condition if not diagnosed and treated early. When…