Bladder cancer is a type of cancer that?begins in the cells of your bladder, which is a balloon-shaped organ that stores urine located in your pelvic area. Although it can occur at any age, bladder cancer most commonly affects older adults. Most of the time, bladder cancer is diagnosed while it is still in its early stages, which significantly increases the chance of successful treatment. Here ... Read More
Brain cancer is among the most serious forms of this deadly disease. Every year approximately 70,000 people are diagnosed with tumors in their brains. Not all tumors are cancerous; some are benign and just need to be watched closely to make sure they don't spread. Still, an estimated 15,000 people die from brain cancer each year. More men are affected than women, and brain cancer can occur at a... Read More
Breast cancer is a type of cancer that?forms in the cells of the breast. It is estimated that there will be over 40,000 deaths from breast cancer in the United States in 2015. The earlier breast cancer is detected, the higher your chances of successful treatment will be. Therefore, being able to recognize the earliest signs and symptoms of breast cancer could potentially save your life. Adult ... Read More
Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related in the United States. According to the American Cancer Society,?occurs?when cells in a part of the body grow out of control in the colon or rectum.?Most cancer of the colon or rectum starts out as a polyp, or a growth that starts in the inner lining of the colon or rectum and grows toward the center. Polyps are not cancer, but certain t... Read More
Kidney cancer is a type of cancer that originally forms in the cells of your kidneys, which are the?organs located in the backside of your abdomen on each side of your spine. The American Cancer Society estimates that over 61,000 new cases of kidney cancer will be diagnosed in 2015, leading to more than 14,000 deaths for the year. The earlier your cancer is found and diagnosed, the more likely ... Read More
Liver cancer is a type of cancer that originates in the cells of your liver, which is a football-sized organ located in your abdomen above your stomach and beneath your diaphragm. According to the American Cancer Society, there will be over 35,000 new cases of liver cancer diagnosed in 2015, with a resulting 25,000 deaths from the disease. The earlier you are diagnosed with liver cancer, the h... Read More
Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that develops in the melanocytes, which are the skin cells that produce melanin (the pigment that gives your skin its color). Although melanoma is considered the most serious type of skin cancer, it can also sometimes develop in your eyes or in your internal organs. According to the American Cancer Society, more than 73,000 people will be diagnosed with melanom... Read More
Prostate cancer is second only to skin cancer for incidence rates among men in the United States, and only lung cancer is responsible for more cancer-related deaths. While prostate cancer can be extremely aggressive, it often grows slowly, remains in the prostate gland, and if caught early, can be dealt with before causing complications or fatalities. While there are many treatment options avai... Read More
Bone cancer, as the name suggests, arises from the bone. It is usually a secondary or a metastatic form of cancer. Statistics suggest that about 30 to 50 percent of all cancer patients experience pain, and of those, up to 90 percent of patients with progressive cancer undergo significant, life- changing, cancer-induced pain. The most common types of cancers that more often lead to bone cancers ... Read More
Lung cancer is the number one leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women, causing more deaths each year than prostate, ovarian, breast, and colon cancer combined.?If you are diagnosed with lung cancer, your treatment plan will depend on the type and stage of your lung cancer, as well as your personal preferences and overall health. Luckily, there are many different optio... Read More