Many cancer patients choose to undergo medical treatment, and chemotherapy is one of the most popular and effective. Chemotherapy uses various drugs that are administered to the patients orally or intravenously; usually, patients are given a...
Cancer refers to a medical condition in which cells within the body multiply rapidly and form tumors. Sometimes, these tumors can spread to the rest of the body. The Mayo Clinic states that symptoms of cancer include unintentional weight loss,...
A carcinoid, also called a carcinoid tumor, is a rare, slow-growing cancer of the neuroendocrine system. This system furnishes hormones that govern organ function throughout the body. According to Macmillan Cancer Support, 85 percent of carcinoids...
Cancer is a very difficult diagnosis to deal with and patients need to discuss with their doctors what treatment they will undergo. Chemotherapy is a popular option, where the cancer patient receives the drugs either intravenously or orally. The...
Cancer cells grow, replicate, and then divide much like any cell. Unlike normal cells, they do not know when to stop dividing. This rapid division forms cancerous tumors. Chemotherapy works by attacking a cell and causing it to become unable to...
"Core Curriculum of Oncology Nursing" describes a vesicant chemotherapy as medication that can cause damage to cells and tissues if it leaks into subcutaneous tissue. This leaking is called extravasation. Extravasation of these medications...
Stomach cancer, medically known as gastric cancer, refers to a potentially fatal disease in which stomach cells grow at a rapid rate. The Mayo Clinic states that signs of stomach cancer include stomach pain, vomiting, weight loss, indigestion and...
Arthritis is a common disease that causes pain and weakness. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of this disease, affecting almost 27 million Americans. Certain alternative therapies may help reduce the symptoms of arthritis. While both...
According to the World Heath Organization (WHO), cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, accounting for more than seven million deaths in 2003 worldwide. In the United States, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) name it the...
Chemotherapy treatment for cancer dates back to the 1940s when it was first used to treat a patient with lymphoma. Since that time, many new chemotherapy treatment options have become available. Chemotherapy works by halting the growth,...
Dr. Shabbir M.H. Alibhai and colleagues report in the March 15, 2005 issue of the "Canadian Medical Association Journal" that many prescription drugs older people take for chronic conditions contribute to unintentional weight loss. Obvious...
Symptoms of hypoglycemia can be painful, but medication might not be the answer. A well-balanced diet of protein, whole grains can keep your blood sugar levels stable, diminishing need for medication. Talk to your doctor about how to monitor your...
Chemotherapy refers to chemicals used to treat different kinds of cancers. These chemicals work by affecting cell division or synthesis of DNA, thereby making it difficult for the cancer cells to multiply and spread. Chemotherapy targets cancer...
Chemotherapy drugs are used to treat and stop the spread of a variety of cancers and leukemias. They work by killing the cancer cells or by stopping them from dividing and reproducing. Chemotherapy drugs can be administered intravenously (IV),...
Aloe vera, a type of succulent plant that grows in arid regions of Africa and India, has been used for its nutritional and medicinal value for centuries. A popular skin treatment for minor burns and abrasions, aloe vera juice is also consumed for...
Elevated blood sugar, or blood glucose, levels are characteristic of prediabetes and diabetes. This condition occurs when your body doesn't produce any or enough insulin, or when it cannot properly use the insulin it does produce. Dietary...
The internal gel of the aloe vera leaf has many uses, both internally and externally. Scientific studies show that aloe vera gel may help alleviate conditions such as diabetes. However, consult your doctor before trying to prevent, treat or cure...
Patients with gastrinoma should consult with various medical professionals when attempting to identify an individually appropriate treatment protocol. The family physician is the first member of this vital team. Other team members may include a...
The combination of honey and cinnamon has been credited by some with helping many health problems, from colds to weight loss. While many of these claims have not been scientifically proven, cinnamon has been shown to be helpful for reducing...
The goal of cancer chemotherapy is to kill tumor cells in a cancer patient without causing any harm to the patient as a side effect of the treatment. The majority of conventional chemotherapies work by poisoning cancer cells. While these drugs are...
Grape seed extracts are produced from grape seeds obtained often from red wine manufacturers. They contain high amounts of vitamin E, linoleic acid and multiple antioxidants. Diabetes is a metabolic disease that has several secondary complications...
Visceral fat --- also referred to as abdominal, stomach or belly fat --- is the most dangerous form of fat. According to the Cleveland Clinic, abdominal fat wraps around your organs including the liver and increases your risk of medical conditions...
Aloe vera is a one of over 350 species of related plants, named after the arabic word, "alloeh" meaning bitter and shiny, according to the "Aloe Vera Handbook," by H. Panda. Aloe has been used in many parts of the world, including China and South...
Reishi mushrooms, Ganoderma lucidum, have been used for their purported benefits to health and longevity in Asian countries for 2,000 years. Reishi contain approximately 400 bioactive compounds -- molecules that can influence the function of your...
