• US scientists show how immune system 'prunes' tumours

    Updated: 2012-02-08 18:08:00
    Laboratory research by US scientists has shown for the first time how the body's immune system shapes how a tumour grows.

  • Feb 8, Colon Cancer or Parasite

    Updated: 2012-02-08 15:07:37
    I was in Africa for two weeks at the end of November. After five days I got an unusual pain in my lower abdomen. I had a colonoscopy 2.5 years ago it was

  • Feb 8, Diverticulis

    Updated: 2012-02-08 14:58:08
    Can poylps go away

  • Feb 8, Can I put green tea concentrate in my tea?

    Updated: 2012-02-08 14:57:28
    Can I put green tea supplement the day before a colonoscopy

  • Feb 8, Breast Bleeding

    Updated: 2012-02-08 14:56:04
    My father is facing pain and bleeding in his breast..?

  • Risk of Death From Certain Breast Cancers May Rise With Age

    Updated: 2012-02-07 23:44:46
    Health News Risk of Death From Certain Breast Cancers May Rise With Age Print E-mail TUESDAY , Feb . 7 HealthDay News The risk of dying from a hormone receptor-positive breast cancer increases with age , according to new research . And one reason might be that older women with breast cancer are undertreated compared to their younger . peers For women between the ages of 65 and 74, the risk of dying from breast cancer was 25 percent higher than for women under 65. For those 75 and older , the risk of death was 63 percent higher than for women under 65, according to the new study . This study showed that among postmenopausal , non-metastatic , breast cancer patients , elderly patients have a higher risk of dying from breast cancer than younger patients , said study author Dr . Cornelis van

  • Breast Cancer Drug May Weaken Bones Study Finds

    Updated: 2012-02-07 23:44:46
    , Health News Breast Cancer Drug May Weaken Bones , Study Finds Print E-mail TUESDAY , Feb . 7 HealthDay News A drug used to prevent breast cancer in women at high risk for the disease appears to cause bone loss in some postmenopausal women , a new study . finds The drug , Aromasin exemestane has been shown to reduce the odds of breast cancer by 65 percent , but it also worsens bone density by about three times in older women who are taking it , Canadian researchers . report The drug did affect bone density at the hip and spine , said lead researcher Dr . Angela Cheung , a senior scientist at the University Health Network in Toronto . It does not affect everyone about 65 percent of women have some bone loss . The fear of bone loss is not a reason not to take the drug , Cheung said . You

  • Feb 7, Difficult to urinate after removal of colon polyps

    Updated: 2012-02-07 16:13:25
    Hi, I am a 27 year old female. Yesterday I had a colonoscopy, removal of some skin tags, banding of internal hemmroids and a polyp removed. I am finding

  • Feb 7, About cancer

    Updated: 2012-02-07 16:12:23
    I had a bacteria which favours T.B .and maligent (abnormal growth of mass). After bronoscopy it was being detected.After taking 6 month course it was removed,but

  • Change4Life warns of cancer risk from drinking 'a little too much'

    Updated: 2012-02-07 16:12:00
    People are at risk from serious illness including cancer, heart disease and stroke if they drink just slightly more than they should, Andrew Lansley has warned.

  • Feb 7, Bleeding 11 weeks post sigmoid colon resection

    Updated: 2012-02-07 16:10:44
    I underwent a sigmoid colon resection (mechanical obstruction) November 15th. I've been bleeding with every BM since then. In late December, the surgeon

  • Certain Cancer Drugs May Have Fatal Side Effects Analysis

    Updated: 2012-02-07 15:44:06
    : Health News Certain Cancer Drugs May Have Fatal Side Effects : Analysis Print E-mail MONDAY , Feb . 6 HealthDay News Treatment with three relatively new cancer drugs may be linked to a slightly increased risk of death , a new analysis . suggests While the risk is low , it should be taken into account by doctors and patients , according to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute scientists and . colleagues The investigators analyzed the findings of 10 clinical trials that included nearly 4,700 patients treated with sorafenib Nexavar for kidney and liver cancer sunitinib Sutent for kidney cancer and gastrointestinal stromal tumor or pazopanib Votrient for kidney . cancer These so-called targeted drugs are used to stop the growth or spread of cancer by blocking the vascular endothelial growth factor

  • Promising breast cancer prevention drug 'weakens bones'

    Updated: 2012-02-07 13:41:00
    The drug exemestane, which is used to treat breast cancer and is also in trials to prevent the disease developing in postmenopausal women, significantly worsens age-related bone loss, according to a study from Canada.

  • Feb 6, Brain Tumour

    Updated: 2012-02-06 13:51:39
    If my nan died of a brain tumour, does that mean I'm at risk of dying from a brain tumour

  • Feb 6, Post Treatment for Colon Cancer

    Updated: 2012-02-06 13:50:16
    Hi, My mother suffered from colon cancer, she was operated for it...and positively in her biopsy test reports no lymph nodes were found infected. I want

  • Feb 6, A Fissure or Colon Cancer

    Updated: 2012-02-06 13:47:53
    Is it possible to have quite a bit of blood with a fissure?

  • Feb 6, Small Amount of Milk the Day before a Colonoscopy

    Updated: 2012-02-06 13:47:01
    I drank half a cup of tea with mike the day before my Colonoscopy. How will that effect the test

  • Feb 6, Chronic Colon,Can't Pass Gas,and Vomits Daily

    Updated: 2012-02-06 13:45:32
    What can mom do to have normal bowel movements? Started as young girl with problems

  • Lifestyle and ageing behind projected 72% rise in cancers

    Updated: 2012-02-06 10:56:05
    IRELAND’ AGEING population, a significant increase in the numbers of people living in Ireland and lifestyle factors are behind a projected increase in cancers.read more

  • Feb 5, Lump Found on Right Side of Anus

    Updated: 2012-02-05 00:21:47
    i found a lump on right side of my anus about 2 inches. It does not hurt but only is visible when i urinate

  • Feb 4, Colon Cancer

    Updated: 2012-02-04 13:38:37
    How long from stage 1 to stage 4 colon cancer

  • Feb 4, Colon Surgery

    Updated: 2012-02-04 13:37:36
    My mother has an extremely swollen knee less than a week after removing one foot of her colon. The knee is huge and she refuses to do anything or go to

  • Feb 4, Colon and Liver cancer

    Updated: 2012-02-04 13:36:05
    My husband had colon surgery last February 14th. They removed part of his colon and his appendix and a large growth. He still had a spot in his liver.

  • Feb 4, Colon Cancer at 21? :/

    Updated: 2012-02-04 13:34:18
    I am a 21 year old female and have been experiencing some strange symptoms. Abdominal pain that comes and goes (sharp), blood in stool, weight loss, feeling

  • Booze and Family History of Colon Cancer a Bad Mix Study

    Updated: 2012-02-03 22:52:51
    : Health News Booze and Family History of Colon Cancer a Bad Mix : Study Print E-mail FRIDAY , Feb . 3 HealthDay News People who consume a few alcoholic drinks a day and have a family history of colorectal cancer are at increased risk for developing colon cancer , new research . suggests For the study , researchers in Boston examined data from more than 87,000 women in the Nurses' Health Study and 47,000 men in the Health Professionals Follow-up Study , and found that 1,801 cases of colon cancer were diagnosed among the participants from 1980 . onward People with a family history of colorectal cancer who drank an average of 30 or more grams of alcohol per day about 2.5 typical drinks in the United States were at increased risk for colon cancer , according to lead author Eunyoung Cho , of

  • Feb 3, I have light cramps like diarrhea

    Updated: 2012-02-03 14:57:33
    I have light cramps and this morning I had clear mucous with a little stool. Any one have this

  • Feb 2, An Interesting Case of Colon Cancer

    Updated: 2012-02-02 14:20:14
    After a routine colonoscopy( I'm 51 and have been getting colonoscopies since my 40's due to a family history)I received the dreaded phone call stating

  • Feb 2, Colonoscopy Going Wrong

    Updated: 2012-02-02 10:43:08
    How often do colonoscopies go wrong? Resulting in a life change

  • Feb 2, Life Expectancy with Stage 4 Duodenal Cancer

    Updated: 2012-02-02 10:42:07
    Do you know of anyone with stage 4 duodenal cancer? My mother is 76 years old and was diagnosed December 22, 2011 with stage 4 duodenal cancer and stage

  • Feb 2, Colonoscopy Test

    Updated: 2012-02-02 10:40:42
    What is the price of a colonoscopy

  • Feb 2, Remaining Colon

    Updated: 2012-02-02 10:39:18
    My friend had part of her colon cut off where it is not functioning anymore. She has to wear the bag. She was wondering what happens to the colon or other

  • Prostate cancer NICE decision 'makes no sense'

    Updated: 2012-02-02 00:01:00
    Cancer Research UK is urging a solution to the impasse over the advanced prostate cancer drug abiraterone, which has been turned down by NICE.

  • Large study confirms benefits of exercise for some cancer patients

    Updated: 2012-02-01 15:46:00
    Physical activity, when appropriate, can improve patients' health and quality of life after they finish treatment, according to large analysis of over 30 studies of exercise and cancer, published in the BMJ.

  • Feb 1, Colonoscopy Wait Time

    Updated: 2012-02-01 00:32:49
    My father has to have a colonosopy as he sent off 2 mail tests..what are the chances it is cancer? How long can he wait as he is in Thailand and can't

  • Feb 1, Sluggish Bowel with Uncontrolled Loose Stools

    Updated: 2012-02-01 00:30:39
    What is a sluggish loose bowel? off2oz2005@yahoo.co

  • Research backs benefits of new bowel cancer test

    Updated: 2012-01-31 21:00:00
    A test being introduced by the Government is effective at detecting bowel cancer, a US study has confirmed.

  • Jan 31, Colon Cancer

    Updated: 2012-01-31 14:57:07
    Does right lower of abdomen tumor cause any symptoms

  • Studies shine light on genetics of childhood brain tumours

    Updated: 2012-01-30 16:22:00
    New studies have found genes linked to two types of aggressive childhood brain tumour, and could aid the development of effective treatments.

  • Government launches bowel cancer campaign

    Updated: 2012-01-30 00:01:00
    The Government has today launched a new campaign to help people spot the warning signs of bowel cancer.

  • Jan 29, 1 done, 11 to go

    Updated: 2012-01-29 13:35:27
    Have just completed the first two-week cycle of chemo for Stage 2 Colon Cancer. Only very mild nausea, strong reactions to anything cold all of the first

  • Jan 29, Subtotal Colectomy

    Updated: 2012-01-29 13:34:27
    I just completed my second colonoscopy in two years. Last year seven large polyps were found. The hope this year was that there would be none. This year

  • Jan 29, Further Question about Colorectal Adenocarcinoma Treatment in Advanced Age.

    Updated: 2012-01-29 13:32:44
    Many thanks for encouraging response to question about Colorectal Adenocarcinoma Treatment in Advanced Age. Is surgery -- perhaps laparascopic, as internet

  • Jan 29, Blood Clots in Lungs after Colon Cancer surgery

    Updated: 2012-01-29 13:31:24
    I have developed some blood clots in my lungs. I had colon cancer surgery done about 4 months ago. Does that mean the cancer is back? Someone in the

  • Gene test could identify early stage lung cancer patients who may benefit from extra chemo

    Updated: 2012-01-27 15:02:00
    Researchers in the US have developed a gene test that seems to be able to predict which early stage (stage I) non-small cell lung cancer patients have the poorest prognosis.

  • Jan 27, ct scan after chemotherapy

    Updated: 2012-01-27 14:21:24
    What if we find a shadow area on the operation site in liver (colon cancer) CT scan after having 3 months of chemotherapy

  • Jan 27, Loose Stool

    Updated: 2012-01-27 14:20:14
    My mom had operation for colon cancer 3 years ago but she still suffering from its side effects - like she has loose stools 10-15 times in a day. i want

  • Junky diet can be healthy

    Updated: 2012-01-27 00:35:15
    Secondary links Login Register Health News My Health Industry News Conferences Events Diagnostics Equipments Pharma Recalls Research Development Rulings Blogs Discussions Find a Doctor near you Beta Primary links Diet Nutrition Fitness For the Soul Healthy Heart Healthy Skin Kids Parenting Health Hubs Cancer Diabetes Obesity Obstetrics Gynaecology ADHD Hypertension Stress Management Home Junky diet can be healthy POSTED January 27, 2012 18:05 POSTED BY munish2425 Last edited by Sham Kamboj on January 28, 2012 12:52 Fried foods are not always a risk to your health , claims a new study done by researchers at the University of . Madrid Although having excess of junky diet can be hazardous to your health but a bit of snacks and foods fried in olive and sunflower oil can be beneficial . After

  • Cancer Research UK launches trial of new drug to treat acute childhood leukaemia

    Updated: 2012-01-27 00:01:00
    Cancer Research UK's Drug Development Office has opened the first trial of a new type of drug to treat children aged from six months to 18 years with acute leukaemia, who are no longer responding to treatment.

  • Oral HPV 'more common in men than women'

    Updated: 2012-01-26 19:02:00
    Research in the US has found that oral infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV) may be more common among men than women.

  • Jan 26, Antibiotics after Abdominal Surgery

    Updated: 2012-01-26 00:51:26
    If you had abdominal surgery to remove a canerous mass from the colon, and 4 days later the colon area becomes red and draining foul smelling pus, why

  • Jan 26, Alcohol after Colon Resection

    Updated: 2012-01-26 00:48:14
    How long do i have to wait for a few beers

  • CRT spins out company to develop cancer surgery machine to melt tumours

    Updated: 2012-01-26 00:01:00
    Cancer Research Technology, the commercial arm of Cancer Research UK, has today launched Acublate Limited, a spin-out company which will develop a next-generation High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) surgery device to treat a range of solid tumour types.

  • Jan 25, Stage 4 Colon Cancer

    Updated: 2012-01-25 13:26:43
    HEllo, I have stage 4 colon cancer and am being treated at the Kellogg cancer center here in Evanston IL 60202. Last week I got chemo and had the last

  • Jan 25, Colorectal Adenocarcinoma Treatment in Advanced Age

    Updated: 2012-01-25 13:21:27
    Previously healthy, with a good level of energy at age 85. Pelvic discomfort (not real pain) is likely leading to the diagnosis of colorectal cancer when

  • Jan 25, Adenocarcinoma of Rectum

    Updated: 2012-01-25 13:17:29
    Is adenocarcinoma of the rectum metastasized to the lung is curable

  • Jan 25, Rectal Bleeding after Exercising

    Updated: 2012-01-25 13:15:08
    I have rectal bleeding after I run on my treadmill. Why is this happening ?

  • Jan 25, Colonoscopy

    Updated: 2012-01-25 13:13:15
    Would a small amount of milk in coffee affect your colonoscopy test

  • Luteolin rich diet effective for bowel cancer patients

    Updated: 2012-01-25 11:34:29
    Secondary links Login Register Health News My Health Industry News Conferences Events Diagnostics Equipments Pharma Recalls Research Development Rulings Blogs Discussions Find a Doctor near you Beta Primary links Diet Nutrition Fitness For the Soul Healthy Heart Healthy Skin Kids Parenting Health Hubs Cancer Diabetes Obesity Obstetrics Gynaecology ADHD Hypertension Stress Management Home Luteolin rich diet effective for bowel cancer patients POSTED January 25, 2012 17:04 POSTED BY munish2425 Last edited by Jyoti Pal on January 25, 2012 21:03 A latest study done by the researchers in South Korea has shown a link between bowel cancer and diet . The study shows how diet rich in fruits and vegetables can decelerate the growth of cancerous cells in the body , especially . colon Foods like

  • Women with faulty BRCA genes more likely to survive ovarian cancer

    Updated: 2012-01-24 21:00:00
    Ovarian cancer patients who carry BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutations are significantly more likely to survive the disease than women without these faulty genes, according to research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

  • Drug could delay invasive treatment for low-risk prostate cancer

    Updated: 2012-01-24 00:01:00
    Dutasteride, a drug already used to treat men with enlarged prostates, can also slow the growth of early-stage prostate cancer that hasn't spread, according to research from Canada.

  • Jan 23, Colon Cancer Stage 4

    Updated: 2012-01-23 20:15:10
    Hello, My name is Lionel, I found out that I had colon cancer in Dec. of 2010. The Dr. told me that it was in stage 4. My first thought was ( my god I'm

  • Jan 23, Colon Cancer Stage 2A

    Updated: 2012-01-23 19:58:17
    My father was diagnosed with colon cancer stage 2A last Nov.2011. He has a weak heart and a weak lung; he is 74 yrs old and in our country, colon cancer

  • Jan 23, Long term Side Effects

    Updated: 2012-01-23 19:53:25
    What are the normal symptoms or side effects after colon surgery? Chronic diarhea? etc.

  • Jan 23, Chronic Colitis

    Updated: 2012-01-23 19:52:18
    Is there a cure?

  • Jan 23, Bag after Surgery

    Updated: 2012-01-23 19:51:21
    Is there any alternate to bag on abdomen for stool passing (after colon operation)?Thanks a lot.

  • Jan 23, Fluids before Test

    Updated: 2012-01-23 19:50:00
    Is it OK to drink vitamin zero water before colonoscopy

  • Jan 23, Diet before Colonoscopy

    Updated: 2012-01-23 19:47:42
    Can i drink cream in my coffee the day before my colonoscopy

  • Jan 23, Stage 4 Colon Cancer

    Updated: 2012-01-23 19:44:58
    I am 43 female and can't get answers from my doctor. Does anyone know anything about the hot chemo bath

  • Jan 23, I have a 1.5 cm lesion on my liver

    Updated: 2012-01-23 19:43:18
    I have a 1.5 cm lesion on my liver detected by an ultrasound. I'm pretty sure i have colon cancer. What i want to ask is would the ultrasound have picked

  • Jan 23, Polyps

    Updated: 2012-01-23 19:41:43
    How long after removing colon polyps can you go home from the hospital

  • Scientists reveal first 3D image of cancer prevention molecule

    Updated: 2012-01-22 18:00:00
    Cancer Research UK scientists have created the first 3D structure of a key protein that protects against the development of cancer, according to research published in Nature Structural & Molecular Biology today.

  • Gene offers clue to cause of oesophageal cancer

    Updated: 2012-01-19 16:53:00
    Scientists have discovered the gene behind a rare skin condition that predisposes to oesophageal cancer, according to a study part-funded by Cancer Research UK.

  • Scientists uncover reason for second cancers after targeted melanoma treatment

    Updated: 2012-01-19 00:00:00
    An international study has uncovered how secondary skin cancers sometimes develop in malignant melanoma patients who are treated with an experimental drug.

  • Researchers defend HRT breast cancer study

    Updated: 2012-01-17 16:44:00
    The authors of a study showing that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) increases the risk of breast cancer have defended their findings, following criticism from a team of experts linked to pharmaceutical companies that make the treatment.

  • Fluorescent dye pinpoints tiniest signs of oesophageal cancer

    Updated: 2012-01-15 18:00:00
    A fluorescent dye that can be sprayed onto the oesophagus - the food pipe - could be used to detect oesophageal cancer earlier and spare patients unnecessary treatment, according to research published today in Nature Medicine.

  • Processed meat may increase pancreatic cancer risk

    Updated: 2012-01-13 00:01:00
    Eating too much processed meat may increases the risk of pancreatic cancer, new research published in the British Journal of Cancer finds today.

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