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Don’t rely on routine tests alone to protect you from cancer. It’s just as important to listen to your body and notice anything that’s different or odd. BELOW ARE 20 IMPORTANT SYMPTOMS WOMEN OVERLOOK: 1. Wheezing or shortness of breath One of the first signs many lung cancer patients remember noticing is the inability to catch their breath. 2. Chronic cough or chest pain Several types of cancer, including leukemia and lung tumors, can cause symptoms that mimic a bad cough or bronchitis. Some lung cancer patients report chest pain that extends up into the shoulder or down the arm. 3. Frequent fevers or infections These can be signs of leukemia, a cancer of the blood cells that starts in the bone marrow. Leukemia causes the marrow to produce abnormal white blood cells, sapping your body’s infection-fighting capabilities. 4. Difficulty swallowing Trouble swallowing is most commonly associated with esophageal or throat cancer, and is sometimes one of the f...

M edically Reviewed By: Mgbeobu David H aving a baby is a dream for some women and a nightmare for others. Not all women are in situations where they can have babies easily and happily. When things don't go well for a woman, abortion may be the only option she is left with. Medically speaking, abortion is a forced termination of a viable pregnancy. Many moral issues and stigma surround abortion, and sometimes it is not a personal choice, but a medical necessity. Regardless of the situation, abortion is not a push-the-botton approach. It carries its own set of complications and side effects that affect women on both the physical and emotional level. Although it is generally safe when done at the hands of professionals, competent doctors; it comes with some consequences that are worth considering. Even women who already made their decision need to be aware and educated on the subject. This phase is a lot to deal with and the outcomes could be devastating in the near or far fut...

H ow to lose weight has been the thought of many people; and there are several natural ways that have been actually proven to work. Here are 23 ways to lose weight naturally: 1. Endeavor to Add Protein to Your Diet Whenever you are looking for means of weight loss, go for protein because is the king of nutrients. Your body burns calories when digesting and metabolizing the protein you have eaten, so a high-protein diet can boost metabolism by up to 80-100 calories per day. However, a high-protein diet can also make you feel more full and decrease your appetite. Some studies have shown that people eat over 400 fewer calories per day on a high-protein diet. For instance, eating a high-protein breakfast (like eggs) can have a mighty effect. 2. Eat Whole, Single-Ingredient Foods  The only way to help yourself in order to become healthier is to base your diet on whole, single-ingredient foods. As you are fond of this, you eliminate the large majority of added sugar, added ...

Burning, itching, and an unpleasant odor are just some of the common symptoms of vaginal infections. But treatments vary by condition, so it's important to know which type of vaginal infection you have. "To the gynecologist, vaginitis is a vaginal discharge with or without itching and burning, with or without an odor,” says Gregory R. Moore, MD, MPH, an obstetrician-gynecologist and director of the University Health Service at the University of Kentucky in Lexington. Some women seem to be more prone to vaginal infections than others for reasons that are not entirely obvious, Dr. Moore says. What Upsets the Normal Vaginal Balance A healthy vagina has many bacteria and yeast. However, some things can disturb that healthy balance. These include: Douches Hormone level changes Antibiotics Vaginal intercourse Pregnancy and breastfeeding The Most Common Types of Vaginal Infections There are three very common types of vaginal infections, says Cynthia Kr...

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has decried the lack of a single radiotherapy machine for cancer treatment in 28 African countries. Yukiya Amano, Director-General of IAEA, said millions of people continued to suffer from cancer in developing countries, due to lack of access to effective prevention, screening, early diagnosis and treatment. Mr. Amano, at an event commemorating World Cancer Day, called for continued efforts to ensure greater access to vital cancer services to prevent millions of people from cancer deaths annually. “Twenty-eight African countries do not have a single radiotherapy machine”, he said. He did not identify the countries. “The IAEA will continue to work hard to change that, and to improve facilities in other regions of the world where the need is also great. “We will strive to continuously improve the services we offer our Member States so they can provide better care – and hope – for their people,” he stressed. He noted that a...

Medically Reviewed By: Ezenwa Sylvester T he Vega 100 tablet is administered orally to treat erectile dysfunction and impotency in men. Blue film coated diamond shaped tablets packed in a pocket size strip comes in 50 mg, 100 mg, and 120 mg of Sildenafil Citrate. Vega 100 works by blocking a certain enzyme in the body called (phosphodiesterase-PDE5). As a result, sexual arousal results in a rock hard, prolonged penile erection for peak sexual performance. The compound Sildenafil in the tablet directs the flow of adequate blood to flow into the blood vessels in the penis to achieve perfect erection each time the tablet is taken. 1 tablet of Vega 100 is mostly taken at least 30 minutes or one hour before the planned sexual intercourse. In this regard, 1 tablet is expected to be consumed a day, not two or otherwise, and always consult your doctor or pharmacist before the drug consumption. PRECAUTIONS AND HOW TO USE VEGA TABLET  Before consuming Vega Tablet, inform your...

The first question that many women and couples want to have answered after experiencing a miscarriage is simple. Why? A miscarriage can be an incredibly devastating event, with long-lasting emotional repercussions, including depression, anger, fear, and guilt, but one of the most difficult aspects of a pregnancy loss is simply the complete lack of knowledge surrounding the event. Doctors shrug their shoulders and friends murmur sympathetic "These things happen," but nothing can ease the pain of parents who simply want to know why their miscarriage occurred in the first place. "When you think about a pregnancy and you think about the beginnings of a human being forming and all the things that have to go perfectly, it really and truly is a miracle when it happens," says Dr. Elizabeth Nowacki, an OB/GYN at St. Vincent Fishers Hospital in Indiana. "You have two sets of genetic material coming together that have to divide, and sometimes things go ...

  During relaxation of the heart (diastole) the left ventricle of the heart fills with blood returning from the lungs. The left ventricle then contracts and pumps blood into the arteries (systole). The blood pressure in the arteries during contraction of the ventricle (systolic pressure) is higher because blood is being actively ejected into the arteries. It is lower during relaxation of the ventricle (diastolic pressure) when no blood is being ejected into the arteries. The pulse we feel when we place our fingers over an artery is caused by the contraction of the left ventricle and the ejection of blood. Blood pressure is determined by two factors: 1) The amount of blood pumped by the left ventricle of the heart into the arteries, and 2) the resistance to the flow of blood caused by the walls of the arterioles (smaller arteries). Generally, blood pressure tends to be higher if more blood is pumped into the arteries or if the arterioles are narrow and/or sti...

There are a number of disorders and ailments that can afflict the penis - and then of course there are the dreaded sexually transmitted infections. Many men don't know a whole lot about the workings of their penis and most of us don't worry much about its general well-being either, which is all a bit surprising, considering how important it tends to be to most of us. But things do go wrong. There are a number of disorders and ailments that can afflict the penis and then of course there are the dreaded STIs (sexually transmitted infections) that can leave you with a present from an amorous encounter you could certainly have done without. Here is a selection of the various conditions that can affect your penis. It is not a completely comprehensive list and if you have a specific concern you should consult a medical doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment. • Peyronie's disease involves the extreme curvature of the penis when erect and is th...

Medically Reviewed By:  Mgbeobu David   T he kidneys are two bean-shaped organs located at the left and right parts of the body in vertebrates. Kidneys are seen at the back of the abdominal cavity in the retroperitoneal space. However, in adults they are about 11 centimetres (4.3 in) in length. Kidneys receive blood from the paired renal arteries; blood exits into the paired renal veins. Kidney failure happens when your kidneys lose the ability to filter waste from your blood sufficiently and actively. Records had it that many factors can obstruct or interfere with your kidney health and function, such as; Toxic and dangerous exposure to environmental pollutants or certain medications. Certain harmful, acute, and chronic diseases. Dangerous and severe dehydration.  Kidney trauma. Your body becomes overloaded with toxins when your kidneys can't perform their required and regular work. This can lead to kidney failure and even be life-threatening if it's...