EpidemiologyContinuedEven though numerous epidemiological risk factors have been fully documented, it is still evident that the formation of many specific breast cancers has not been determined. Accordingly, epidemiological research derives the manner in which breast cancer manifests itself within a particular population, but it is unable to identify the characteristics relevant to an individual. In terms of specifics, the dominant risk factors...more
The media often deals harshly with a person who has cancer who turns down medical treatment, turns to natural cancer therapies and subsequently dies. The success of a natural cancer treatment is measured on whether the person who is ill survives a natural lifespan. But this is not the case for medical treatments. Medical treatments such as surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy often use much "softer" evidence of success.When comparing results it...more
Breast reduction is a type of plastic surgery that is performed to reduce the size of the breasts for women who have developed discomfort in their backs or muscles due to the heavy nature of their chest. It can also be undertaken if one breast is not the same size as the other.The pedicle method is a breast reduction technique that is most commonly used. In this case the appearance of the bosom is reduced, as is the contour and the volume of such. At the same time the surgeon makes sure that the function of the mammary glands remains intact and that the nipples continue to have natural sensations. This method is called such because of the location of both the nerve supply and the blood. It has nothing to do with where the incisions are made.The pedicle method is a blanket term for a variety of methods. What separates each is the type of scar pattern they result in. The types of procedures that fall under the pedicle category include McKissock, Lejour, Anchor method, T-Scar, T-Incision, Short scar, Inverted T pattern, Lollipop, Vertical, VOQ, Wise Method, Keyhole, Circumareolar, Donut, Regnought and Robertson.The pedicle techniques for breast reduction vary based on the manner in...more
Boob reduction surgeries are very common place and they take place for many reasons. There are a few different ways of completing the procedure varying for different reasons. It is important to know the different techniques that can be used in order to be informed when you go in for your consultation.There are two main types of reduction. The first...more
Breast reconstruction is a miracle for women who've had a mastectomy. We all believe that breast cancer means the end of your chest, but you can have breasts again just like you did before. With reconstruction, you can change the shape or make alterations to suit your needs and wishes.A reconstructed breast may not be perfect. When you get it,...more
How long have breast inserts been on the market? Although physicians have worked to find varied methods for increasing the size of women's breasts since the late 1890's, the actual silicone augmenters arrived on the market in the 1960's.Exactly what are breast inserts? They are medical devices implanted in a woman's body in order to increase the size or reconstruct her breasts. They can be filled with either silicone or saline and come in an array of sizes, textures and shapes. The silicone devices are pre-filled before they are inserted; the others may be either pre-filled or filled after they have been implanted into the patient.Are there age restrictions for a patient to have this type of surgery? There is no age restriction for inserting inserts into a woman during reconstructive surgery. For saline inserts, the minimum age is eighteen years old and for the other minimum age is twenty-two.Why is there an age restriction? The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) is the agency responsible for making sure that all food, medicine and medical devices are safe for the general public. The FDA stipulates age requirements in order to allow for a woman's body to be fully matured and...more
One of the most important decisions you'll make before your breast surgery is where to put the incisions. Your doctor has a number of options about where to place them. The location will determine how visible the scars are, as well as how easy the...more
Leukemia literally means 'many white cells in the blood'. The white cells are part of the body's immune system, and there are several sub-groups of white cells that have different sorts of roles in recognizing and dealing with 'invaders' such as...more
A breast lift procedure is called a mastopexy in the medical world. Sagging boobs are a common malady experienced by multitudes of women. Here are some of the most common questions about the cosmetic procedure designed to correct drooping...more
Liposuction (also known as lipoplasty and suction lipectomy) is a surgical technique exclusively designed to remove excess fat from the body. So, naturally, it isn't the first thing that people think of when they think of procedures that could be...more
Author: Sunil TannaUnfortunately, for most people chemotherapy has a number of unpleasant side effects. Cervical Cancer Survival Rates 2008 The good news for those suffering from ovarian cancer is that most of these side effects can be effectively...more
Author: Sunil TannaSymptoms of genital warts can be many and varied and can even be mistaken for another disease. Cervical Cancer Survival RatesThis is especially true HPV genital condition hasn't manifested itself in the form of physical warts. It...more