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Ureteral Calculi
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Pelvic Neoplasms
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Obstructive uropathy occurs when urine cannot drain through a ureter(a tube that carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder). Urine backs up into the kidney and causes it to become swollen( hydronephrosis).Obstructive uropathy is grouped accord...
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A kidney stone is a solid mass made up of tiny crystals. One or more stones can be in the kidney or ureter at the same time.
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Kidney stones are solid accumulations of material that form in the tubal system of the kidney. Kidney stones cause problems when they block the flow of urine through or out of the kidney.
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A kidney stone is a solid piece of material that forms in the kidney out of substances normally dissolved in the urine.
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Kidney stones are solid accumulations of material that form in the tubal system of the kidney. Kidney stones cause problems when they block the flow of urine through or out of the kidney.
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Kidney stones are solid accumulations of material that form in the tubal system of the kidney. Kidney stones cause problems when they block the flow of urine through or out of the kidney.
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Detailed information on kidney stones, including types, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
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The kidneys may fail due to problems with their blood vessels or filtering units. Such problems may be caused by an illness that affects the whole body. Diabetes and high blood pressure are common examples. Filtering problems may also be caused by illnesses that harm the kidneys directly (glomerulonephritis and polycystic disease). In some cases, problems in the urinary tract may also cause kidney failure.
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Many stones are as small as a grain of sand. Other stones may be pea- or marble-sized and more difficult to pass.
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Two of my friends suffer from kidney stones. Each was advised to give up tea. I drink a lot of tea. Am I in danger of getting kidney stones?
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Bladder stones are hard buildups of minerals that form in the urinary bladder.Stones- bladder; Urinary tract stones; Bladder calculi.Bladder stones are usually the result of another urologic problem, such as:.Bladder diverticulum Enlarged prostate...
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Bladder stones are crystalline masses that form from the minerals and proteins, which naturally occur in urine. These types of stones are much less common than kidney stones.Bladder stones can form anywhere in the urinary tract before depositing i...
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Cervical cancer is cancer that starts in the cervix, the lower part of the uterus(womb) that opens at the top of the vagina. .Worldwide, cervical cancer is the third most common type of cancer in women. It is much les...
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Cervical cancer is a disease in which the cells of the cervix become abnormal and start to grow uncontrollably, forming tumors.In the United States, cervical cancer is the fifth most common cancer among women aged 35-54, and the third most common ...
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Screening tests check for signs of cancer in people who don't have any symptoms. Screening for cervical cancer has been very successful. That's why experts recommend mass screening for cervical cancer.
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Detailed information on cervical cancer, including precancerous conditions of the cervix, risk factors, prevention, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
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Expert-reviewed information summary about the treatment of cervical cancer.The cervix is the lower, narrow end of the uterus (the hollow, pear-shaped organ where a fetus grows). The cervix leads from the uterus to the vagina (birth canal).
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Cervical cancer is a disease in which the cells of the cervix become abnormal and start to grow uncontrollably, forming tumors.In the United States, cervical cancer is the fifth most common cancer among women aged 35–54, and the third most c...
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Pap tests can discover changes in the cervix before they become cancerous. The chance of being cured is higher when doctors find the cancer in its early stages before it has spread.
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By: Debra Sickles My name is Debra and I was diagnosed with cervical cancer. I underwent a radical hysterectomy at the age of 37. My purpose for writing this story is to reach out to all women around the globe so that they will have a better understanding of meeting with their OBGYN on a yearly basis, as I do not feel there is enough emphasis placed on this disease.
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Invasive cervical cancer affects nearly 12,800 women in the United States annually, and in approximately 5,000 of these women the disease will be fatal. The incidence of cervical cancer is bimodal, with two peaks occurring between thirty-five year...
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Expert-reviewed information summary about tests used to detect or screen for cervical cancer.
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Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable types of cancer because you can control the risk factors. A screening test is available, as is a vaccine for girls and young women.
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Women with precancerous lesions in their cervix usually have no symptoms. A woman usually does not have any symptoms until the cells turn into cancer and invade the deepest parts of the cervix or other pelvic organs. That is why it is important that you have a regular Pap test. This test checks for cells that are cancer or precancer.
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Some people use numbers called statistics to figure out their chances of getting cancer. Or they use them to try to figure out their chance of being cured. Statistics show what happens with large groups of people. But statistics can't be used to know or predict what will happen to a particular person. That's because no two people are alike.
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Your doctor may recommend a specific treatment. Or, he or she may offer you a choice of which one you'd like to follow. But in most cases, surgery or radiation will be needed. Discuss with your doctor and other healthcare professionals any questions and concerns you have about your treatment options. Ask how successful the treatment is expected to be, and what its risks and side effects may be. Take the time you need to make the best decision for you.
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One important way to reduce your risk is by getting regular Pap tests. Another is doing what you can to prevent high-risk HPV.
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Expert-reviewed information summary about factors that may increase the risk of developing cervical cancer and about approaches that may help in the prevention of this disease.
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Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about cervical cancer. Q: What is cancer of the cervix?
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Chemotherapy is the use of drugs to kill cancer cells. You may take these drugs by mouth, as an injection into your body, or both ways.
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If you have radiation therapy, you'll see a doctor called a radiation oncologist. This doctor sets the treatment plan. The plan details the kind of radiation therapy you'll have and how long the treatment will last.
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When a woman has surgery for cervical cancer, the doctor will try to remove the tumor and not leave any cancer cells behind. The surgeon is the most appropriate doctor to determine whether a tumor can be safely removed. Surgical treatment of cervical cancer depends on many things. Precancerous changes are treated differently than invasive cancer. Precancerous changes are also called dysplasia or carcinoma in situ. These types of changes are only in the surface layers of the cervix. They have not invaded deeper tissues. Invasive cancer has reached beyond the surface of the cervix.
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Many women don't have symptoms of cervical cancer. Sometimes your doctor may first see signs of cancer during a pelvic exam or a Pap test.
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The side effects of cervical cancer therapy are different for everyone. They depend on these things.
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Studies of the cervical cancer vaccine found that it was most effective when given before the start of sexual activity, but the benefits and risks of the vaccine over time are still not fully known.
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A vaccine aims to prevent cervical cancer by fighting the strains of human papillomavirus that cause it. The CDC recommends the vaccine be given before puberty, because it is more effective if received before exposure to HPV.
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A Harvard Medical School physician answers your question about the development of vaccines that could potentially prevent cervical cancer.
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This assessment is valid for women between the ages of 21 and 69 who have had sexual intercourse at least once and who have not had a hysterectomy with removal of the cervix.
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Can a woman's cervical cancer cause cancer in her husband?
Harvey B. Simon, M.D. is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and a member of the Health Sciences Technology Faculty at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He is the founding editor of Harvard Men's Health Watch (www.health.harvard.edu) and the author of six consumer health books, including The Harvard Medical School Guide to Men's Health (Simon and Schuster, 2002) and The No Sweat Exercise Plan. Lose Weight, Get Healthy and Live Longer (McGraw-Hill, 2006). Dr. Simon practices at the Massachusetts General Hospital; he received the London Prize for Excellence in Teaching from Harvard and MIT.
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More than 3,700 American women died from cervical cancer in 2005, but death rates from this cancer are dropping. This is because more women are being screened for it. To learn more about cervical cancer and prevention, take this quiz, based on information from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and the American Cancer Society (ACS).
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Colon cancer is cancer that starts in the large intestine(colon) or the rectum(end of the colon). Such cancer is sometimes referred to as"colorectal cancer.".Other types of colon cancer such as lymphoma, carcinoid tumors, melanoma, and sarcomas ar...
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Cancer of the colon is the disease characterized by the development of malignant cells in the lining or epithelium of the first and longest portion of the large.intestine. Malignant cells have lost normal control mechanisms governing growth.
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Expert-reviewed information summary about the treatment of colon cancer.The colon is part of the body's digestive system. The digestive system removes and processes nutrients (vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and water) from foods and helps pass waste material out of the body. The digestive system is made up of the esophagus, stomach, and the small and large intestines. The first 6 feet of the large intestine are called the large bowel or colon. The last 6 inches are the rectum and the anal canal. The anal canal ends at the anus (the opening of the large intestine to the outside of the body).
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Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. An estimated 147,000 new cases will be diagnosed this year. About 57,000 people will die from the disease.
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Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States, according to the National Cancer Institute. Your risk for developing colorectal cancer increases with age, but other lifestyle factors and genetics also play a role.
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The richest sources of fiber are found in fruits, vegetables, beans, cereals, and whole grains. Fiber is best known for its ability to promote bowel regularity.
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To reduce the risk of colon cancer, people should cut back on red meat, get regular exercise, maintain a healthy weight, and get a first colonoscopy at age 50.
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A guide to the tests available for screening colon, lung, and skin cancers, and how to determine whether they're right for you.
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After several conflicting studies, recent research provides evidence that dietary fiber has a preventive effect on colon cancer. Includes information regarding the fiber content of a variety of foods.
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A number of studies have shown a link between increased consumption of red meat and an increased risk of colon cancer. Dietary changes and regular exercise are the best options for reducing one's risk.
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This report explains the third most common form of cancer, new screening tests, risk factors, and advanced surgeries and medications.
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Cancer of the colon is the disease characterized by the development of malignant cells in the lining or epithelium of the first and longest portion of the large intestine. Malignant cells have lost normal control mechanisms governing growth.
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While estrogen therapy after menopause has been criticized for its negative side effects, some research is suggesting that the hormone may help reduce the risk of colon cancer in women.
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The prostate is a male reproductive gland that produces the fluid that carries sperm during ejaculation. It surrounds the urethra, the tube through which urine passes out of the body.An enlarged prostate means the gland has grown bigger.
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Detailed information on benign prostatic hyperplasia, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
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Detailed information on the most common types of prostate disease, including prostatism, prostatitis, prostatalgia, benign prostatic hyperplasia, impotence (erectile dysfunction), and urinary incontinence
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Detailed information on benign prostatic hyperplasia, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
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Detailed information on benign prostatic hyperplasia, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
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Botulinum toxin (Botox) is deadly when found in contaminated food, but in miniscule doses, it's useful in treating a variety of medical problems, including skin conditions and, possibly, benign prostatic hyperplasia.
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Discussion of various herbal and alternative treatments for enlarged prostate or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
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TURP is a type of surgery used to treat a benign enlargement of the prostate, also known as BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia). This surgical treatment removes prostate tissue to relieve pressure on the urethra. This helps relieve symptoms. TURP is the most common BPH procedure. But certain other procedures also help relieve BPH symptoms. Your doctor may do one of these instead of TURP. They include TUIP, TUNA, or laser ablation. If you will have one of these procedures, your doctor can tell you more about it. Your preparation and experience during surgery will be similar to TURP.
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Men who are on medication for BPH (enlarged prostate gland) may want to consider switching to a different class of medication, depending on general health and other medications they may be taking.
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Comparing new and older treatment options for benign prostatic hyperplasia, a condition that affects millions of older men.
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An examination of new drugs used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostate cancer. Includes a medication comparison chart.
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Experts discuss which patients need medication for BPH, the various types of medication available, their known side effects, whether or not one medication is more effective, and possible interactions with other medications.
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Experts discuss the various types of surgical treatments available for benign prostatic hyperplasia, the benefits and risks of each type, and when surgery should be considered, if at all.
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Two studies of men with benign prostatic hyperplasia who took NSAIDs found conflicting results: one group were more likely to suffer from acute urinary retention, while another showed a reduced risk of BPH symptoms.
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The best weapon against prostate cancer is catching it early.
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men. It affects about 230,000 men each year. It is the number two killer, with 29,200 deaths annually. It makes up more than 30 percent of all new cancer cases in men.
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Perspectives conducts a discussion with medical experts about the various types of complementary therapy, such as certain foods, herbs, and supplements, used by men with prostate disease.
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Bladder cancer is a cancerous tumor in the bladder-- the organ that holds urine.In the United States, bladder cancers usually start from the cells lining the bladder(transitional cells).These tumors may be classified based on the way they grow:.Pa...
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Detailed information on bladder cancer, including symptoms, types, causes, risk factors, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment
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Expert-reviewed information summary about the treatment of bladder cancer. The bladder is a hollow organ in the lower part of the abdomen. It is shaped like a small balloon and has a muscular wall that allows it to get larger or smaller. The bladder stores urine until it is passed out of the body. Urine is the liquid waste that is made by the kidneys when they clean the blood. The urine passes from the two kidneys into the bladder through two tubes called ureters. When the bladder is emptied during urination, the urine goes from the bladder to the outside of the body through another tube called the urethra.
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