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  Stomach cancer is a kind of cancer that occurs surrounding the stomach area. It creates bloating, pain, vomiting, difficulty in swelling, fatigue, and weight loss. The stomach is a muscular organ situated in the upper middle of the abdomen area, near your rib cage. The stomach plays a great role to maintain your digestive system effectively. The gastroesophageal junction is the area where stomach cancer is most likely to begin. This is where the stomach joins the lengthy tube that transports food you swallow. The oesophagus is the name of the tube that delivers food to the stomach. SYMPTOMS Some indications can be observed; Difficulty in swallowing After consuming a tiny amount of food, you feel full When you might expect to be hungry, you don't feel hungry Heartburn Indigestion Nausea Vomiting Terribly exhausted. Stuffy-looking black stools Bloating Severe pain in the abdomen Stomach cancer signs are not always present at the early stage. Indigestion and soreness in the upper a...

Right heart catheterization is a medical procedure used to evaluate the function of the right side of the heart and the blood vessels connected to it. It involves the insertion of a catheter (a thin, flexible tube) into a vein in the arm, groin, or neck, and guiding it through the blood vessels to the heart. Once in place, the catheter can be used to measure the pressure inside the heart and lungs and to obtain blood samples for analysis. This procedure is typically performed to diagnose and monitor heart and lung conditions such as pulmonary hypertension, heart failure, and congenital heart disease. It can also be used to guide treatment decisions and to evaluate the effectiveness of medications or other interventions. Right heart catheterization is generally safe and well-tolerated, but like any medical procedure, it carries some risks. These may include bleeding, infection, arrhythmias, and damage to blood vessels or organs. However, the benefits of this procedure typically outweig...

A protein known as prostate-specific antigen, or PSA, is produced by both benign and cancerous prostate gland cells. The PSA test determines the blood level of PSA. A blood sample is sent to a laboratory for analysis for this test. Typically, the results are expressed as ng/mL (nanograms of PSA per milliliter) of blood. The PSA test was first approved by the FDA in 1986 to monitor the progression of prostate cancer in men who had already been diagnosed with the disease. People with prostate cancer frequently have an elevated PSA level in their blood. The PSA test was approved by the FDA in 1994 to be used with a digital rectal exam (DRE) to help men over 50 detect prostate cancer. Until about 2008, many medical professionals and professional organizations recommended starting a PSA screening every year at age 50 for prostate cancer. In order to assist in determining the nature of the issue, health care providers frequently use PSA testing in conjunction with a DRE in patients who repor...

Pediatric tumours, are those that begin in the brain or in tissues near it, are children's most common type of tumour in kids. These mutations prevent healthy cells from dying and allow cells to proliferate and replicate more quickly. When DNA errors occur in normal cells, primary brain tumours develop. CAUSES A paediatric brain tumor's precise cause is typically unknown. Typically, paediatric brain tumours are primary brain tumours, meaning they develop in the brain or in nearby tissues. Primary brain cancers start when DNA faults (mutations) occur in normal cells. When healthy cells would perish, these mutations allow cells to proliferate and divide more quickly and live on. The end consequence is a tumour, which is a mass of aberrant cells. Children are susceptible to developing a wide range of brain tumours, some of which may or may not be cancerous. RISKS The origin of primary brain tumours in the majority of children remains unknown. However, some brain cancers, including...

Aortic disease refers to a group of conditions that affect the aorta, the largest artery in the body. The aorta carries oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body, and any damage or weakening of the aorta can lead to serious health complications. One common type of aortic disease is aneurysm, which occurs when the walls of the aorta weaken and bulge outwards. Aortic aneurysms can occur anywhere along the length of the aorta, but are most commonly found in the abdominal aorta. If left untreated, an aortic aneurysm can rupture and cause life-threatening bleeding. Another type of aortic disease is aortic dissection, which occurs when a tear develops in the inner layer of the aorta, causing blood to flow between the layers of the aortic wall. This can lead to a separation of the layers and potentially block blood flow to vital organs. Aortic dissections can be life-threatening and require emergency medical treatment. Risk factors for aortic disease include smoking, high bloo...

Bladder cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the bladder — a balloon-shaped organ in the pelvic area that stores urine. Bladder cancer begins most often in the cells that line the inside of the bladder. Bladder cancer typically affects older adults, though it can occur at any age. The great majority of bladder cancers are diagnosed at an early stage — when bladder cancer is highly treatable. However, even early-stage bladder cancer is likely to recur. For this reason, bladder cancer survivors often undergo follow-up tests to look for bladder cancer recurrence for years after treatment. SYMPTOMS Blood or blood clots in the urine Pain or burning sensation during urination Frequent urination Feeling the need to urinate many times throughout the night Feeling the need to urinate, but not being able to pass urine Lower back pain on 1 side of the body In the event that cancer is discovered, managing symptoms is still a crucial component of care and treatment. Palliative care or support...

When cells begin to change and divide uncontrolled, cancer results. These malignant cells gather into a tumour, which spreads and obliterates the surrounding healthy tissues. Cancers are divided into numerous categories based on how widely they have spread and where they are located. Gynaecological cancer is the name given to cancers that affect the reproductive system. The majority of cancer-related deaths in women today are caused by gynaecological cancers, which have become more prevalent. Millions of women are diagnosed with various gynaecological cancers in India alone. Each gynecologic cancer is unique and has its own symptoms, risk factors, and treatments even though they are treated as a group. But understanding the warning signs, symptoms, and risk factors associated with each cancer is the best approach to choose the appropriate course of action. Women who decrease their risks and seek medical care when necessary can benefit. SYMPTOMS The cervix, the lowest portion of the ute...

  Arrhythmia refers to a medical condition where the heart beats irregularly, too fast, or too slow. It can affect people of all ages and can be caused by a variety of factors, including heart disease, medication side effects, and electrolyte imbalances. Symptoms: Symptoms of arrhythmia can include a fluttering sensation in the chest, dizziness, shortness of breath, chest pain, and fainting. If left untreated, arrhythmia can lead to serious complications such as stroke, heart failure, and cardiac arrest. Require treatments : Arrhythmia can be diagnosed through a variety of tests, including electrocardiograms (ECGs), Holter monitors, and event monitors. Treatment options vary depending on the underlying cause of the arrhythmia and the severity of the symptoms. Some treatment options include medications to regulate heart rate and rhythm, lifestyle changes such as avoiding caffeine and alcohol, and procedures such as catheter ablation and pacemaker implantation. In some cases, arrhyt...

Castration-resistant prostate cancer that has spread to the bone can be treated with this radioactive substance. Alpha-emitting radionuclide radium-223 targets the areas of the bone where cancer is causing changes and mimics calcium. This therapy conveys radiation particles straightforwardly to growths tracked down in the bone, restricting harm to solid tissue, including the bone marrow, where ordinary platelets are made. For six months, radium-223 is administered intravenously (IV) once per month. A radiation oncologist or a nuclear medicine physician will administer this treatment. Throughout this treatment, your medical oncologist should continue to monitor your progress to ensure that the treatment is effective and that any potential side effects are managed. Radium-233 treatment does not always lower PSA, so patients should not anticipate significant PSA levels dropping during treatment; in fact, PSA levels may frequently rise. This treatment should not be given to some people, es...

Radium-223 (Xofigo): Castration-resistant prostate cancer that has spread to the bone can be treated with this radioactive substance. Alpha-emitting radionuclide radium-223 targets the areas of the bone where cancer is causing changes and mimics calcium. This therapy conveys radiation particles straightforwardly to growths tracked down in the bone, restricting harm to solid tissue, including the bone marrow, where ordinary platelets are made. For six months, radium-223 is administered intravenously (IV) once per month. A radiation oncologist or a nuclear medicine physician will administer this treatment. Throughout this treatment, your medical oncologist should continue to monitor your progress to ensure that the treatment is effective and that any potential side effects are managed. Radium-233 treatment does not always lower PSA, so patients should not anticipate significant PSA levels dropping during treatment; in fact, PSA levels may frequently rise. This treatment should not be giv...

Renal Cell Carcinoma is the medical name for kidney cancer . The Latin word renalis means kidneys. There are many different kinds of kidney cancer, such as clear cell, papillary, sarcomatoid, transitional cell, and others. While some patients are diagnosed with metastatic disease when their cancer is first discovered, others are diagnosed with the disease before the cancer has spread to other parts of the body. Systemic treatment, which is a treatment that is injected into the bloodstream or swallowed, may be recommended prior to surgery, although this is uncommon. Surgery may be the first course of treatment. Additional treatment may be recommended to prevent the cancer from returning or to treat metastatic disease if surgery is performed first. You have input into the selection of the treatment, the location of treatment, the frequency of checkups, and many other aspects of managing your disease. You can make better decisions and feel more in control of your illness the more you know...